Investec

Investec is an international banking and wealth management group founded in 1974 in Johannesburg, South Africa. It has evolved from a small leasing company into a multifaceted financial services organization with a focus on entrepreneurship and client-centricity. The company operates with a Dual Listed Companies structure, with entities listed on both the London and Johannesburg Stock Exchanges, and has a significant presence in Europe, Southern Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. Investec provides a wide range of financial products and services, including private banking, business banking, corporate and institutional banking, investment banking, and solutions for intermediaries. Its client base includes high-net-worth individuals, private and public companies, financial institutions, and government entities. The company is known for its relationship-driven approach and actively engages in community initiatives through sponsorships in sports, arts, and culture.

Financial Services London, United Kingdom Founded 1974 ~5,274 employees

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Employees
5,274
+0.5% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$949K
Revenue ~$5B
12-month attrition
7.1%
Tech: 7.2%
H1B filings, FY2026
4
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Investec went from 4,566 employees in Jul 2023 to 5,274 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 276 people joined, 113 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other2,565
Operations1,032
Engineering573
Finance437
Sales357
Success175
Marketing76
HR31

Salaries at Investec

All salaries

5 salary profiles in India

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity ยท US salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Finance5
Sales1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 4 filings.

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Investec FAQ

How many employees does Investec have?

Investec has about 5,274 employees, up 0.5% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Investec sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Investec filed 4 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Finance roles.

What is Investec's revenue per employee?

Investec makes about $949K in revenue per employee, based on $5B annual revenue and 5,274 employees.

How much does Investec pay?

6figr has 5 salary profiles for Investec in India and 1 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Investec salaries page. See Investec salaries in India

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.