Overview
MBDA is accelerating the structure and deployment of HR data & AI initiatives to support business transformation and strategic workforce decisions. Operated across France, the UK, Germany, and Italy, the HR Data & AI Office drives initiatives where data security, employee privacy, and social dialogue are as critical as delivery speed.
Salary: Circa £60,000 – £72,000 depending on experience.
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1 day per week on site.
Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks after offer.
Benefits
* Company Bonus: up to 21% of base salary
* Pension: maximum total contribution of up to 14% (employer and employee)
* Flexible working arrangements welcome
* Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave – enhancements for paternity, neonatal and fertility testing and treatments
* Facilities: subsidised meals, free car parking and other site amenities
* Healthcare Cash Plan: option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing
What You'll Be Doing
* Leading end‑to‑end delivery of HR data and AI projects – from discovery to deployment and adoption
* Translating HR business needs into clear project scope, deliverables and measurable outcomes
* Managing project plans, governance, risks, dependencies and stakeholder engagement
* Coordinating cross‑functional teams including Data Engineers, Analysts and Scientists
* Driving adoption, training and change activity to ensure solutions deliver real business value
* Ensuring compliance with GDPR, data governance standards and national employment legislations
* Supporting continuous improvement of HR data project management and governance practices
What We're Looking For
* Experience leading complex business or HR technology projects
* Exposure to AI use cases in HR, skills intelligence, or HR analytics projects is a huge benefit
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Knowledge of People Analytics, Data Governance, or HR Digital Transformation
* The ability to bridge business needs with technical delivery
* Knowledge of data governance, GDPR and change management principles
* Advanced knowledge of the HR data technology ecosystem: data platforms, BI, analytics, HRIS, payroll, talent management modules, TMS, LMS, LXP, and their data integration points / data flows
* A structured, collaborative and delivery‑focused approach
* Confidence facilitating workshops, governance forums and senior stakeholder discussions
* A passion for innovation, continuous improvement and the potential of AI in HR
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