Business Support Specialist - Land Ceptor

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.Salary: Circa £32,000 depending on experience

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Paid overtime
• Up to 15 additional days flexi leave
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role

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. Typically for this role you will work 2/3 days on-site.

We have an exciting opportunity for a hard-working individual to join the UK Support Function. You will undertake specific responsibilities to support, prioritise and coordinate effective and efficient technical administrative support to MBDA's Land Ceptor team. You will need to exhibit a high level of organisation skills, excellent attention to detail, phenomenal team ethic and the ability to work with people at all levels both internally and externally, whilst accepting innovative ways of working

The Role (this is not a comprehensive list of responsibilities):

• The Role will be based in Bristol office, with the flexibility to travel to other UK sites and MBDA's Poland office when required
• Generate and maintain a close working relationship with domestic and international collaborators, both internal and external to MBDA
• To work with the senior management team with identifying project and technical administration activities that could be reassigned from the project and engineering population
• Collation, distribution and management of general review outputs / actions / observations to include Project Management Meetings, working groups, etc
• Document control/maintenance/reporting: Working with the domains internal and external collaborators to collate material and to be accountable for ensuring key documentation is available, accurate and up to date to include, but not limited to:
• Maintenance of registers, equipment lists, breakthroughs, etc.
• Document analysis - pulling test results into a structured document, collation and action of review comments
• Generation of export and security forms for consignee undertakings, security approval updates etc.
• Work with team leaders to support generation of internal forms used for cost control and management
• Creation and maintenance of the document transmittal and export control detailed process map
• Understand fully the process and policies in regards to security/export requirements within the domain and provide local expertise
• Creation and maintenance of a database for product shipping information working with the engineering population
• To utilise and provide local expertise in key specialist IT based applications and databases and provide technical support/training to the domain
• Continuous improvement to delivery, process and behaviours within the domain
• Supporting and facilitating events (internal/external)
• To be a key member within the UK Support Function and the BSS Network and participate in engagement activities
• Sharing standard methodology and knowledge within the UK Support Function and offering mentorship and training to team members
• Participation and progress on UK Support Function personal development initiatives and to be accountable for own self-learning and development
• Discretion and confidentiality to be maintained
• Encourage and participate in cross-skilling and Knowledge transfer activities across the function
• Any other adhoc technical administration duties required by the domain

• Can demonstrate a phenomenal team ethic and the ability to interface and build close working relationships with people at all levels both internally and externally
• Can demonstrate an ability to prioritise tasks to achieve results in a timely manner, ensuring a high level of accuracy.
• Can demonstrate courage and influencing skills whilst promoting MBDA what we value and behaviours.
• Someone that is forward thinking, who looks to improve efficiencies in working practices and processes.
• Someone that is self-motivated with the ability to adapt to changing environments, evolving technologies, tools and processes.
• Can demonstrate a high level of proficiency in Microsoft packages to include Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• A meticulous approach to tasks, with a positive demeanor and the ability to multi-task, be proactive and accountable
• 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 a high attention to detail, flexibility, initiative and passion and operates as an integral part of the team.
• Willingness to learn and extend the role above and beyond the job description.

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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Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are handled by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.