Finance Graduate

Finance graduate scheme at Ontic involving rotations across finance departments within the aerospace and defence industry, offering hands-on business projects, mentorship, and professional qualification support over a structured two-year programme.

Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineering parts for the global aerospace and defence industries, are now recruiting for their 2026 Graduate Scheme

Our Culture and Values

At Ontic, we’re experts in what we do. Guided by our core values, we’re a team of driven individuals who are committed to continuous innovation in the aerospace sector. Together, we embrace the challenge to push our mission forward — becoming more than the sum of our parts.

We’re a global family of specialists. We take pride in what we do and who we do it with, always striving for the best solution.  We’re constantly challenging the status quo, giving each other the freedom to experiment, innovate, and make a difference.  We create the opportunity to do things differently. Even when things get tough, we work together to deliver on our vision. 

Ontic is built upon a culture of trust and excellence — for each other and the work we do. We value one another and our opinions, giving everyone the opportunity to make a difference. We’re one inclusive, global family that’s committed to innovation in aerospace

We currently have opportunities for Finance Graduates to join us on a permanent contract based in Staverton and Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham.

Our Programme

Joining an Ontic graduate scheme will give you an opportunity to put your theoretical knowledge into practice whilst rotating throughout our Finance departments learning and developing as you go. Completing this 2 year scheme will provide you with a solid foundation to support your career at Ontic where your role will have a direct impact on the success of the business and where you can start your journey to become a future leader.

You’ll take responsibility early on and be involved in fast moving business critical projects from the very start.  You’ll be inquisitive, thriving on new experiences and challenges and constantly seeking out new learning opportunities. 

From day one, you’ll be encouraged, supported and listened to. You’ll be expected to take ownership of tasks, using your initiative to solve problems and collaborating with colleagues to achieve success.

Over two years we'll provide you with the resources you need to help you grow personally and professionally.

Formal coaching sessions, Mentors and on-the-job training and workshops, in addition to support for the completion of professional qualifications will help you achieve your full potential.

At the end of the programme you’ll move on to a role where your drive and performance can accelerate your career.

Who we’re looking for
In order to succeed as a Graduate with Ontic you'll need to have achieved or be predicted to achieve at least a 2:1 in a relevant Finance or Business related subject.

We look for more than just a degree; you’ll need a growth mindset and the ability to work in an ever-changing environment. You’ll be curious, flexible, resilient, analytical, and most of all – you’ll be truly collaborative. 

You won’t mind rolling your sleeves up to help make things better or removing barriers to get the job done.   

Start Date: September 2026

Candidates wishing to apply for this role who would require sponsorship should very carefully consider the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role by assessing your individual circumstances against the relevant criteria. Ontic gives no representation or warranty as to whether this role would satisfy the sponsorship requirements.

 Benefits

Alongside a competitive graduate starting salary, at Ontic we care about your financial, physical, and mental wellness so we offer a range of benefits to support this, we care about what matters to you and have a valued culture of recognition and empowerment, accompanied by benefits that support work/life balance. 

Our benefits package highlights include: 

• Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• 10 hours paid volunteering time 

• Annual goal share bonus scheme for all employees 

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Discounts and offers from a range of retailers 

Why Choose Ontic to start your career?

Ontic offers a Graduate scheme, supporting you in the first steps of your career as well as your personal development.