Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Job title: Business Transformation Programme Manager

Location: Glasgow - (hybrid working arrangement – 3 days per week on site)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Business Transformation Programme Manager to join our Optronics and Missile Electronics (OME) UK team in Glasgow.

Core Benefits:

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

Performance-related bonus

Cash car allowance

Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00pm

28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata)

24 hours volunteering paid for

Private healthcare (grade dependent)

Pension scheme

Life cover

24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers

Gym membership discounts

Key responsibilities:

The principal purpose of the role is to lead the implementation of Project to Product (P2P) transformation initiative across the organisation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition from traditional project management methodologies to a more, product-based approach in a manufacturing environment. Other responsibilities include:

Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful execution of the transformation strategy.

Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote Agile methodologies and product management practices within teams.

Analyse existing processes and identify areas for improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in product delivery.

Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the progress and success of transformation initiatives. Risk management and mitigations to maintain budgeted programme performance

About you:

Proven experience in project management and/or business transformation, preferably in the Defence and Manufacturing industry.

Strong understanding of Project to Product (P2P) frameworks and Agile methodologies.

Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale business process transformation projects.

Security Clearance statement:

Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. If approved by the MOD, a dual national from a Non-ITAR country may be considered. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

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In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

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