Bolton
MBDA is accelerating the structure and deployment of HR data & AI initiatives to support business transformation and strategic workforce decisions. Operating in an on‑premise, heavily governed IT environment across four countries (France, UK, Germany, 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. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you:
* Company Bonus: up to 21% of base salary
* Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
* Flexible working: we welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
* Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity leave, neonatal leave, and fertility testing and treatments
* Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
* Healthcare Cash Plan: option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health, and wellbeing
What you'll be doing:
* Lead end‑to‑end delivery of HR data and AI projects — from discovery and planning through to deployment and adoption
* Translate HR business needs into clear project scope, deliverables and measurable outcomes
* Manage project plans, governance, risks, dependencies and stakeholder engagement
* Coordinate cross‑functional teams including Data Engineers, Analysts and Scientists
* Drive adoption, training and change activity to ensure solutions deliver real business value
* Ensure compliance with GDPR, data governance standards and national employment legislation
* Support continuous improvement of HR data project management and governance practices
What we're looking for from you:
* 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
* 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
EEO Statement: We celebrate diversity and encourage everyone to apply. If you need adjustments during recruitment, please let us know.
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