At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead FP&A activities and provide financial ownership for easyJet's fleet of over 350 aircraft.
- Company: easyJet is a leading airline known for its extensive fleet and commitment to cost-saving initiatives.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 30% bonus, 7% pension contributions, and excellent staff travel benefits.
- Other info: Full-time position based in Luton with hybrid working options.
- Why this job: This role offers the chance to influence strategic financial decisions in a dynamic aviation environment.
- Qualifications: Professional finance qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) and 5 years' experience in a business partner role required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Reporting to the Head of Finance – Fleet, Engineering and Maintenance, you will lead a team of 4‑5 finance professionals and provide financial ownership of costs and capital expenditure for easyJet’s fleet of over 350 aircraft.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full responsibility for FP&A and business partnering activities supporting Fleet Planning and Procurement, Aircraft Trading, and Engineering & Maintenance.
- Provide insight and guidance on actuals, forecasts, budgets, and strategic plans, driving cost‑saving initiatives.
- Act as the primary finance business partner for Fleet and E&M, delivering presentations to senior executives and supporting business owners and senior leaders.
- Build robust business cases and investment appraisals and operate with a high degree of self‑management.
- Lead and motivate the team, build cross‑functional relationships, and ensure high performance.
Requirements
- Professional qualification in finance (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or economics, or applicable discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing a business partner environment in a similar EMEA or global organisation.
- Strong knowledge of business strategy development, business process management, budgeting, and business operations.
- Proven experience in managing and developing talent and driving high performance.
- Excellent project management skills and proven leadership and communication ability.
- Good understanding of balance sheet and cash flow implications, with P&L experience.
- Experience operating at senior manager level and supporting Directors.
- Track record of delivery through influencing and building strong relationships.
- Able to communicate and challenge effectively with key stakeholders at senior levels.
- Ability to demonstrate the commercial value of finance interventions or projects.
- Self‑starter with high levels of motivation and enthusiasm.
- Aviation experience preferred but not essential.
Benefits
- Up to 30 % maximum bonus
- 7 % pension contributions
- Medical Cash Plan
- Excellent staff travel benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday
- Various flexible benefits and extras
Practicalities
- Full‑time role based in Luton, 40 hours per week.
- Hybrid working supported – spend 60 % of time per month in the office.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, please contact us at ma.recruitment@easyjet.com. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Senior Finance Manager FP&A - Engineering and Maintenance employer: easyJet Airline Company PLC
Located in Luton, easyJet offers a competitive benefits package including a medical cash plan and annual holiday credits. The finance team is dedicated to driving high performance and fostering strong cross-functional relationships.
Contact Details:
easyJet Airline Company PLC Recruitment Team
