Information Services and Security have a vital role to play in a crucial national mission. We're here to enable the organisation to deliver through the use of technology. As AWE transforms itself to meet the needs of the UK's next-generation nuclear deterrent, we need to adapt to deliver data-driven decision making, flexible and future-proofed IT services, adaptable cyber security, support to a multi-billion Pound building programme, and many more.
The scale might be daunting to some, but you'll find it stimulating. We've got a long journey that we've only just started and we're looking for motivated people who can take us in the right direction. Your role will contribute directly to that shared mission. We won't deceive you, in some areas we're starting from a low base, but within ten years this organisation will look very different, and you can help make that happen. This is a role where you'll contribute to a legacy of national security for decades to come.
We are recruiting for a Senior Business Support Specialist to provide the expertise and management to develop capability and implement improvements that meets information management requirements, and the delivery of information services. Working with key stakeholders to ensure information requirements are delivered, risks are managed, our legislative and regulatory obligations can be met and our capability to exploit valuable information assets is enhanced.
Location - Reading Area
Salary: from £48,250
As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:
- Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
- Hybrid working and consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Part-time hours will be considered.
- Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
- Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
- A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
- Life Assurance
- Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
- Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
- A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site
Key Accountabilities:
- Oversee day-to-day business operations to enable effective delivery and efficiency of services to agreed standards and to customer service level agreements.
- Implement appropriate procedures, processes, and systems to ensure the quality and consistency of financial data.
- Identify and report on financial and operational data, potential risks, issues and opportunities associated with the delivery of service in the sub-function.
- Identify and drive improvements and anticipate changing business requirements.
- Engage and inspire colleagues to promote a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages continuous improvement.
- Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for tactical management and reporting on sub-function performance.
- Support the Senior Management Team in enabling effective delivery of services to an agreed standard and to optimise efficiency.
- Apply technical knowledge and a creative problem-solving approach to business problems and drive their implementation across the sub-function.
- Acts as part of the sub-function management team, interacting with and advising on the best course of action to achieve desired outcomes.
- Contribute to plans and procedures for the ongoing success and the effectiveness of the service provision.
- Communicate and share best practice and highlight common problems and joint solutions.
- Enable the service delivery of integrated services to the satisfaction of the customer.
- Provide and interpret financial information and manage budgets.
- Formulate business plans.
- Ensure service delivery efficiency by implementing quality and process improvements.
- Oversee administrative functions.
- Assist with preparation of special events.
- Identify business process improvement opportunities that will support cost savings.
- Maintain and develop stakeholder relationships.
- The company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position based on business demands.
You Will Need:
- The ability to interpret financial data, manage budgets and report on business plans.
- Extensive experience within a corporate environment.
- Knowledge of Finance, Risk Management, Planning and Reporting.
All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.