Business Support Officer - HR - Fixed Term Contract - Part Time

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join our dynamic team within the UK Support Function (UKSF), and to support the HR team.

Job Title: Business Support Officer – HR – Fixed Term Contract – Part Time

Salary: Circa £26,000 (FTE) depending on experience 

Location: Stevenage

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Part time role (17 hours), job share over 3 working days, 1-2 days on site in the office is required

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:

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join our dynamic team within the UK Support Function (UKSF), and to support the HR team.

The UKSF provides support to senior leadership and their teams and are based across our UK sites.

As a Business Support Officer you will provide administrative and operational support, and will be a central point of contact to internal and external stakeholders, playing a vital role in the success of the department you will be supporting. Within the UKSF we pride ourselves on high levels of team spirit and creating an inclusive environment where our teams can develop and thrive!

The Role:

• Will be based in our Stevenage office, however, flexibility to travel to other sites may occasionally be required
• Provide pro-active, accurate and comprehensive administrative support to the Senior Management team (HR Heads of), Employee Relations team and Remuneration & benefits team within the HR function
• Create and maintain Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and Word documents accurately
• Participate in HR process improvement activities
• Assisting new starters within the HR team
• Support shared email HR generic inboxes
• GIFTS & Hospitality support (utilisation of the tool)
• Donations & Sponsorship support
• Comms & engagement activities (WeLink communities, Intranet updates, communications flow down)

Providing core support to numerous managers (in brief):

• Complex diary management
• Extensive travel arrangements and expenses
• Organise complex meetings, be available to participate when required and take and manage actions
• Organise events, workshops and roadshows, be available to participate when required
• The role requires a high level of accountability, integrity, resilience and the ability to work within a team
• Understanding and utilising MBDA tools and systems - i.e. SAP, EPROC, SELF IT, PLANON, ONEHR and other specialist tools and databases
• Assist the HR population to optimise efficiency throughout the business
• Develop to become the knowledge point of contact within the HR function
• Participation in UK Support Function initiatives and personal development initiatives
• Tasks may be varied and ad-hoc in scope

What we're looking for from you:

• The ability to build and maintain relationships with external and internal stakeholders
• 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 and HR department
• A professional approach, with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task be proactive and thrive in a varied role
• A team player that prides themselves with the success of the team and the department, with a real can do attitude
• A professional demeanour in all situations and be able to withhold confidential information and exhibit high levels of integrity
• 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, engagement and collaboration skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

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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.

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