Graduate Programme
Welcome aboard the SMBC Aviation Capital Graduate Programme. Every year, we select a number of high-flying graduates looking for opportunities in the fast-paced, global and dynamic business of aircraft leasing.
A programme for high fliers
Our graduates are given real responsibility and direct involvement in major projects as well as the opportunity to work with transaction team members. As you learn about the different parts of our organisation, you will also develop important relationships and build career enhancing skills all of which will allow you to make a real and immediate impact on our business.
We are looking for natural leaders who are also team players, with a determination to succeed.
Applications are open to postgraduate and final-year undergraduate students. Your particular academic focus is not important, but it would help to have an interest in financial markets and to share our enthusiasm for aviation.
In addition to our standard 2 year programme, we also offer graduates the opportunity to specialise in the area of Accountancy. This 3 year programme is delivered in partnership with ACCA giving you the opportunity to gain your professional qualification whilst working in the exciting world of aircraft leasing.
What we offer at a glance
In addition to a first class opportunity to work with one of the leading aircraft leasing companies in the world, our core benefits include:
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Buddy and Mentor support
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Learning and development programme
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Competitive starting salary
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Health Insurance Scheme
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Active CSR programme
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Sports and Social Committee
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24 annual leave days
Applications for our 2025 Graduate Programme are now closed.
To learn more about our Graduate Programme please view our brochure:
Key stages of the application process:
17th September 2024 - Stage 1: Candidates asked to complete online application form and assessment
16th October 2024: Applications Close
November 2024 - January 2025: If your application is successful, you will be invited to participate in some or all of the following -
Stage 2: Online assessment and video interview
Stage 3: 1st round interview
Stage 4: Online assessment and face to face interview
January 2025 - February 2025: Offers made to candidates
September 2025: Successful graduates begin programme
Take your career to new heights – come join us at SMBC Aviation Capital
At SMBC Aviation Capital we look after one another. Through the SMBC Aviation Capital People Commitment we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits, aligned to your needs as you move through different career and life stages. The SMBC AC People Commitment also includes our people-led culture; reward & recognition; along with our learning, wellbeing, inclusion, engagement, and CSR initiatives. In return, we ask you to bring your ambition and commitment to your work here at SMBC AC to mutually create an exceptional employee experience.
A world of opportunity awaits you at SMBC Aviation Capital. Our workplace is one where diversity is welcome, and people of all backgrounds are supported to be at their best. We are an equal opportunities employer and strive to build an ever-inclusive work environment. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please reach out to us at careers@smbc.aero.