Data Strategy & Transformation - Graduate Scheme 2025

About the job

Data Strategy & Transformation - Graduate Programme 2025

Salary: £31,000 plus a £3000 joining bonus.

Location: Stevenage

Working pattern:

You'll be onsite a minimum of two days per a week, with the opportunity for occasional international travel to our other MBDA sites.

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. 

Closing date for this role is midnight on Monday 4th November

The opportunity:

In this role you'll work closely with the international Data team helping support the implementation of data practices throughout the business & help to develop good governance and management of data and data projects within MBDA.

The Data team sits within our Transformation and Improvement team within MBDA. This is made up of a number of major projects helping assist our international business achieve both operational excellence, as well as preparing for the future.

As a graduate, you'll experience the excitement of completing four placements; these will provide you with a group understanding of data within the international environment, assist your learning of the business functional areas and develop key change management skills to contribute to the delivery of the international data strategy.

This role is ideal for those looking to work on a wide variety of data related tasks and activities on a daily basis!

With support and mentorship from a skilled and experienced data team, we will provide practical training to develop your skills in:

• Understanding data strategy and business application of data practices & projects
• Presenting and communicating in different forums
• Helping you build and maintain relationships within the business & with our external partners
• Analysing business challenges and positively influencing business decisions

What we are looking for from you:

• Degree qualified in any of the following: Business Computing, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics and Business & Management Studies (2.2 or above)
• Knowledge of Data Networks, Python, SQL, Business Intelligence (BI) or desire to learn
• Passion for Data, Change Management & Transformation
• Understanding of benefits that data management can bring to an organisation
• Strong Communication skills and ability to build relationships quickly

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:

• 2 year programme starting September 2025
• Company bonus and twice yearly salary reviews
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• Flexible working

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 including Gender Equality, Pride, Neurodiversity, Ethnic Diversity, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers and Armed Forces.

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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