Business Support Officer - Part Time/Job Share - 2 - 2.5 days per week

About the job

Join a dynamic team within the UK Support Function and to support the Head of Function/Senior Management and their teams. In addition, you will undertake specific projects/responsibilities for the management team.

Job Title: Business Support Officer

Salary: Circa £26,000 depending on experience 

Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification. For this role we welcome applications from people looking to work part-time in a job sharing capacity.

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.

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. This role is part time; 2 - 2.5 days per week. Typically for this role you will work 1 - 2 days per week on-site.

The opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join our dynamic team within the UK Support Function to support the Chief Engineer, Business Manager and their teams in one of our Programmes. 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, collaboration and organisation skills with attention to detail, which is key to success in this role.

• Delivering high level administrative and business support to Senior Management and their teams within one of our projects
• Managing complex diaries, extensive travel arrangements and expenses (utilising company tools)
• Organise meetings, events, training days, participate when required, take and manage actions and assist with putting meeting packs together
• The role requires a high level of accountability, integrity, resilience the ability to work within a team, share knowledge and best practice
• Understanding and utilising MBDA systems and tools, as well as collaborative tools such as Skype
• 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
• Maintaining project databases, and shared folders
• Act as a floor plate co coordinator, managing door access and desk space/moves
• Assisting with data transfers using company internal tools
• Working effectively with the other BSO supporting the project to ensure consistency to support and open communication (knowledge of One Note is an advantage)
• Participation in UK Support Function initiatives and personal development initiatives

What we're looking for from you:

• The ability to build and maintain relationships with external and internal stakeholders
• 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 be proactive and thrive in a varied role
• A team player that prides themselves with the success of the team and the department, with a real can do attitude
• 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
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
  
   

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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.

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
• 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…
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is 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. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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