Finance - Graduate Programme 2025

Finance - Graduate Programme 2025

Salary: £31,500 plus a £3000 joining bonus.

Location: Stevenage

Security clearance:

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. 

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. 

Working pattern:

Your working week will be a blend of working in the office with the team, and working from home, with an expectation of a minimum level of attendance in the office, as agreed between yourself and your manager (e.g. 2/3 days working from home and 2/3 days working in office). In the initial phases of each placement, face to face interaction is likely to provide better opportunity to learn quickly and build on the knowledge base of your co-workers.

Closing date for this role is midnight on Monday 4th November

The opportunity:

Our vision in Finance is to operate as one coordinated team, which strives to deliver a consistent application of standard methodology, financial controls and processes. We look to challenge all areas of the business, improve shareholder value, protect the assets of MBDA and ensure we align with all national and shareholder requirements.

Finance Graduates work in three one-year placements to gain knowledge and experience in various areas of Finance, working with colleagues across the business, both nationally and internationally.

Potential placements could be available in the following areas:

• Accounting and Planning – preparation of company level financial plans and reports for senior management and other stakeholders

• Programmes Finance – working as a business partner within multi-functional teams, focused on contract delivery and execution

• Cost Control – control of functional budgets, including Information Management and Facilities, and recovery of the cost base through hourly rates

• Bids and Contract Evaluation – support the creation of robust, profitable financial proposals to customers for our products and services

Alongside your role, you’ll study for the CIMA/ACA Professional Qualification, which we fully fund. Additional leave is available for study and exams. Many training courses on offer provide learning opportunities for soft skills and deeper understanding of the organisation to support you in your career development. Support and mentorship will be provided by experienced Finance team members, as well as fellow finance graduates, a buddy and a mentor, who will all ensure you get the most from the programme.

At the end of the three years, you will have achieved the ultimate goal of becoming a Chartered Global Management Accountant through the completion of the Level 7 Accountancy Professional Apprenticeship.

Working in the Finance function provides the opportunity to develop as a business partner, supporting the business in value creation, sharing of standard methodology, and delivering as one team across cultures and national boundaries

What we’re looking for from you

• Degree qualified in any subject (minimum 2.2)

• Accounting, Finance or Business qualifications are not essential, but it is important that you demonstrate a general interest in Finance and strong numerical skills.

Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

• 3 year programme starting September 2025
• Company bonus and twice yearly salary reviews
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• Flexible working

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.  MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks including Gender Equality, Pride, Neurodiversity, Ethnic Diversity, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers and Armed Forces.

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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