Rock Investment Bank, a newly licensed Capital Markets Authority (CMA)-regulated investment bank in Kenya, is now accepting applications for its June 2026 Graduate Trainee cohort. This is a rare opportunity for fresh finance graduates to break into Kenya’s rapidly growing investment banking sector through a structured, 3-month comprehensive training program.
About Rock Investment Bank
Rock Investment Bank — formerly Rock Advisors Limited — was granted a full investment bank licence by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kenya in February 2026, marking a significant milestone in its evolution from an investment advisory firm into a fully licensed investment bank. The firm now offers an expanded suite of services including market research, investment advisory, wealth management, and proprietary trading. With a pan-African outlook and a client base spanning medium-sized private companies to large publicly listed entities, Rock Investment Bank is positioned as one of Kenya’s emerging investment banking powerhouses.
About the Program
The Graduate Trainee Program is designed to fast-track talented, analytically sharp graduates into the world of investment banking. Over 3 months of intensive, hands-on training, trainees will be exposed to the full spectrum of investment banking operations including financial analysis, capital markets, deal structuring, corporate finance, wealth management, and regulatory compliance. The program aims to build a pipeline of young professionals equipped to contribute meaningfully to Kenya’s growing capital markets ecosystem.
What Trainees Can Expect
- Comprehensive induction into investment banking principles, products, and markets
- Hands-on exposure to financial modeling, valuation, and deal execution
- Rotation across key departments including corporate finance, research, advisory, and wealth management
- Mentorship from seasoned investment banking professionals with deep capital markets experience
- Training on Kenya’s regulatory environment including CMA guidelines, NSE operations, and Capital Markets Act compliance
- Practical exposure to client engagement, pitch book preparation, and market research
- Opportunity to work on live transactions and research outputs under close supervision
Who Should Apply
- Fresh graduates or finalists awaiting graduation
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Economics, or a related field
- Pursuing or holding professional certifications such as CFA, CAIA, ACCA, FIA, CIFA, or FMVA is a strong advantage
- Proven involvement in academic projects, case competitions, investment research, or relevant school activities
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with a genuine passion for capital markets and investment banking
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
Why Investment Banking?
Investment banking is one of the most rewarding and intellectually stimulating careers in finance. Investment bankers in Kenya work on high-impact transactions including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, bond issuances, and corporate restructurings. With Kenya’s capital markets deepening rapidly — evidenced by the CMA’s ongoing licensing of new investment banks and the launch of new trading platforms — the sector offers unparalleled opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation, and pan-African exposure.
How to Apply
Send your application to recruitment@rib.co.ke to be considered for the June 2026 cohort. Include your CV, academic transcripts, and a brief cover letter highlighting your interest in investment banking and your academic or extracurricular achievements.
