Business Operations Graduate

Business Operations Graduate

Please note: Collins Aerospace is now Safran

What does the role look like?

Our Business Operations Graduate Programme is designed to develop the next generation of business leaders at Safran. Over three years, you'll gain hands-on experience across key business functions and learn how to drive performance, optimise processes, and support the delivery of world-class aerospace products.

Based in Wolverhampton, you'll rotate through a range of core areas such as Operations & Programme Management, Quality, Value Stream Management, Business Strategy, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial. Each rotation will provide exposure to real business challenges, helping you build commercial insight and develop a broad understanding of how different functions connect to achieve strategic goals.

You'll be supported by mentors, training, and professional development opportunities throughout the programme — helping you gain the skills, confidence, and leadership experience to build a successful career in business operations.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Supporting operational and programme management teams to deliver business objectives.
• Analysing data and producing reports to inform decision-making across key business areas.
• Contributing to improvement projects that enhance productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, and finance.
• Assisting in strategic and commercial planning, budgeting, and performance tracking.
• Gaining experience in stakeholder management, business communication, and change leadership.

Job Requirements

What will you bring to the role?

Essential skills:

• A minimum 2:1 degree (or predicted)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinking and the ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.
• A proactive, motivated, and professional attitude.
• Passion for aerospace and a desire to make a real impact.

Desirable skills:

• International mindset and awareness of global business operations.
• Strong business acumen and leadership potential.
• Ability to challenge existing processes and contribute new ideas.
• Experience with Excel, Power BI, or other business analysis tools.

Recruitment Process & Timeline

We believe in making our recruitment process transparent and rewarding:

• Application – Apply online with your CV.
• Quick Personality & Motivational Assessment (October 2025) – A 10–15 minute mobile questionnaire using a simple swipe-right/left style. You'll also receive your own personalised feedback report to use however you wish.
• HireVue Video Interview (October–November 2025) – Record responses to three short questions (max 5 minutes each). Hiring teams will review these and select candidates for the next stage.
• Assessment Centre – Onsite in Wolverhampton (December 2025) – Includes an interview, presentation, and group tasks. You'll also meet the hiring team and gain a deeper understanding of the role and expectations.
• Final Decision (January 2026) – Offers will be made by this date at the latest.

Apply now and start your career in business operations with Safran — where innovation and opportunity take flight.

Please note that potential candidates will be subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and background checks, and that project access restrictions may apply to some nationalities.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

• Competitive salary (£30,000)
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme – up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme (holiday trading, gym discounts, enhanced parental leave)
• Structured graduate training & career development, including support towards professional accreditation
• Opportunity to participate in community and STEM projects & more!

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.