Job Title: Finance Graduate Development Programme (GDP) Role Type: Permanent Start Date: August/September 2023 (there may be an opportunity to start earlier depending on role requirements) Salary: £29,500 + £3,000 joining bonus + twice yearly pay reviews in the first 2 years while completing the Graduate Development Programme. Location(s): UK Wide sites including Harlow, Gloucester, Manchester or Glenrothes. Remote & hybrid working also available Travel: Graduates will be invited to UK events for GDP and there may be travel for the role as required by the business Security Clearance Required: Successful candidates will be required to complete a SC security clearance application Why Raytheon At Raytheon we believe in nurturing talent and giving you the opportunity to grow. Making an impact from day one with a role alongside finance professionals throughout the business, we see the value graduates can bring being a part of real projects that are key to our success. Bringing new perspectives, an enthusiasm to learn and innovative ideas, to help shape our business and find the future leaders of tomorrow. How We Support You Fully funded CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) professional qualification Rotations through the different Finance disciplines to ensure a broad depth of knowledge and practical work experience Training days and team building events focused on collaboration, communication and developing presentation skills, business acumen and strategic thinking Coaching to help you develop your personal brand and shape your career A strong Graduate presence in the Finance function with a regular forum for our Graduates, Apprentices and Trainees to share experiences, ideas, study tips and learn more about the business and industry. How We Recognise Your Achievements We expect a lot from our Graduates, but in return you will be part of a culture at Raytheon that rewards success including: Advancement opportunities - many past Graduates and Trainees are now in various managerial and leadership roles within Finance Six monthly pay reviews during the 2-year Graduate scheme based on individual performance, pay reviews based on exam performance and performance in role Talent development - several recent Graduates have gone on to be part of the global Raytheon Leadership Development Programme that involves a series of modules in the US Mentoring opportunities to help you leverage the experience of others to challenge yourself and think differently What is the Graduate Development Programme (GDP)? The Graduate Development Programme (GDP) is a structured training programme our class of graduates on the GDP complete over the course of 2 years in addition to their main role. We work in collaboration with an external supplier, HR and functional experts to deliver a range of training from improving business skills e.g. managing projects, business strategy, company presentation skills etc to team building activities, attending events and developing professional networking skills. What our graduates say: "Raytheon's GDP gives you great exposure to all finance areas, allowing you to be involved in the end-to-end processes. Despite joining virtually, I have been encouraged to expand my network and interact with senior stakeholders from week 1 - I'm yet to come across someone who's not willing to help! My team allowed me to take on responsibilities from day 1 and take ownership of tasks that I was able to expand on and improve in ways I saw fit over the course of the year. There's a big drive throughout the business for everyone to develop personally and professionally, including gaining your CIMA qualification" - Laura, 2022 Graduate "I was pleasantly surprised by the genuine interest and investment managers and business leaders take in developing you! There is a real learning culture at Raytheon, and this has helped me to build on and gain knowledge of a variety of finance principles and practices, that I know I will be invaluable throughout my career. My confidence in dealing with senior stakeholders has been boosted through exposure and ownership of tasks and relationships with key contacts both within the UK & US. As well as this, structured and balanced study support from both managers and colleagues is readily on hand, which allows me to make clear connections between CIMA study material and theory and the day to day work I perform"- Tom, 2018 Graduate Candidate Requirements: We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who can join the dots and see the bigger picture. It is an exciting time at Raytheon UK as we embark on a journey of growth, and we want our people to grow with us. Essential: Minimum 2.2 undergraduate degree (Finance or Business Finance related degree discipline) 120 UCAS points or equivalent (pre university qualifications) A full CV submitted on-line on our careers website with degree grade predicted or achieved listed. Include degree studied, modules studied, work placements and work experience on the CV including dates and locations. Please ensure your application includes full name, address, email address and telephone number as successful candidates will be contacted to discuss their application and next steps. Candidates will also receive updates on their application by email. A cover letter which explains why you have applied specifically for this role and why you would like to join our Graduate Development Programme. Please highlight any relevant skills, experience, work experience, work placements and extra-curricular activities that are relevant to your application. Attach a scanned copy of most recent university transcript or degree certificate as applicable under "Attachments" on your on-line application. Successful candidates will be required to complete a SC security clearance application
