Business Support Officer

3 weeks ago


Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom MBDA Full time

Join a dynamic team within the UK Support Function and to support the Head of Function/Senior Management and their teams. In addition, you will undertake specific projects/responsibilities for the management team.

Job Title: Business Support Officer

Salary: Circa £26,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification. For this role we welcome applications from people looking to work part-time in a job sharing capacity.

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.

The opportunity:

To join a dynamic team within the UK Support Function and to support the Head of Function/Senior Management and their teams. In addition, you will undertake specific projects/responsibilities for the management team.

You are required to be proactive in managing a busy workload and will work on your own initiative on some occasions. You will need to exhibit a high level of resilience, communication and organisation skills and attention to detail, which is key to the success in this role.

The Role

  • Will be based in our Stevenage office, however, flexibility to travel to other sites may be required
  • Delivering high level administrative and business support to Senior Management and their teams
  • Create and maintain MS Excel spread sheets, PowerPoint presentations, MS word documents accurately and assist with reports that are sent directly to our clients internal and external

Providing core support to numerous managers (in brief):

  • Complex diaries, extensive travel arrangements and expenses
  • Organise meetings, events, training days, participate when required and take and manage actions
  • The role requires a high level of accountability, integrity, resilience and the ability to work within a team
  • Participation in UK Support Function initiatives and personal development initiatives
  • Understanding and utilising MBDA systems
  • Assist the project and/or functional population to optimise efficiency throughout the business
  • Develop to become the knowledge point of contact within the project and/or function. These tasks may be varied and ad-hoc in scope

What we're looking for from you:

  • Someone that is forward thinking, who looks to improve efficiencies in working practices and processes
  • A keen interest in what we do and the desire to understand how MBDA works and how their role impacts the company/department
  • A professional approach, with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task and be proactive
  • A team player that prides themselves with the success of the team and the department
  • A professional demeanour in all situations and be able to withhold confidential information
  • It is essential that you undertake the extensive duties with flexibility, initiative and enthusiasm and operate as an integral part of the team
  • Willingness to learn and extend the role above and beyond the job description
  • Someone that has good communication and engagement skills

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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:

  • 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
  • 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…
  • Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

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.

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

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