Change Management - Graduate Programme 2026
Kickstart your career with MBDA's International Change Management team and help shape the future of the company. Drive transformation, sharpen your skills, and grow under expert mentorship—whilst making a real impact
Salary: £31,500 plus a £3000 joining bonus
Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 2 days per week on-site due 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.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 3RD NOVEMBER 2025
What we can offer you
* 2 year Programme: starting September 2026
* Salary reviews throughout the Programme
* Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
* Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
* Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
* Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday
* Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
* Excellent career progression and development opportunities
* Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
The opportunity
Join our dynamic International Change Management team and become a key player in shaping the future of MBDA You will collaborate with our international team to implement cutting-edge Change Management Strategies and Methodologies, gaining invaluable experience in delivering change and honing your skills in risk analysis, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
With the guidance of our skilled and experienced team, you will receive practical training and mentorship to excel in presenting, relationship building, and influencing business decisions.
Do not miss this exciting opportunity to thrive in an international environment and make a significant impact on our international transformation projects
You will support the identification and analysis of change adoption risks as well as support implementation change management methods on selected projects - as well as delivering communications and engagement.
You will experience the excitement of working in an international environment, on change projects that will teach you key skills in delivering change management.
With support and mentorship from a skilled and experienced team, we will provide practical training to develop your skills in:
* Presenting and communicating in different forums
* Helping you build and maintain relationships within the business
* Analysing business changes and positively influencing business decisions
* Implementing change management in international environment
This role is ideal for those looking to work on a wide variety of tasks and activities on a daily basis.
Travel to other MBDA sites in Europe is expected in this role.
What we're looking for from you
Degree qualified in any of the following: Business & Management, Psychology, Human Resource Management to a minimum of 2:2. Other relevant degrees are also welcomed.
Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given.
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
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Change Management - Graduate Programme 2026
Kickstart your career with MBDA's International Change Management team and help shape the future of the company. Drive transformation, sharpen your skills, and grow under expert mentorship—whilst making a real impact
Salary: £31,500 plus a £3000 joining bonus
Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 2 days per week on-site due 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.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 3RD NOVEMBER 2025
What we can offer you
* 2 year Programme: starting September 2026
* Salary reviews throughout the Programme
* Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
* Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
* Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
* Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday
* Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
* Excellent career progression and development opportunities
* Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
The opportunity
Join our dynamic International Change Management team and become a key player in shaping the future of MBDA You will collaborate with our international team to implement cutting-edge Change Management Strategies and Methodologies, gaining invaluable experience in delivering change and honing your skills in risk analysis, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
With the guidance of our skilled and experienced team, you will receive practical training and mentorship to excel in presenting, relationship building, and influencing business decisions.
Do not miss this exciting opportunity to thrive in an international environment and make a significant impact on our international transformation projects
You will support the identification and analysis of change adoption risks as well as support implementation change management methods on selected projects - as well as delivering communications and engagement.
You will experience the excitement of working in an international environment, on change projects that will teach you key skills in delivering change management.
With support and mentorship from a skilled and experienced team, we will provide practical training to develop your skills in:
* Presenting and communicating in different forums
* Helping you build and maintain relationships within the business
* Analysing business changes and positively influencing business decisions
* Implementing change management in international environment
This role is ideal for those looking to work on a wide variety of tasks and activities on a daily basis.
Travel to other MBDA sites in Europe is expected in this role.
What we're looking for from you
Degree qualified in any of the following: Business & Management, Psychology, Human Resource Management to a minimum of 2:2. Other relevant degrees are also welcomed.
Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given.
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
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