Buildyourcareerwithus
If you’re looking for a career where investment excellence, integrity and people truly matter – think Ashburton Investments.
Welcome to Ashburton Investments
Ashburton Investments is a leading investment manager in South Africa, managing bespoke solutions across asset classes for institutional and individual investors.
As part of the FirstRand Group, we combine the strength and stability of a trusted financial services group with the focus, agility and depth of a specialist investment house.
This guide gives you a snapshot of what it’s like to work at Ashburton, our values and culture, and how to prepare for your interview with us.
Our purpose
At Ashburton, our purpose is simple and intentional: to deliver investment outcomes that matter - responsibly, sustainably and with integrity.
Our people are central to achieving this purpose. We strive to create an environment where talented individuals can:
- Build meaningful careers,
- Challenge conventional thinking,
- Make a positive impact for clients and society.
As part of the FirstRand Group, we share a commitment to shared prosperity enhancing the lives of our employees, clients and the communities in which we operate.
Our commitment to you
Our Employee Value Proposition reflects our promise to create the right environment for our people to grow professionally and personally.
What you can expect at Ashburton
A trusted and respected brand
Ashburton operates with integrity, discipline and accountability, underpinned by strong governance and ethical leadership.
Career growth and development
We invest in learning, on the job development and exposure to diverse investment capabilities across the business.
A collaborative, inclusive culture
We value diverse perspectives and believe the best outcomes are achieved when people feel respected, included and heard.
Empowered ways of working
We support flexible and hybrid work arrangements where appropriate, enabling our people to perform at their best.
Reward and recognition
We offer competitive reward, comprehensive benefits and recognition for performance and contribution.
A trusted and respected brand
Ashburton operates with integrity, discipline and accountability, underpinned by strong governance and ethical leadership.
Career growth and development
We invest in learning, on the job development and exposure to diverse investment capabilities across the business.
A collaborative, inclusive culture
We value diverse perspectives and believe the best outcomes are achieved when people feel respected, included and heard.
Empowered ways of working
We support flexible and hybrid work arrangements where appropriate, enabling our people to perform at their best.
Reward and recognition
We offer competitive reward, comprehensive benefits and recognition for performance and contribution.
Our culture and values
Our culture is defined by how we work together and the standards we hold ourselves to.
We value people who:
- Take ownership and accountability,
- Act with integrity and professionalism,
- Collaborate openly and respectfully,
- Remain curious and continuously learn,
- Do the right thing even when it’s not the easiest option.
At Ashburton, we are driven by high performance while fostering an environment where people feel trusted, supported and empowered to thrive.
Our recruitment process
Our recruitment process is designed to be fair, transparent and engaging.
Preparing for your interview
We want you to feel confident and prepared when meeting us. Here are a few tips to help you perform at your best:
We aim to create an inclusive, respectful interview experience and look forward to getting to know you.
At Ashburton, inclusion means creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can contribute meaningfully. We value the unique perspectives our people bring and strive to ensure fair, respectful and inclusive practices across our business.
We look beyond qualifications and experience. We want to understand:
- Who you are,
- What motivates you,
- How you approach challenges,
- Whether your values align with ours.
Ready to make an impact
Explore our current openings and take the first step toward an exciting career with Ashburton Investments.
Frequently asked questions
Find answers to common questions about investing with us
