Finance Industrial Placement

Safran UK; Stafford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Pension up to 10%

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

25 days leave + bank holidays

Flexible benefits

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

Safran UK is offering a 12-month Finance Industrial Placement at its Wolverhampton headquarters. You will join the Finance team to gain hands-on experience across financial reporting, management accounting, financial control and budgeting while contributing to real business projects.

The role provides mentoring and development opportunities within a global aerospace organisation, preparing you for a future career in Finance and offering exposure to cross-functional collaboration with

Qualifications

• On track to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree in Finance, Accounting & Finance, Business Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and a genuine interest in pursuing a career in Finance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly financial control activities, including journal preparation and spreadsheet validation.
• Support the preparation of monthly management and financial accounts.
• Take ownership of assigned balance sheet reconciliations.
• Contribute to cost reduction initiatives and support financial reporting activities.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including the preparation of supporting documentation.
• Work with Programme, Engineering, Operations and Commercial teams on business initiatives and financial modelling activities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to support decision‑making.
• Assist with Finance projects and continuous improvement activities.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the business and wider Finance community.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

2:1 degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Job description

Finance Industrial Placement

Location: Wolverhampton
Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Industrial Placement
Start Date: July 2027

Safran - Here, We Craft Excellence Together

Safran is a global leader in aerospace, defence and space, designing and supporting innovative technologies that shape the future of aviation.

As a Finance Industrial Placement student, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience within a global aerospace organisation, developing your commercial awareness and financial knowledge while contributing to meaningful business projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme
• Training, development and career progression opportunities

About the Role

Based at our Actuation Systems headquarters in Wolverhampton, you'll join a Finance team that plays a critical role in supporting business performance and decision‑making across the organisation.

During your 12-month placement, you'll gain exposure to a range of Finance activities including financial reporting, management accounting, financial control, auditing and business performance analysis. You'll work on real projects, collaborate with stakeholders across the business and develop a practical understanding of how Finance supports a complex global manufacturing organisation.

Supported by experienced colleagues and mentors, you'll build the skills, confidence and commercial awareness needed for a successful future career in Finance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly financial control activities, including journal preparation and spreadsheet validation.
• Support the preparation of monthly management and financial accounts.
• Take ownership of assigned balance sheet reconciliations.
• Contribute to cost reduction initiatives and support financial reporting activities.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including the preparation of supporting documentation.
• Work with Programme, Engineering, Operations and Commercial teams on business initiatives and financial modelling activities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to support decision‑making.
• Assist with Finance projects and continuous improvement activities.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the business and wider Finance community.

What's in It for You?

• Hands‑on experience within a global aerospace organisation.
• Exposure to a broad range of Finance activities and business functions.
• Dedicated support, mentoring and professional development.
• Opportunities to work on real business projects and initiatives.
• Valuable experience to support your future career in Finance.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Criteria

• On track to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree in Finance, Accounting & Finance, Business Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and a genuine interest in pursuing a career in Finance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Desirable Criteria

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Understanding of financial principles and business processes.

Inclusion & Belonging at Safran

We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply.

We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments that may help you participate fully.

We celebrate diversity and believe our differences help drive innovation, collaboration and success.

Get Involved

You can also become part of our wider Safran community through initiatives including:

• Women at Safran
• Diversity at Safran
• STEM Ambassadors
• Employee Forum
• Sports & Social Clubs
• Charity Partnerships
• Health & Wellbeing Programmes

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace while building a rewarding career with Safran.