Bank training for males, females, and diversified individuals commences on September 1st, 2026.
In an exciting development, Sparkasse Forchheim is offering a practical apprenticeship for aspiring bank clerks (m/f/d). This apprenticeship promises a friendly and supportive team environment, a minimum salary of 1200 euros per month, and good prospects for a career.
The apprenticeship is designed to provide a balanced work-life balance, with social activities, and is one of the best-paid in Germany. It also offers diverse further training opportunities, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a comprehensive learning experience.
As a bank clerk apprentice, you will be immersed in various areas of banking operations, including customer service, account management, advisory tasks, administrative work, cash handling, compliance and security, and learning and development.
Customer service will be at the forefront of your responsibilities, where you will assist customers with inquiries, provide information on bank products and services, and support them in daily banking transactions. You will also be responsible for opening and managing accounts, handling deposits and withdrawals, processing payments and transfers, and learning to advise customers on savings plans, financing options, and investment products under supervision.
In addition to these duties, you will also be expected to prepare documents, update customer data, and maintain files accurately. Cash handling responsibilities will include counting and balancing cash registers, while compliance and security duties will involve following banking regulations, data protection policies, and internal security guidelines.
The apprenticeship will provide ample opportunities for learning and development, with training sessions, workshops, and practical rotations in different departments such as loans, securities, or customer service.
No prior knowledge in economics and finance is required for the apprenticeship, but an interest is beneficial. Desirable qualities for the apprenticeship include enjoying dealing with people, being friendly, confident, communicative, performance-oriented, valuing teamwork, and enjoying working independently and responsibly.
The apprenticeship lasts between two to three years, depending on the school-leaving certificate. It takes place simultaneously at Sparkasse and a vocational school. The training includes account management and payment transactions, investment advice, credit business, and mortgage lending.
In addition to the salary, trainees will receive 40 euros in asset-building benefits every month. Sparkasse Forchheim's vision is "We. Everywhere. Simply excellent." reflecting their commitment to providing excellent service to their customers.
For exact details, you may refer to Sparkasse Forchheim’s official training program description or contact their HR or training department directly. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in the banking sector under guided supervision, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a career in the financial industry.
The Economic and social policy apprenticeship at Sparkasse Forchheim provides a balance between work and personal life, offering social activities and a well-paid salary, making it one of the best in Germany. This apprenticeship, lasting between two to three years, offers diverse further training opportunities in various banking areas such as customer service, account management, securities, and loans, thereby providing an excellent education-and-self-development platform, especially for those interested in finance and business careers.
