This role is a maternity cover - starting late September 2026
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.
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:
The opportunity:
Reporting to the Head of Group Future Technologies Watch & Innovation UK. Provide Assistance to:
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What we’re looking for from you:
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