Project Delivery Professional – Business Operations at BAE Systems

Warton, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

51772.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business operations, Project coordination, Project management, Data assessment, Governance frameworks, Lifecycle management, Stakeholder engagement, Operational reporting, Performance metrics, Continuous improvement, Strategic planning, Documentation management, Meeting coordination, Analytical skills, Process improvement

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: Project Delivery Professional – Business Operations Location: Salmesbury - Hybrid, 3 days per week on site, including 1 at the Warton site Salary: £51,772+ (DOE) 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: You’ll play a key role in enabling effective strategy-making in this role, supporting operational performance, governance and continuous improvement activities. You will produce insightful reports, track performance metrics and support Lifecycle Management (LCM) processes, using business tools and data to provide clarity and structure in a fast-moving environment. Working closely with senior staff and programme teams, you’ll coordinate meetings, prepare briefings and ensure actions are tracked through to completion. You’ll also contribute to improvement strategies, helping shape processes and ways of working. This role offers excellent exposure across the business, the opportunity to influence how operations run, and considerable development opportunities within a collaborative, forward-thinking team. Core duties: Producing operational reports, evaluating and interpreting data to highlight trends and inform future business development Monitoring metrics and tracking actions, ensuring timely updates, escalations and alignment with governance requirements Coordinating meetings, preparing agendas and briefing packs while capturing actions and following up outcomes Supporting Lifecycle Management processes, ensuring compliance with assurance standards and governance frameworks Collaborating with stakeholders to improve processes, contributing to continuous improvement and effective business operations Essential Skills: Demonstratable experience in business operations, project coordination or project management, with a PM Qualification if possible Considerable data assessment skills, with ability to investigate, interpret and present insights for future business development Experience supporting governance frameworks, Lifecycle Management processes or similar structured operational environments Ample organisational skills with experience coordinating meetings, overseeing documentation and engaging stakeholders across multiple levels The Business Operations Team: You’ll be part of a collaborative Business Operations team at the centre of strategy-making, providing insight, governance and coordination across the organisation. Working closely with senior Stakeholders and programmes, you’ll gain broad exposure, contribute to continuous improvement and help shape how the business operates and evolves. 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: 30th April 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. #LI-JM2 #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

The role involves supporting operational performance, governance, and continuous improvement through insightful reporting and data analysis. You will coordinate meetings, track performance metrics, and ensure compliance with Lifecycle Management processes while working closely with senior staff.