Business Support Officer - UK Legal

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join a dynamic team within the UK Support Function to support the Head of UK Legal and their teams. 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.

Job Title: Business Support Officer - UK Legal

Salary: Circa £28,000 depending on experience 

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

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

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 a dynamic team within the UK Support Function to support the Head of UK Legal and their teams. 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.

• Will be based in our Stevenage office, however, flexibility to travel to other sites may be required
• To provide high level of administrative support to the Head of UK Legal and their team
• 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 the Head of UK Legal and their team (in brief):

• Creation of Power of Attorney (PoA's) documents draft email to circulate to directors
• Point of contact with the Board of MBDA UK Limited for Board Minutes and PoA's
• Provide support for recruitment activities
• Maintaining Companies House filing deadlines and Company House filing generally
• Initial legal research on various matters, i.e. new legislation etc.
• Review and mark up Non-Disclosure Agreement's
• Assisting with filing of company accounts
• Coordination and liaison with notaries
• Provide accurate control and maintenance of electronic diaries
• Arrange domestic & international travel for identified managers
• Provide meeting co-ordination and participation
• Provide management and maintenance of email
• Co-ordinate arrangements for on-site or off-site meetings and events, attend and participate as required
• Administer expense reports and submit in a timely manner
• Maintain and analyse data, create reports and present findings
• Understand & utilise Company IT systems i.e. SAP, WORKDAY and other MBDA specialist tools and databases
• Participation in UK Support Function initiatives and personal development initiatives
• Develop and become the knowledge point of contact within the domain.  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 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

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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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