AddressSalary: £45,000 to £55,000 dependent upon experience
Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time
Security Level: CTC
We are the UK's aviation and aerospace regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.
The Role
The primary purpose of this role is to support colleagues by providing planning, project management, administrative support, preparation of business or technical documentation and other tasks to support the delivery and governance of the CAA rulemaking and policy development programme.
Accountabilities include:
- Responsible for project management and/or project delivery of assigned rulemaking functions
- Responsible for ensuring suitable governance of projects including stakeholder liaison, planning, meeting scheduling, project control, risk management, reporting and lessons learnt
- Responsible for delivering tasks and maintaining documentation in compliance with Quality Management System and ISO 9001 standard
- Responsible for the communication of rulemaking activities to multiple stakeholders
- Responsible for analysing data to support improvement of efficiency, productivity and the overall governance of the rulemaking programme
- Support the production of management reports for governance meetings, utilising the reporting functions of a variety of databases/IT packages
- Provide coaching and training to colleagues as required, as well as helping to lead colleagues through the complexities of the rulemaking process
- High levels of stakeholder liaison both within the CAA and with Government colleagues, other regulators and external organisations
About You
Aviation experience is desirable or a background in a technically orientated industry. A university degree and/or substantial experience in project management is essential. Familiar with the application of project management methodology, tools and techniques. Project/Programme management accreditation is desirable. An excellent communicator, both written and verbal as you will be interacting with a variety of people at all levels. Highly organised and methodical in your approach to work with a keen eye for detail as this role is high profile and high priority. Capable of working autonomously and using own initiative. Able to manage multiple tasks. You will also be confident working with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel in order to maximise the technology available to deliver tasks.
Additional Information
For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holders must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance.
To be vetted we will usually expect a reasonable period of residency in the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken. For this role this will need to be 3 years.
If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application.
For more information on CTC clearance please visit - Vetting explained - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
The CAA values high ethical standards and personal integrity among employees. If invited for interview you will be asked to complete a declaration of interest.
Working With Us
We offer a range of excellent benefits such as flexible working arrangements, free onsite gym at Gatwick, discounted gym membership for London, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, a generous pension scheme and much more!
We are on a journey towards being increasingly adaptable, where our colleagues collaborate as part of cross-functional teams. This approach ensures we never stop learning together. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day-to-day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.
We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance.
We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We use fair and inclusive selection approaches to hire the best person for the job based on merit alone.
Our Values
Do The Right Thing, Never Stop Learning, Build Collaborative Relationships, Respect Everyone – For more information please Click Here
Closing Date: Monday 19th February 2024
Interview Date: W/C Monday 26th February 2024
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
No recruitment agencies please.
