Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 110 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability.
As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.
Head of Fleet Acquisition
Based in Budapest
Purpose of the role
The Head of Fleet Acquisition is responsible for the strategic planning, financing, and contracting of Wizz Air’s current and future fleet. The role ensures that aircraft, engine, and major component acquisitions are aligned with business growth, delivered on time, and financed under optimal terms. It oversees all related contractual, leasing, and financial risk management activities, ensuring full compliance with obligations and maximising value for the airline.
Responsibilities
Strategic & Financial Leadership
- Develop and execute aircraft and engine financing strategies to support fleet development plans.
- Negotiate with Airbus, OEMs, lessors, and key suppliers to secure favourable terms.
Contracting & Lease Management
- Lead all purchase, lease, and major component contracting processes.
- Oversee lease administration, including return conditions and compliance.
- Manage RFPs with lessors, banks, and financial institutions.
Operational & Governance Oversight
- Ensure timely and accurate execution of financing plans and budgets.
- Oversee payment operations for financings and OEM agreements.
People Leadership
- Build and lead a high-performing team with clear accountabilities.
- Foster a culture of financial discipline, commercial agility, and continuous improvement.
Experience
- 10+ years of experience in financing roles, preferably in aviation or asset-heavy industries.
- Proven expertise in aircraft and engine financing, leasing, and treasury operations.
Hard skills
- Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
- Advanced financial modelling and analysis capabilities (advantage)
- Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Economics, Finance, or a Technical discipline.
Language
Fluent verbal and written proficiency in English
Skills and competencies
- Strong leadership skills to develop and manage teams.
- Excellent analytical and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently while influencing others effectively.
- Strong project management skills with attention to detail.
- Creative thinking and a proactive “can-do” attitude.
- Flexibility and adaptability to evolving business needs.
When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.
We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.
