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Business Support Officer

Clearance Level
BPSS
Salary Range
£28,000+
Employment Type
FULL TIME
Work Style
hybrid

// Role Summary

Join our dynamic UK Support Function team as a Business Support Officer on a 12-month fixed-term contract, providing crucial administrative and operational support to a Business Unit.

// Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support.
  • Manage complex diaries, travel arrangements, and expenses.
  • Organise meetings, events, workshops, and training.
  • Utilise MS Office and MBDA specific tools and systems.
  • Support communication, engagement, and financial processes.
  • Requires flexibility, initiative, and strong stakeholder engagement.

// Role Specification

Business Support Officer - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

The UK Support Function (UKSF) prides itself on high levels of team spirit and provides an inclusive environment for professional development and growth within a supportive working culture.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to become a valued member of our dynamic team within the UKSF.

About the Role:

As a Business Support Officer (BSO), you will provide essential administrative and operational support to a designated Business Unit. Your responsibilities will vary depending on the specific needs of the Business Unit but will encompass a wide range of supportive functions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide pro-active, accurate, and comprehensive administrative support to the Business Unit.
  • Manage extensive and complex diary scheduling.
  • Arrange extensive and complex travel, both international and domestic.
  • Process detailed expenses accurately.
  • Organise meetings, events, workshops, and training days, including participation and action management when required.
  • Proficiently utilise MS Office applications and understand and utilise MBDA tools and systems.
  • Participate in UKSF initiatives and personal development activities.
  • Provide support for GIFTS & Hospitality processes (utilisation of the G&H tool).
  • Assist with Donations & Sponsorship administration.
  • Support Invoicing and Purchase Order (PO) processes, including requisition processing and tracker maintenance.
  • Contribute to communication and engagement activities, including Intranet updates and communications dissemination.
  • Engage with stakeholders at a high level across various departments.

It is essential that you undertake these duties with flexibility, initiative, and enthusiasm, operating as an integral part of the team.

Please note: This role is based in our Stevenage office. Occasional flexibility to travel to other sites may be required.