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We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join a dynamic team within the UK Support Function and to support the Mission Planning team.,

• Will be based in our Bristol office, however, flexibility to travel to other sites both UK and within Europe
• Provide pro-active, accurate and comprehensive support to the Head of Missiles Planning and team
• Create and maintain MS Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, MS Word documents accurately
• Be practical and influential within the teams they support
• Have great communication skills and confidence in building stakeholder networks
• Participate in process improvement activities
• Support recruitment process
• Assisting with on boarding of new starters within the Mission Planning team
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
• Tracking and chasing of information for multiple reports
• 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, 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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join a dynamic team within the UK Support Function and to support the Mission Planning 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 success in this role.,
• Someone who 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 operates 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
  
  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.
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., 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., Together. For the future of defence. We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years. Whether it's designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.


• 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