Secretarial Administrator (Engineering Function)

Job Description

Job Title: Secretarial Administrator (Engineering Function)

Location: : Barrow-in-Furness – (Hybrid -3 days onsite per week) dependent on business needs.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: £24,240 (Commensurate with skills and experience)

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

As part of the Engineering Function you will be expected to undertake a range of activities to provide secretarial administrative support to Line Management, their project teams and support the efficiency and smooth running of the department. You will have an understanding of the systems, processes and procedures and their importance within the general operation of the department.

Core duties:

• Managing Calendars
• Co-ordinating weekly meetings (WSUMs)
• Managing functional minutes and actions
• Supporting the teams Comms agenda and take some initiative for social activities
• Co-ordination of annual Engineering Awards, including submissions
• Co-ordination of Nuclear Baseline administration activities
• Supporting engineering recruitment activities

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office in particular PowerPoint/ SharePoint / Excel / JIRA / Confluence
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively, to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and to a high standard
• Demonstrates eagerness to learn, develop new skills, and continuously improve, contributing lasting value to a dynamic team
• Some experience of providing secretarial support to a Team, or experience of providing an administrative service.
• An understanding of how to deal with Confidential Information/Issues and how to store appropriately.

The Engineering Function:

The Engineering Function is responsible for Engineering People development, process, strategy, performance and improvement. It is also responsible for the early careers, career framework, Toolsets and resourcing and supply solutions.

We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 16th June 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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