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The role
We are looking for a Case officer with solid financial skills, strong communication and problem-solving capabilities to join our team of finance experts in aviation and travel.
The Aviation & Travel Finance (ATF) function’s activities are diverse and broad in scope in regulating c1,600 ATOL holders. Primarily, this role is concerned with the financial sustainability of the aviation and travel businesses that CAA regulates, in this case the financial supervision and regulatory compliance of the 100 leading tour operators under the ATOL consumer protection scheme. In addition, the team is responsible for the financial oversight of UK-registered airlines and companies operating in the space industry. The CAA also manages the Air Travel Trust (“ATT”) fund, set up to repatriate and refund ATOL protected customers in case of failure of an ATOL protected tour operator.
The UK travel and aviation markets are constantly evolving and subject to various short and longer-term challenges and opportunities. This role provides the exciting opportunity to be at the forefront helping shape our regulatory approach as operators seek to deal with the impact of these events.
As a Case officer it will be your role to support the team with the management of the CAA’s regulation of a portfolio of licensed tour operators, and potentially airlines as well as companies operating in the space industry. This involves assisting the delivery of the processes that grant, renew, or vary their ATOLs or Operating Licences. To do this effectively you will be performing in-depth analysis across different aspects of the portfolio companies, both quantitative and qualitative, ensuring these are carried out with due regard to relevant regulations and CAA policies and procedures. You are likely to also be involved in year-round financial monitoring, and contribute to the building and maintaining of constructive, collaborative relationships with stakeholders in the aviation and travel industry. Furthermore, you may be expected to play a supportive role on behalf of the CAA in situations where one of the portfolio companies undertakes a corporate transaction or is in financial distress, or to the extent applicable, compliance matters to be investigated. The goal is to ensure travel businesses meet the necessary requirements under the respective legislation and regulations for the benefit of the consumers.
Additionally, the role will see you take on a wide range of other activities. These include, ad hoc project work, analysing and interpreting industry data, producing relevant reports for departmental, CAA-wide or external audiences as well as assisting in documenting guidelines and procedures.
About you
If you are looking for a role that will place you at the heart of the aviation industry and that draws on your passion as a problem-solver, your enthusiasm to learn and grow to become an astute financial professional as well as a keen influencer of stakeholders, then this is an excellent opportunity for you. We are a supportive environment that is driven by our mission to protect the consumer and ensure safety, if this sounds like something you want to be involved in then please apply, we’d love to hear from you.
Essential
- Good numerical, data and modelling, as well as problem solving skills, including ability to interrogate datasets and draw conclusions, develop financial and data models to apply simple analytical tools.
- Good IT skills in the use of common applications (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint)
- Basic understanding of financial statements, KPIs and concepts.
- Good communication and influencing skills, with the ability to present issues and recommendations clearly and concisely, as well as to carry conviction with stakeholders.
- Ability to manage own workload effectively and maintain quality and accuracy.
- Keen to work as part of team of aviation and travel finance specialists, and learn about the air travel industry and how tour operators and agents operate
Desirable
- Keen to obtain a good understanding of key travel regulations, in particular the ATOL and Air Travel Trust Regulations and the Package Travel Regulations, as these underpin the decision-making process
- An intermediate accounting or finance qualification (e.g. part-qualified accountant or equivalent) or have equivalent experience is helpful but not essential.
Inclusive recruitment
We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
As a member of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a role with us will be guaranteed an interview. We use fair and inclusive selection approaches to hire the best person for the job based on merit alone. If you require an adjustment for any reason, please let us know.
Working with us
We are on a journey towards being increasingly adaptable, where our colleagues collaborate as part of cross-functional teams. This approach ensures we never stop learning together. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day-to-day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.
We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance.
We offer a range of excellent benefits such as flexible working arrangements, free onsite gym at Gatwick, discounted gym membership for London, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, a generous pension scheme and much more!
