Finance Graduate

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Finance Graduate

Every year we look for university graduates from around the world to join Airbus and help fill the critical roles for our future. We need people with the aspiration, enthusiasm and the talent to help us move forward and to change the world and deliver our vision to pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.  

When you begin your career with us, we accelerate your growth through our Airbus Global Graduate development journey, focusing on both soft skills, business knowledge and technical ability. You will be part of a two year programme that enables you to develop your professional skills; build your networks and gain a unique perspective on the world of Airbus whilst delivering in a specific position - each development journey is individual! 

In addition to on-the-job activity and a comprehensive schedule of training opportunities, once a year you will also join your global graduate community for a development week where you meet your peers, hear from our leaders and learn from the best.

By the end of the programme, you will have gained everything you need to become an established team member in your position, having already demonstrated your value. You will have developed your skills in an area that is strategically important for Airbus, you will know about the Airbus business, the opportunities, challenges and needs, and you will have learned more about yourself, and what makes you great! 

Above all you will have the opportunity to do your best work in an industry that is literally reshaping how we live in our world.

If you are ready to join and be part of this journey please apply below (& don’t forget to include a motivation letter)!

What can you expect…

When you join the Airbus Global Graduate Programme in Finance, the 3 year development programme (consisting of six rotational placements) will give you responsibility early on, to influence and guide decision making throughout the company, with the aim of becoming our leaders of the future. 

The graduate programme within Finance UK at Airbus will provide you with a fantastic start to your career. The programme will see you rotate between different placements throughout our global business, gaining experiences as a business partner and in technical financial roles at one of the largest aerospace companies in the world. The mixture of roles and locations gives a global and holistic view of the whole organisation and provides invaluable experiences, whilst studying for your CIMA accountancy exams. 

You will witness the aircraft being built, offer advice to the business regarding finances and be involved in strategic decisions.

In order to strengthen your technical skills, you will also study towards CIMA, to gain a qualification in Management Accounting by the end of the graduate programme. You will be strongly supported by the extensive graduate network as well as senior managers and mentors, who will be able to provide you with advice on your personal development and long term career aspirations.

We provide a supportive and inclusive working environment, and offer opportunities to get involved in a variety of non-financial driven projects. There are many extra-curricular activities you can get involved in to become integrated into the Airbus family such as social committees, Gen-A social group, charity events, sports teams and also involvement in projects which promote Diversity and Inclusion. You’ll also be part of a large graduate network which will give you an understanding of different aspects of the business, guidance on your career and excellent social opportunities. 

We rely on the Finance graduates as being key to our long term succession planning for the future. We continue to support you on your personal development journey after the programme to reach your full potential throughout your Airbus career.

The placements are structured to give you the tailored experience required to gain CIMA membership status, building from fundamental finance in the first year to complex finance roles by your third year. 

Below is an example of the structure of the Finance graduate programme:

• Year 1 - Cost Accounting (Filton, Bristol) / Single Aisle Manufacturing Controlling (Broughton)
• Year 2 – Accounts Consolidation (Toulouse) / Airbus Military (Brize Norton)
• Year 3 – Widebody Programme Controlling (Toulouse) / Quality Controlling (Broughton)

What you’ll gain…

• The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) professional qualification and will be supported financially as well as given sufficient study leave. Airbus is an accredited CIMA training programme provider as well as offering focused ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD). 
• A wide range of Finance, Operational and Leadership training which will support your personal development journey and put you on the path to become the future leaders of Airbus. 
• A variety of Financial Controlling and Accounting areas allowing you to obtain a wide breadth of knowledge and an understanding of how a multinational, corporate organisation works. 
• Visibility of a wide range of central finance functions e.g. Mergers & Acquisitions, Sales Controlling Analysis.
• Throughout your roles you’ll be working within a transnational team, giving you exposure to different ways of working and an appreciation of different cultures.

What we are looking for…

To be a successful applicant to the Airbus Global Graduate Programme, you will need to demonstrate you have:

• Educated to either degree level (2:1 or above) or equivalent in one of the below and wanting to gain a CIMA membership status;
• Accounting & Finance
• Business
• Economics
• Other subjects would be considered with evidence of relevant experience or strong interest in finance. 
• Internationally Mobile with home site within UK - ability to move between Airbus’ European sites maximum once every 6 months throughout the 3 year graduate programme (Visa support provided)
• Strong verbal and written communication in our business language (English)
• A desire to work in a collaborative team environment, focused on driving future innovation
• The ability to be self aware and a wish to be in the driving seat of your development

About Airbus

Airbus designs, manufactures and delivers industry-leading commercial aircraft, helicopters, military transporters, satellites and launch vehicles, as well as providing data services, navigation, cyber and communications security, and urban mobility for customers on a global scale.

We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting sustainable and inclusive practices and acting with integrity. We aim to build a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world.

How to apply

1. Online application
2. Online Task Based Assessment
3. Application Review (Talent Acquisition Partner & Manager)
4. Virtual Assessment Centre (November & December)
5. Offer!