Tactical C2 Portfolio Manager

Thales; Templecombe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Templecombe is seeking a Tactical Portfolio Lead to manage the Tactical C2 business. The successful candidate will develop strategies to achieve business growth and customer satisfaction. Essential skills include experience in project delivery within the defence sector and excellent stakeholder management capabilities. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and various benefits, including a performance-related bonus and private healthcare.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Company car allowance

28 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in the defence, engineering, or manufacturing sector.
• Management of complex supply chains.
• Knowledge of C2 systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute portfolio strategy for business growth.
• Lead portfolio strategy and business development.
• Manage customer relationships effectively.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Influencing skills

Experience leading bids

Delivering large complex projects

Job description

Overview

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom. Thales UK develops and delivers technology and services across Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. We offer flexible working arrangements where possible and support a pattern that suits individual needs.

Job title

Tactical Portfolio Lead

Location

Templecombe – hybrid working arrangement – 3 days on site per week (based on full-time hours)

Role summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Portfolio Lead to join our Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) UK team in Templecombe. As Portfolio Lead you will manage the complete Tactical C2 business, guiding multi-disciplinary teams to achieve growth, customer satisfaction, and financial goals.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute portfolio strategy for business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Lead portfolio strategy, business development, winning contracts, delivery, and support.
• Build, inspire, and manage diverse teams to address business challenges and opportunities effectively.
• Manage customer relationships, acting as their representative within the company.
• Collaborate with IAS product teams to ensure project delivery and meet contractual obligations.

Benefits

• Performance-related bonus
• Company car allowance
• Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year
• 24 hours volunteering paid for
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Life cover
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts

About you

Essential:

• Working as part of a strategic business management team delivering large complex projects within the defence, engineering, or manufacturing sector
• Experience in leading bids and/or business winning initiatives
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills

Ideal:

• Management of complex supply chains, multi-entity delivery, and industrial cooperation
• Knowledge and experience of C2 systems and associated technologies
• Knowledge and experience of the product development lifecycle
• Knowledge and experience of working with the UK MoD
• Knowledge and experience of complex system integration and weapon systems

Security clearance

Due to the nature of the work at Thales, many roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held; if not, the successful applicant must undertake, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UK government guidance for further information. Eligibility typically requires residence in the UK for the last 5 years, with possible exceptions on a case-by-case basis.

Notes

Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance, which can require further evidence. Basic information and eligibility for Baseline and Security Clearance may be checked as part of the recruitment process. Thales is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments as needed during the process.