Business Support Specialist - Inductions

About the job

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to become a valued member of our dynamic team within the UK Support Function (UKSF). 

Salary: Circa £32,000 depending on experience

Location: Bolton (with flexibility to travel to other UK sites occasionally)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Working 2-3 days a week onsite with a flexible approach.

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:

The UKSF pride ourselves on high levels of team spirit and provide an inclusive environment, where our teams can develop and grow within a supportive working culture. As a Business Support Specialist (BSS) you will provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support for the inductions and on-boarding process at our Bolton site.  

The Role (this is not an exhaustive list of duties)

• Email management and coordination for the on-boarding schedule, to include collecting key details for new starters and ensuring all emails relating to new starters, leavers and other on-boarding details are addressed, actioned or escalated in a timely manner

• Manage and maintain the on-boarding and induction schedule data and collate documentation

• Manage and coordinate internal communications and presentations in relation to on-boarding

• Manage and arrange logistical and IT requirements for new starters

• To be a key member within the UK Support Function and participate in engagement activities

• Sharing best practice and knowledge within the UK Support Function and offering guidance and training to team members

• Participation and progress on UK Support Function personal development initiatives – to be accountable for own self-learning and development

• Any other adhoc technical administration duties

What we're looking for from you:

• Someone that is forward thinking, who looks to improve efficiencies in working practices, processes and engagement activities

• Can demonstrate the ability to collate data, analyse and present findings in an engaging manner

• Can demonstrate a great team ethic and the ability to interface and build close working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally

• Can demonstrate a high level of proficiency in Microsoft packages, particularly Excel and an ability to identify and utilise specialist on-boarding software efficiently

• Can demonstrate an ability to prioritise multiple tasks and schedules simultaneously, to achieve results in a timely manner, ensuring a high level of accuracy

• A professional demeanour in all situations and be able to withhold confidential information

• It is essential that the post holder undertakes the extensive duties with flexibility, initiative and enthusiasm and operates as an integral part of the team

• A meticulous approach to tasks, with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task, be proactive and accountable

• Willingness to learn and extend the role above and beyond the job description

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

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, Disability 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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