Innovation & Future Technologies Lead (Maternity Cover)

MBDA UK; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Pension

Overtime

Flexi Leave

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Site facilities

Job summary

MBDA UK is seeking a maternity-cover leader to ensure smooth operations of the Innovation & Future Technologies (IFT) functions. The role leads and supports UK initiatives, manages the IFT strategy, and coordinates with senior stakeholders across MBDA and international partners.

Hybrid working and a competitive benefits package are offered. The successful candidate will coordinate the leadership team, drive the UK IFT activities, and report to the Head of Group Future Technologies Watch &

Qualifications

• Curious and able to challenge stakeholders to understand the why.
• Experience in international environments with varying needs.
• Self-motivated, able to drive change in complex settings.
• Effective communication across all levels, including senior leaders.
• People management to delegate tasks and coach effectively.
• Able to solve problems in challenging situations and under pressure.
• Proven experience of supporting senior executives within a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable with growth mindset.
• Able to multitask and prioritise changing workload.
• Exceptional stakeholder management.
• Ability to lead projects to deliver results.
• Passion for improvement and willingness to experiment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the IFT strategy, including engagement and coordination of the overall MBDA Innovation activities and actions.
• Lead the implementation of the IFT & IFT UK operating model.
• Generate presentations, track actions and objectives, and help to maintain the strategic view of the function.
• Generate and maintain a close working relationship with domestic and international stakeholders, both internal and external to MBDA.
• Ensure the IFT communications and engagement agenda is co-ordinated & fully aligned.
• Leading on activities to develop IFT team engagement.
• Be an ambassador for the IFT Team.
• Work externally to find best practices & promote internal IFT practices.
• Lead special projects, initiatives and key activities as required.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

People management

International experience

Job description

MBDA UK is seeking a maternity-cover leader to ensure smooth operations of the Innovation & Future Technologies (IFT) functions. The role leads and supports UK initiatives, manages the IFT strategy, and coordinates with senior stakeholders across MBDA and international partners.

Hybrid working and a competitive benefits package are offered. The successful candidate will coordinate the leadership team, drive the UK IFT activities, and report to the Head of Group Future Technologies Watch &