Job Details HR Manager - Equality, Diversity & Inclusion R20798

Dynamic (hybrid) working: We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Typically for this role you will work 2-3 days per week on-site.
The opportunity:

MBDA is a global business with sites across Europe and the UK and customers across the world, and as we grow, we need experienced people to help us deliver effective and innovative solutions.

We have a small but passionate team leading in the development of a strategic Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) approach across MBDA Group, working closely with colleagues and senior stakeholders in France, Germany and Italy, and delivering our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda in the UK.

This is a varied and exciting role that will include:

Supporting the Group Head of ED&I in the development and delivery of strategic international ED&I initiatives, such as:

• International employee development programmes, international networking and events with a focus on an inclusive culture and environment, gender balance and disability inclusion


• Tools and resources that reflect our common commitment to inclusion and MBDA's Values and Behaviours, but that are also sensitive to the local needs of our individual nations.


• Creating high quality internal and external Group-wide communications materials.


• Building an international community of ED&I ambassadors and role models who can inspire others and are empowered to drive change.


• Knowledge sharing, playing an active role in building ED&I capability within the ED&I team and the wider business.


• Identifying, engaging and utilising suitable expert providers, speakers and networks to provide expertise and effectively engage an international audience.


• Relevant European/international external benchmarking and research into best practices that can be applied at MBDA


• Supporting ED&I alignment to Group ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) strategy and providing inputs to regular reporting.


• Measuring inclusion and tracking progress


Leading strategic activities and projects for UK ED&I topics, such as:

• Development and delivery of employee guidance and learning resources.


• Partnering with UK HR teams to integrate ED&I into people cycle, processes and policy.


• Partnering with UK employee networks.


• Building external partnerships and relationships and playing an active role in external networks.


• Representing ED&I at internal and external events., We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity 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. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements., Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays., We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policies allow individuals great levels of flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Depending on your role and function, this may include options for paid overtime, dynamic leave (time in lieu) and more.

We're looking for an HR/ ED&I Manager with proven experience of leading and delivering UK and international ED&I programmes or projects, who is able to bring expertise and passion to this strategic and varied role.

• Demonstrable experience of leading and delivering ED&I programmes or initiatives: ideally in both UK and international environments.


• Positive relationship building and influencing skills: especially in an international / European context.


• Project management: able to deliver effective, strategic solutions, often in collaboration with other teams in HR and across the business.


• Strategic decision-making: able to apply expertise, data insights, benchmarking and research to sophisticated situations and challenges, making legally, contextually and commercially good judgements.


• Delivery focus: experience of crafting and delivering initiatives, tools, resources and communications that achieve robust and tangible outcomes.


• Emotional intelligence and integrity: able to manage sensitive situations constructively and professionally.


• A continuous improvement approach: seeking and taking opportunities to improve or simplify what's in place.
  
  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're proud to be a nationally recognised employer at MBDA. We have received a range of employer awards including Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022; Gold awards from Investors in People, the 5% Club, and Armed Forces Covenant. We are also currently ranked #1 in the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league table, as well as #1 for Manufacturing.
  
  Bonus of up to 21% of base salary


• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%


• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)


• Our enhanced parental leave offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.


• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking (and gym on site at Stevenage)


• Excellent career progression and development opportunities, This increases to 26 days after 10 years of service and 27 days after 30 years. You can enjoy more time off by purchasing up to an additional five days holiday through payroll., We recognise that having or adopting a child is a significant life event for our employees and as a family friendly employer we offer a range of enhanced family leave provisions to support employees before, during and after a period of leave.


Our enhanced parental leave offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.

We also offer 2 weeks enhanced pay for paternity leave, and neonatal care leave for up to 12 weeks where a period of extended hospital care is required after birth. Employees also have access to support whilst undergoing fertility testing and treatments.

Discounts and Vouchers

Discounts and Vouchers

We offer a choice of two dining and lifestyle cards so you can save money at restaurants, cinema, days out and more as a member. You will have access to hundreds of discounts and rewards on a wide range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment options.

Our rewards portal also offers access to a range of cashback benefits and discounted purchases with partner retailers.

Gym Memberships

Gym Memberships

Keep fit for less with our on-site gym located at Stevenage, without breaking the bank.

We also offer discounted fees at over 3,500 gyms nationwide, with memberships paid via payroll.

Pension Scheme

Pension Scheme

Our MBDA Retirement Savings Plan is a 'Defined Contribution' plan in the Mercer Master Trust, administered by Scottish Widows.

The standard contributions are 4% of an employee's base salary and 6% employer contributions. You can increase both employee and employer contributions by up to 2%., We know money matters in life, so we want to make sure our employees are both paid what they deserve, and also have access to resources that can help them plan for the future.

Through selected partnerships, we offer a range of free seminars, held throughout the year, to help you make good financial decisions for now and the future.

Extracurricular Learning Budget

Extracurricular Learning Budget

You can receive up to £150 towards the cost of approved courses each year including group language lessons.

Health and Dental Insurance

Health and Dental Insurance

Cover you and your family with the option to select our six levels of dental cover. You can choose to visit NHS or private dentists and the cost is deducted through payroll.

We've teamed up with AXA PPP to offer a selection of private healthcare plans, deductible from your net pay, for you and your family., Development of our people is of vital importance to us at MBDA, which is why we ensure everyone has access to the teams, tools and resources needed to achieve their goals. This includes our dedicated in-house Learning & Development team, our Apprenticeship programmes, a variety of online learning platforms, and much more.

We encourage new learning and will provide up to £150 in financial support per year if you wish to participate in further study in your own time.

If you lead a team, or hope to do so in the future, we offer a range of management training opportunities, with paths designed for people of all experience levels.

Dynamic Working

We want our people to work when and where they feel they can be most effective. For most of our employees, we have a flexi-time scheme that allows you to choose, within certain parameters, when you start and finish each day and how you can use time you have accrued.

For roles that do not have to be based on one of our sites full-time, you will have opportunities to work from home as part of your agreed Dynamic Working arrangement.

If you have worked the time, you are also able to accrue and take up to 15 days of Flexi-leave per annum, in addition to the 25 days of annual leave provided and bank holidays.

Security Clearance

All employees at MBDA are required to hold UK Security or BPSS Clearance.