Innovation Lead Co-ordinator

MBDA S.A.S.; United States; Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Pension plan

Overtime

Flexi Leave

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Discounts & Vouchers

MyCar Scheme

Holiday Purchase

Costco membership

Job summary

MBDA seeks a senior leader to oversee Innovation & Future Technologies (IFT) initiatives in the UK, coordinating across groups and external partners to drive strategic technology watch and open innovation. The role reports to senior leadership and combines program management with stakeholder engagement.

You will lead or support key initiatives, develop the operating model, generate presentations, and champion flexible, dynamic working arrangements with 25 days leave and a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior executives within a high paced environment.
• Proven ability to communicate at all levels and influence outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility, adaptability and growth mindset.
• Experience working in international settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support key IFT Group and UK initiatives.
• Coordinate leadership teams and activities.
• Drive innovation programs, like Technology Watch and Open Innovation.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Generate presentations and track actions to maintain the strategic view.
• Lead special projects and events as required.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

People management

Project delivery

Adaptability

International experience

Job description

Providing leadership to ensure the smooth operations of the Innovation & Future Technologies (IFT), IFT UK & Future Technologies Watch & Open Innovation functions (FTOI). The role will lead or provide support to key IFT Group and UK initiatives, such as; Scientific Council, Technology Watch, Corporate Venture Capital Investment (CVC), Innovation Week, Innovation Agents Community Management and Events, IFT Seminars & Team Events, UK Innovation Spaces Development and Management, Idea Challenges Organisation, Innovation Communications, IFT Roadshows and Hubs., Reporting to the Head of Group Future Technologies Watch & Innovation UK. Provide Assistance to:

• Group Director for Innovation & Future Technologies (IFT), to co-ordinate the leadership team and activities.
• Head of Group Future Technologies Watch & Open Innovation (FTOI) to drive and co-ordinate the Technology Watch & Open Innovation activities.
• UK Lead for Innovation & Future Technologies, to drive Innovation activities in the UK., 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, Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays.

After 5, 10 and 15 years of service, an additional day of annual leave is added to your allowance at each of these milestones. You can also enjoy more time off by purchasing up to an additional five days holiday through payroll, We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policies allow individuals great levels of flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Depending on your role and function, this may include options for paid overtime, dynamic leave (time in lieu) and more, Our MBDA Retirement Savings Plan is a 'Defined Contribution' plan in the Mercer Master Trust. The standard contributions are 4% of an employee's base salary and 6% employer contributions. You can increase both employee and employer contributions by up to 2%. Financial Awareness - Employees have access to free financial webinars hosted throughout the year, along with access to a financial education website which provides plenty of useful hints, tips and guidance on managing financial wellness. Share Incentive Plan - Acquire shares in our UK Shareholder, BAE Systems PLC, the scheme is tax efficient on shares purchased. Mortgage Advice - As part of our financial wellbeing initiative employees can access free of charge mortgage advice and webinars. Season Ticket Loan - Employees can borrow the value of public transport season ticket for bus or train journeys to and from work and spread the cost over 12 months. Critical Illness - To help reduce the financial impact after being diagnosed with a critical illness, employees receive a tax-free lump sum payment that can be used for any purpose including covering medical expenses, adjustments to lifestyle and more, Employee Assistance Programme - The Employee Assistance Programme is free, independent, confidential and is available 24 hours a day/365 days a year. Employees have access to short-term counselling (which includes up to 8 structured face to face, telephone or virtual sessions). Voluntary Private Medical Insurance - Private Medical Insurance offers three healthcare plans to suit your individual requirements for you and your family. Funded Private Medical Insurance - Eligible employees (Grade C & Above) are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit. Dental Insurance - The Dental Insurance benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday dental expenses such as, minor treatments, routine examinations, restorative treatment and more. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits. Healthcare Cash Plan - The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more. There are six levels of cover available, with each level providing increased claim limits. Healthcare and Leisure - The Healthcare and Leisure benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as medical fees, dentist fees, opticians and also provides access to special deals and concessions on sporting and recreational facilities.

• The ability to be curious and respectfully challenge stakeholders to understand deeply the strategic context: 'the why'.
• Experience working in an international environment with different complexities and needs.
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to drive change & understand complex challenges
• Ability to Communicate at all levels effectively and able to influence/negotiate to achieve the desired deliverable outcome (including senior leaders)
• People management capability to delegate tasks and coach effectively
• Ability to solve problems in challenging situations & work well under pressure
• Proven experience of supporting senior executives within a high paced environment
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• High level of flexibility, adaptability and growth mind-set
• The ability to multitask and prioritise an ever-changing workload
• Exceptional stakeholder management
• Ability to manage and deliver projects successfully
• Passion for improvement & willingness to experiment 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.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability 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.

Healthworks Gym Membership - The Healthworks on-site gym at our Stevenage site offers a range of facilities and equipment, alongside a variety of classes available during the week. Annual Gym Membership - Take advantage of discounted membership at over 3,600 of the UK's leading gym chains, leisure centres, hotel health clubs, independent gyms, boot camps and yoga studios. The Club -The Club provides a fantastic opportunity to enjoy great social activities - from theatre trips, days out, to sporting activities.

We're proud to be a nationally recognised employer at MBDA. We have received a range of employer awards including Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022; Gold awards from Investors in People, the 5% Club, and Armed Forces Covenant. We are also currently ranked #1 in the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league table, as well as #1 for Manufacturing.

Salary: Circa £35,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: A blended approach to onsite and remote working subject 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.

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
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• 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, We recognise that having or adopting a child is a significant life event for our employees and as a family friendly employer we offer a range of enhanced family leave provisions to support employees before, during and after a period of leave.
• Our 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. We also offer 2 weeks enhanced pay for paternity leave, and neonatal care leave for up to 12 weeks where a period of extended hospital care is required after birth. Employees also have access to support whilst undergoing fertility testing and treatments.
• Lifestyle - Discounts & VouchersLifestyle - Discounts & Vouchers Discounts - The Discounts platform includes a great range of features such as: discounts, instant vouchers, reloadable cards, easy saver cards, cashback, mobile app and Wellbeing Centre. Costco - Permanent employees of MBDA qualify for Costco's individual membership. Technology Vouchers - Purchase the latest gadgets and white goods up to the value of £2,500 and spread the cost over 12 months. Charity Donations - Donate up to five charities each month, with full tax relief on all donations. MyCar Scheme - The MBDA MyCar Scheme offers employees the opportunity to access up to two new vehicles via a salary sacrifice arrangement including an all-inclusive package. Holiday Purchase - Purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday whilst making tax and National Insurance savings, spreading the cost over 12 months.