We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join a dynamic team within the UK Support Function and to support the Future Systems team.
Salary: Circa £26,000 depending on experience + bonus and benefits
Fixed Term Contract: This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract, with the potential to be extended
Dynamic (hybrid) working: We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you:
* Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
* Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
* Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
* Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
* Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
* Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave - enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
* Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
The opportunity:
You are required to be proactive in managing a busy workload and will work on your own initiative on some occasions. You will need to exhibit a high level of resilience, communication and organisation skills and attention to detail, which is key to success in this role.
What we're looking for from you:
* Someone that is forward thinking, who looks to improve efficiencies in working practices and processes
* A keen interest in what we do and the desire to understand how MBDA works and how their role impacts the company/department
* A professional approach, with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task and be proactive
* A team player that prides themselves with the success of the team and the department
* A professional demeanour in all situations and be able to withhold confidential information
* It is essential that you undertake the extensive duties with flexibility, initiative and enthusiasm and operate as an integral part of the team
* Willingness to learn and extend the role above and beyond the job description
* Someone that has good communication and engagement skills
The Role
* Delivering high level administrative and business support to Senior Management and their teams
* Create and maintain MS Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, MS Word documents accurately and assist with reports that are sent directly to our clients internal and external
Providing core support to numerous managers (in brief):
* Complex diaries, extensive travel arrangements and expenses
* Organise meetings, events, training days, participate when required and take and manage actions
* The role requires a high level of accountability, integrity, resilience and the ability to work within a team
* Participation in UK Support Function initiatives and personal development initiatives
* Understanding and utilising MBDA systems
* Assist the project and/or functional population to optimise efficiency throughout the business
* Develop to become the knowledge point of contact within the project and/or function. These tasks may be varied and ad-hoc in scope
Our company: MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more.
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
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