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Given the size of British Airways as an organisation, I learn something new each day and I think it's important to succeed at British Airways to relish learning new things and taking hold of opportunities. You need to be comfortable that you will never know absolutely everything, but be reassured that you have resources and colleagues who will guide you!
Career path
Employment Paralegal
British Airways
From 06/2018 to 08/2020Trainee Solicitor
British Airways
From 09/2020 to 09/2022Employment Lawyer
British Airways
From 09/2022 to 05/2024Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
British Airways has an amazing culture which values all employees and their unique individualities. As a transgender woman from a working class background, I found that working in a traditional law firm requires you to fit into a specific mold whereas at British Airways, uniqueness and individuality is embraced and actively encouraged! Having the ability to be myself has helped me to provide a better service to colleagues as I feel comfortable that I am respected and valued regardless of any personal differences in background or gender identity.
Greatest achievements
During Pride in London 2023, I walked alongside colleagues from different business areas for Pride in London. It was an amazing experience to be out and proud at a large event and to receive a positive reception from the large crowds that were watching the parade and to share that experience with colleagues - we were even featured in British Airways' internal employee magazine!
Eugenia O
Top Advice
My career at British Airways has been varied. It would be my 10th year in the company, including my 6 month hiatus. In BA it is very normal to stay in the company for decades. I never understood it until I left. I was desperate to try something new, and I thought that meant leaving the company. The great thing about working for a large organisation, is that there are various roles within the company. I never thought I would end up in Engineering, but it has been the best decision. Network, get to know other departments, because there really is something available for everyone in this company. Look at the careers page for inspiration and read the job description and advert, as some titles can be misleading! I was not afraid to leave BA for another reputable company, and I was not afraid to come back after 6 months. Try something new until you get what you are looking for.
Joe B
Fleet Finance Business Partner
Top Advice
The relationships you build in every role and the credibility you build will provide you with timely and accurate information to make the right decisions.
Ken W
Payroll Team Manager
Top Advice
British Airways is a great employer to work for. The range and variety of roles available is huge and the options to get involved in many of them is available. Everybody has the same goal to ensure that our customers have a great experience and whether you are part of the front facing Cabin Crew or Check In Agents, or Engineers ensuring the aircraft is safe and reliable or Ramp and Turn Round Agents making sure flights depart on time, it is all part of what makes it run so smoothly. Even back office roles, such as Payroll, play an important part of this whole process.
