About us
We are the Project Management Office (PMO), a key function within Project Management supporting the management of Programmes / Projects through the application of project management processes, methods and tools. We analyse, integrate and provide quantitative and qualitative data to support discussions and decision making at Project Management level. We support effective communication and stakeholder management and have a vital operational role all along the complete lifecycle of the Project.
The department covers Programme Management best practice, Project Control and Support, Project Cost Control, Integrated Planning, Risk and Opportunity Management, Resource Management and Configuration & Data management.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a diverse PMO having interaction with all areas of the business and exposure to all levels of the management hierarchy as well as engaging with internal and external customers and stakeholders. The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is a major customer, others also include the European Space Agency (ESA) and this provides a real opening for personal growth within a team where learning and development is key to our success.
This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in pursuing a career in the field of project management or in roles requiring project management experience in the future.
Benefits
- 37 hours per week
- Half Day Fridays (subject to completing full hours prior to this)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Success share
- Plus many more flexible benefits
What you will be doing
- Assisting the PMO and Project Managers (PM) in the development and maintenance for the appropriate business management tools, other relevant methodologies, tools, templates, documentation and reporting to support the successful delivery of projects
- Supporting the Head of PMO on delivery improvement workstreams and PM digitalisation. Maintaining and tailoring processes for Project Management as required by the business and developing / maintaining software tools to support the Business and Information Management Systems
- Liaising with the PMO, Risk and Integrated Planning Managers to support the implementation of best practice Project and Risk Management across the business
- Actively working on project plans, issue & change management logs, risk & opportunity registers, project management information & data gathering, milestone tracking & customer and other stakeholder monthly reporting to support the successful delivery of projects
Requirements
In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:
- 2 A levels at C or above
- Minimum GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English Language
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:
- An understanding of Project Management methodologies
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, in particular Excel
- Proficiency in the use of Google software
- Experience of using databases is beneficial, but not essential
Boost your application
We want to get to know you — not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:
- Why Airbus and this apprenticeship? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us.
- What skills and experience do you bring? Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities.
Important information
This Job Request will be allocated to the projected Joint-Venture scope towards a leading European player in space.
GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.
RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme.
LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding.
Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
