Graduate Project Manager

BAE Systems offers a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. However, it is expected that on our Graduate programme you will be required to attend your site 3-4 days per week. The hybrid working arrangements, including the days you are required to work on site/remotely, will be outlined by your line manager., In this role, you will gain experience working in a project environment. You will be expected to support the application of project management practices and be responsible for your own development. You will operate one or more of the PM processes on a project and be responsible for some aspects of processes or supporting more senior staff on a larger project. With our huge portfolio of products and multinational presence, there are opportunities to get involved in something different around every corner.,

• Undertaking a full range of activities in support of project management, given responsibility for aspects of a project, and facilitating the effective delivery of projects/programmes.
• Supporting the Project Manager through project reporting, escalating issues, and monitoring performance.
• Working independently on routine aspects of the activity, usually under guidance and supervision in more complex situations.
• Attending internal and external customer meetings and ensuring the project runs to time, to cost, and schedule, reporting any issues as early as possible.
• Driving plan changes to maintain progress and achieve targets., We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.
Community Involvement In addition to professional development, BAE Systems values community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles.Retention and Career Development Recognizing the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.

As a minimum requirement, you'll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM or business/finance/legal/PM related fields.

Here at BAE Systems Air, we have a long and proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade, and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft. Today, we operate across the globe in multiple markets to support our customers-wherever, whenever, and whatever their challenges may be. We support them across the whole life cycle of the air sector-from design, development, and production, through to the provision of aircraft, training, support, and maintenance.

You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, employee discounts, and you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Upon commencement of employment, you will be paid a one-off non-consolidated lump sum payment of £2,000 (the "Welcome Payment"). The Welcome Payment is subject to the normal deductions and will be paid with your first salary payment. This provides the perfect opportunity to ease your transition, whether it be relocation costs, securing housing, or ensuring smooth and reliable transport needs.