Finance Graduate

Mercedes-Benz UK Finance Graduate Programme

Duration: Two-year programme

Location: Milton Keynes

Start date: September 2027

Applications close: 22 November 2026

About us

At Mercedes-Benz Cars, we're passionate about developing the next generation of talent. Our Finance Graduate programme is designed to give you the opportunity to learn, grow and make a real impact from day one, while helping shape the future of mobility through innovation, sustainability and exceptional customer experiences.

We believe great careers start with the right support, which is why you'll be encouraged to explore new ideas, build valuable skills and learn from experienced colleagues across the business. Together, we create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong, can contribute confidently and reach their full potential. Our culture is built on respect, equal opportunity and the belief that diverse perspectives make us stronger, helping us deliver better outcomes for our customers, colleagues and communities.

About our Finance Graduate Programme

If you have obtained a degree or are expecting to achieve a degree in 2027 and are seeking an opportunity where you can gain real business experience, then the Mercedes-Benz Finance Graduate Programme could be for you.

The Graduate Programme offers the opportunity to complete four unique six-month placements within the finance department and beyond, working with colleagues of all specialisms and expertise.

This will see you spending time with the Accounting and two Controlling teams, as well as finding your own placement in an area of interest to you, giving you the opportunity to expand your horizons and develop a broad understanding of how Finance partners with the wider business.

In each placement you will have the chance to learn about the role the department plays in the day to day and strategic operations of the business, as well as expanding your knowledge and skillset.

Your responsibilities come in the form of day-to-day tasks that you will quickly come to own end to end, as well as assisting on larger projects and even leading some initiatives of your own.

In each case you will become a key part of the team and will be able to draw on the expertise and skillset of this community.

Some of the skills you can expect to gain

· Financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting

· Commercial awareness and business partnering

· Management reporting and presentation of insights

· Communication with finance and non-finance stakeholders

· Project ownership and problem-solving

· Data, systems and digital finance capability

· An understanding of how Finance supports the wider organisation

· Knowledge of the automotive and mobility industry

Additional benefits

As well as the opportunity to work in a fun, fast-paced environment, with a great team and culture, you will receive:

· A competitive salary

· Support towards a finance qualification which we will fully fund

· 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays

Candidate eligibility

· Studying towards a finance-related degree and expected to graduate in 2027 with a First-Class degree

· Strong analytical and numerical capability

· Clear written and verbal communication

· Good organisation and attention to detail