Job Details Transformation Project Manager R30708

MBDA S.A.S.; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Stevenage is seeking a Transformation Manager to oversee project management in transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and experience in managing complex change programs. This role offers a competitive salary of circa £50,000 - £60,000, dynamic hybrid working arrangements, and various benefits including a pension contribution up to 14%.

Benefits

Company Bonus up to 21%

Employer pension contribution up to 14%

Flexi Leave: up to 15 additional days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave provisions

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a complex change program.
• Proven record of leading delivery across diverse teams.
• Capacity to translate organizational goals into actionable plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation projects and manage multiple collaborators.
• Provide dashboard reports and communicate changes in scope.
• Adhere to shared expectations for workplace behavior.

Skills

Project management

Change management

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

The Transformation Manager works within the Transformation & Improvement Directorate as part of a central Operational Excellence Team to develop and provide a focused approach to Project Management, while applying a structured Change Management approach. This role supports transformation projects/programmes using the Directorate’s standard methods and tools. Deployment durations vary with project size and complexity, and the Transformation Manager may be seconded to the Transformation & Improvement Programme Delivery Lead or deputy during deployment. A number of core programme themes are developed, including coordinated plans for timely delivery, handling dependencies with other initiatives, effective deployment of T&I resources to improve business outcomes, stakeholder collaboration across international teams, achievement of required outcomes, and active realisation of benefits. The Transformation Manager provides monthly dashboard reports and communicates changes in scope and expected delivery. They also manage PMO and Change Management tools (e.g., RAIDS logs), record actions, and address programme shortfalls as delegated by the Delivery Programme Lead. The role feeds into governance structures and contributes to additional forums as appropriate to handle project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Broad background of a major change programme focusing on project management, change, and delivery.
• Make decisions, solve problems, and maintain a strategic vision with the ability to see the big picture.
• Demonstrate high interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills across all working levels.
• Be a strong team player who thrives in dynamic team environments, managing multiple collaborator needs.
• Lead by influence across a sophisticated, fast-paced programme and adapt to deliver successful Transformation & Improvement projects/programmes.
• Adhere to shared expectations for how we work together to achieve objectives and model expected behaviours, creating a fair, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Ability to work effectively within a complex change programme and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate goals into actionable plans.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with a track record of delivery across diverse teams.
• Proven ability to lead through influence in a fast-paced environment and contribute to successful delivery of transformation projects.

Benefits and Other Information

• Salary: Circa £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days on-site per week
• Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship; BPSS checks required after offer
• Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: Employer contribution up to 14% (with potential increases)
• Overtime: Paid overtime opportunities
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave provisions and family leave options
• On-site facilities, discounts and vouchers, and various lifestyle benefits