Scandinavian Airlines | A320 Captain

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join an airline entering a new era of growth, with ambitious plans and an expanding Airbus fleet. Successful candidates will operate a modern fleet of A320 Neo aircraft, contributing to a diverse route network and experiencing a wide range of flying operations.

What SAS Offers

• Position as Captain on the A320 Neo fleet based in London.
• Full-time contract with excellent work/life balance and travel benefits.
• Part-time contracts are available.
• Fixed '5 on/4 off' working pattern.
• 28 days Annual Leave.
• Competitive Salary package including additional allowances for Block Hours flown, overnights and other duty-related payments.
• Loyalty scheme.
• Worldwide staff travel benefits after 6 months.
• Loss of Licence scheme.
• Private Medical Insurance scheme.
• Career progression opportunities, including transitions to roles within Training (TRE/TRO/LTC), with additional instructor allowances.
• Licence conversion process available from UK licences to EASA licence, if required, for successful candidates.
• UK Visa sponsorship available, if required, for successful candidates.

Requirements

• EASA ATPL Licence.
• 4,000+ Hours Total Time.
• Valid A320 type rating (preferable).
• 1,000+ Hours as PIC on CS25 aircraft with MTOW > 30.0T.
• EASA Class One Medical.
• ICAO Level 5 English Language Proficiency.
• No incidents or accidents.
• Right to Live and Work in UK (preferred).

SAS Pilot Recruitment Process

The recruitment process includes CV Screening, Online Interview, Online Tests (Cognitive and personality assessments), Assessment Day (simulator session and personal interview), and Final Checks (Background screening, personal security interview, Right to Live and Work check, and drug & alcohol testing). Each step may be disqualifying.

Candidates successful in initial screening can expect invitations for assessment during March & April 2026, with employment expected from May 2026 onwards.

Application Period: Applications are reviewed continuously. The closing date for applications is 5th April 2026.

Reapplying: Candidates who have applied before and were not invited to an assessment are welcome to apply again. Previous assessment attendees may reapply after 12 months.

Disclaimer

SAS reserves the right to adjust the recruitment process. Meeting minimum requirements or passing assessments does not guarantee an offer. All offers are conditional upon successful completion of mandatory background checks.

Salary levels are fixed according to collective agreements.