Job Description Summary
Our GE Aerospace UK Financial Management Program (FMP) is a two-year early career development program that will ignite your career growth and position you in the talent pool from which future finance and business leaders emerge at GE.
FMP combines business assignments with formal classroom and virtual training in finance, accounting, business, soft skills and leadership development.
Job Description
Our GE Aerospace UK Financial Management Program (FMP) is a premier entry level leadership program for corporate finance designed to build core finance and leadership skills to go on to leadership positions within the company. It is a 2-year intensive program with four 6-month rotations, combining coursework, a variety of job assignments, and interaction with GE Aerospace leaders. FMP combines business assignments with formal classroom and virtual training in finance, accounting, business, soft skills and leadership development. Roles are structured around the core domains in GE Aerospace Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis, Supply Chain, Commercial, and other). Each FMP is required to complete one of each throughout their time in the program.
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About Us
At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Our rich history of inventing the future of flight, our continual investment in research and development, and our talented and innovative people will enable us to rise to the challenge of building a world that works with industry-leading technology and innovation. In fact, we're already developing our next-generation of technologies to achieve greater fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions with an ambition to be a net-zero company by 2050.
Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, curiosity, and ability to question the status quo to a collaborative and diverse team. It means you will have ideas and we will listen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart people. Work that you will be proud of. Work that really matters.
Here are just a few of the reasons you will want to consider a career with us:
- You will help solve the global challenge of how the world flies more sustainably. Do work real work with a real purpose.
- Be a part of a global workforce of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences where everyone feels supported and respected.
- Learn from the best minds who also want to learn from you.
- Earn merit-based rewards and incentives.
- Have opportunities for continuous learning and development.
Responsibilities
- Develops world class, financial leaders for high impact positions. Combines coursework, job assignments, and interactive seminars to equip you with exceptional technical, financial and business skills.
- Complete four, six-month rotations (2 years) at GE Aerospace.
- Train in GE's core finance competencies to earn diverse on-the-job experiences: Commercial Finance, Supply Chain Finance, and Financial Planning and Analysis.
- Work alongside and present to senior leaders who will act as coaches and mentors on your assignments.
- Actively uphold GE Aerospace's values by participating in our inclusive culture both inside the company and in the communities we serve.
- Willingness to relocate to Aerospace locations, both domestically and internationally - Aerospace HQ is located in Cincinnati, Ohio (relocation assistance provided).
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Operations Management, Data or Business Analytics, or Mathematics.
- On course or achieved a 2:1 degree.
- Curiosity to explore different Finance roles and topics.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Desired Characteristics
- Humble: respectful, receptive and agile, eager to learn.
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
- Focused: puts safety first, adaptive learner, prioritises work with impact, continuously improves process.
- Leadership ability: strong communicator and decision-maker.
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, solves complex problems, aim for improvements.
- Work experience or relevant internships within Finance.
- Business/accounting or analytical coursework.
- Knowledge of Lean methodology.
Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, you may be invited to a video interview. If successful, you may then be invited to the final stages which will be discussed as you progress through the process. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated.
Please note our applications will close on Sunday 2nd February but may close earlier dependent on application volumes. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Total Reward Benefits
At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice, and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a GE Aerospace employee, we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs:
- Non-contributory pension
- Life assurance
- Group income protection
- Private medical cover
- Holiday hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS.
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced, and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. Further, sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes