Job Details Finance - Graduate Programme 2026 R29462

MBDA S.A.S.; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense and aerospace company in Stevenage is seeking Finance Graduates for a 3-year program. Candidates will work in various finance areas, progress towards Chartered Accountant status, and gain experience in reporting and budget preparation. The role requires a degree (minimum 2.2) and strong numerical skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working, and extensive career development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary reviews and potential bonus

Employer and employee pension contributions

Paid overtime opportunities

Subsidised meals

Healthcare and life events support

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in any subject (minimum 2.2).
• Demonstrated interest in Finance and ability to work across teams.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of company level financial plans and reports.
• Act as a business partner within multi-functional teams.
• Manage functional budgets and support cost recovery.

Skills

Numerical skills

Ability to work across teams

Education

Degree (minimum 2.2)

Job description

Overview

Finance Graduates at MBDA work in three annual placements to gain knowledge and experience in various areas of Finance, working with colleagues across the business nationally and internationally. At the end of the three years, you will have progressed toward Chartered Accountant status while gaining experience in reporting, budget and business plan preparation, and financial management of contracts. The opportunity includes potential relocations to support placements and career development within MBDA.

Responsibilities

• Accounting and Planning – preparation of company level financial plans and reports for senior management and other stakeholders
• Programme Finance – act as a business partner within multi-functional teams, focused on contract delivery and execution
• Cost Control – manage functional budgets (including Information Management and Facilities) and support cost recovery through hourly rates
• Bids and Contract Evaluation – assist in creating robust, profitable financial proposals to customers for MBDA products and services
• Support and mentorship from experienced Finance team members, a buddy, and a mentor throughout the programme
• Study for the CIMA/ACA Professional Qualification (fully funded) with additional study and exam leave
• End of programme assessment and progression to Chartered Global Management Accountant or Associate Chartered Accountant via Level 7 Accountancy Professional Apprenticeship

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in any subject (minimum 2.2)
• Accounting, Finance or Business qualifications are not essential, but a general interest in Finance and strong numerical skills are important
• Demonstrated interest in Finance and ability to work across teams and cultures

Benefits and Policies

• Salary: £31,500 plus a £3,000 joining bonus
• Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 2-3 days per week on-site minimum
• 3-year Programme with salary reviews and potential company bonus (up to £2,500, varies by year)
• Pension: employer and employee contributions up to 14% total
• Overtime: paid overtime opportunities
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday; 15 additional Flexi Leave days
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• Site facilities: subsidised meals, free parking, and more

Additional Information

• Security: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship; BPSS checks post-offer
• Relocation: possible compensated relocation for one placement (e.g., to Bolton or Bristol)
• Holidays and family leave: enhanced family leave provisions including maternity, adoption, shared parental leave up to 26 weeks; enhanced paternity and neonatal leave options
• Employee benefits: healthcare, life events support, financial wellbeing, share plans, mortgage advice, gym memberships, and more

Our vision in Finance is to operate as one coordinated team, applying standard methodology, financial controls and processes to challenge and add value across the business. The opportunity includes possible international collaboration and development within MBDA.