Graduate Finance

Description

Job Title       Graduate Finance

Location       UK Flexible  

Start Date    18th August 2025

BAE Systems do offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however it is expected on our Graduate programme you will be required to attend your site 3-4 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business. The hybrid working arrangements including which days you are required to work on site/remotely will be outlined by your line manager.

Over the course of the 3 year programme, you will be expected to undertake 3 x 12 month placements, each one being in a different geographical location across our various sites in England, Scotland and Wales (mobility will therefore be required).

Salary    £34,000 & £2,000 Welcome Bonus 

We are looking for individuals who have the passion and commitment we need to help us stay ahead. 

Finance Accelerate is our three-year Graduate scheme for high-calibre individuals who want to own their career aspirations, supported by training and practical experience, to help them succeed in becoming a highly skilled member of the finance community at BAE Systems. 

The scheme offers significant responsibility and exposure across three diverse placements to gain a broad understanding of all aspects of finance and how these fit into the wider organisation. BAE Systems also supports you in obtaining a Chartered Accountancy qualification (CIMA or ACCA) and are committed to investing in training to complement your career development, communication and teamwork attributes.

Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently under represented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

What you will be doing On our Finance Accelerate Graduate Programme, we will invest in your development with encouragement and support to reach your full potential. Alongside your studies, you will be given the tools to succeed via regular development workshops, an annual conference, cross functional peer collaboration, 360 feedback surveys, stretch assignments and a senior mentor. 

You’ll have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in their field, and gain insights that can only come from real world experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities Within the three years you will undertake three 12-month placements across the country, each being in a different geographic location in the UK, within a different Business area and in a different core area of Finance; you will gain experience within three of the following areas which will equip you with the tools necessary for a potential future leadership role: •    Financial Planning & Analysis •    Financial Controls & Systems •    Governance •    Project Finance •    Shared Services – Finance Operations •    Tax •    Treasury

Skills As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. All degree subjects will be considered.

Opportunities for Growth and Development: We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.

Community Involvement: In addition to professional development BAE Systems value community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles.

Retention and Career Development: Recognising the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.

Benefits You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

On commencement of employment you will be paid a one-off non-consolidated lump sum payment of £2,000 (the “Welcome Payment”). The Welcome Payment is subject to the normal deductions and will be paid with your first salary payment. This provides you with the perfect opportunity to ease your transition, whether this be relocation cost, securing housing, ensuring smooth and reliable transport needs, anything to help kick-start your career in BAE Systems. 

Inclusivity within our recruitment process We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Our environmental responsibility As a future-focused business we’re committed to changing the world we live in for the better. Our target is to achieve net zero emissions by 2030, we’re innovating new ways to develop on-site renewable electricity and setting ambitious targets for water consumption and waste generation.

Export Control/Security Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Qualification requirements

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. All degree subjects will be considered.

Start date (dd Month Year) 18th August 2025 Length of contract Permanent contract

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