Business Support & Data Controller

Leonardo; City of Edinburgh; Hybride; GBP 35 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Time to Recharge

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Mental health support

Flexible benefits package

Résumé du poste

Leonardo in Edinburgh is hiring a Business Support & Data Controller to act as Data Controller for the Advanced Targeting Sector, supporting sector leadership for timely, consistent execution of business plans. The role offers development opportunities and potential involvement in special projects aligned to interests.

The candidate should bring experience in data control management, familiarity with ITAR and related regulations, and a proactive, collaborative approach to supporting budgets,

Qualifications

• Experience in data control management with knowledge of related regulations (ITAR, Export Control Act, TAAs).
• Security management experience is desirable and beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across diverse teams and regions.

Responsabilités

• Manage special projects for the Sector as required, including activities and milestones.
• Maintain data management and security regime compliant with relevant regulations.
• Provide business and tools support to the Sector VP and leadership team.
• Support Sector budgets and diary coordination with the Sector VP PA.
• Draft presentations for Sector VP and Leadership Team delivery.
• Assist Communications with sector notices and updates.
• Track actions for Sector VP to ensure timely delivery and quality.

Connaissances

Data Control Management

ITAR Knowledge

Export Control Act

TAAs

Security Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Confidentiality

Description du poste

Job Description:

Your impact

Leonardo are seeking a Business Support & Data Controller to support the Advanced Targeting Sector. The role encompasses being the Data Controller for the Sector as well as supporting the Sector Leadership Team to ensure all business plans and activities are completed in a timely and consistent manner. The role is a fantastic development opportunity to contribute to the success of the Advanced Targeting business. There may also be the opportunity to tailor the role to work on special projects that align to your personal interests and development needs.

What You’ll do as a Business Support & Data Controller:

• Carry out special projects for Sector as required, for example, project managing particular activities.
• Provide, for the Sector, a data management and security regime compliant with the relevant regulations.
• Provide general business & tools support to the Sector VP and Sector Leadership Team as required.
• Support the management of the Sector budgets.
• Liaise with Sector VP Personal Assistant to ensure diary is coordinated and aligns with business requirements.
• Draft presentations to be delivered by Sector VP and Sector Leadership Team.
• Support the Communications team with any Sector related notices.
• Assist with the tracking of all actions set by and for the Sector VP, ensuring they are all delivered on time and to the level of standard expected.

What you’ll bring

• Ideally previous experience in Data Control Management, with knowledge of ITAR, data control regulations, the Export Control Act and Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs) desirable.
• Previous Security Management experience is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across different countries, cultures and organisational levels.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable working under pressure and delivering to short and challenging timescales.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently and with limited instruction when required.
• A strong understanding of, and commitment to, confidentiality and information security.
• The ability to quickly understand and navigate business and functional processes.
• Strong influencing and persuasion skills, with the confidence to build consensus and drive outcomes.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the flexibility to respond positively to changing priorities and short-notice requirements.
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) and developing and maintaining effective internal and external stakeholder relationships.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Primary Location:

GB - Edinburgh

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid