Commercial - Graduate Programme

Commercial Graduate Programme

MBDA is a leading defence organisation that is proud to support our Armed Forces in protecting our nations. We collaborate with governments to achieve a shared goal of defending our freedom.

Salary: £30,000 plus a £3,000 joining bonus.

Closing date for this role is midnight on Thursday 16th November 

What we can offer you:

• 2 year programme starting September 2024

• 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

Working pattern:

Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working, but this will depend on project and function requirements and the need for access to specific site facilities.

The opportunity

The Commercial team work across MBDA's product range and help to maintain and improve the business aspects of MBDA. We negotiate all the Contracts within the UK and handle all the formal Customer liaison contributing to the overall business objectives.

The Commercial team are embedded in all MBDA programmes across the product range and are responsible for tendering and managing the Commercial and contractual elements of the business within the UK.

As a graduate you'll experience the excitement of winning new work as well as being a key point of contact for contract information for existing contracts within your project area.  Either way, your role will be integral to being a part of the delivery chain that ensures MBDA meets all its contractual obligations to its customers.

You'll work collaboratively with other departments while gaining an understanding of the wider MBDA business and Commercial's role within it. Some tasks may see you liaising with a variety of other departments, such as Business and Performance Managers (project managers) regarding the delivery of a contract and management of schedules; Major Equipment Procurement in relation to the management of supplier contracts; and Finance for any matters relating to receipt of customer payments and payments to subcontractors.

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

We'll provide practical training to develop your skills in:

• Understanding how a contract is agreed and managed.

• Understanding how MBDA bid for new work, including constructing and pricing Commercial proposals.

• Building and maintaining relationships with customers and other stakeholders.

• Presenting and communicating in various forums.

• Analysing and solving business challenges and positively influencing business decisions.

This will be achieved with support and mentorship from a skilled and experienced team.

What we're looking for from you

• Degree qualified in a Business and Management, Politics, Law, English studies or Economics subject (minimum 2.2)

Our Business

We value new perspectives, collaboration, and diversity. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.

We encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), Twitter (@MBDAcareers), Instagram (lifeatMBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. 

Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Due to the nature of our work, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa 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 managed 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.