Job Description

Administration
Gloucester

About the Role

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) are looking to recruit a

Business Administration Apprentice

and give that individual a solid grounding in Office, Facility and Security Management at the start of their career.



The position will be within the existing Programme Support Team. The role is varied, and will give broad experience of the office environment including Office & Facilities Management, general administrative tasks and secretarial support. The work location will be based in the Gloucester / Cheltenham area.



Within this this role, candidates will support and engage different parts of the organisation, as well as interact with internal and external customers. Business Administrators focus on adding value to an organisation by supporting functional areas, working across teams and resolving issues as requested. The apprentice can acquire a broader set of skills as a result of both flexibility and additional responsibilities.



They should demonstrate a positive attitude in executing responsibilities efficiently and with integrity. A key aspect of the role is demonstrating strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and taking a proactive approach to skills development. The

Business Administration Apprentice

is also expected to demonstrate initiative, time / priority management, problem solving skills and decision-making, as well as the potential to manage others through mentoring or coaching.



This post entails the following duties and responsibilities:Performing day-to-day administrative tasks to include but not limited to: organising meetings, minute/action recording, photocopying, and material destruction. Liaison with facilities suppliers to arrange site maintenance visits. Coordinating and escorting site visits as appropriate. Managing electronic and hard copy file systems relating to facilities and EESH requirements. Data entry and report collation. Communicating and providing information to supervisors and co-workers, to people outside of the Programme and representing the organisation to customers verbally (in person and by telephone) and in writing. Occasional Front of House duties. Provide cover as required and directed by the Office Manager or Programme Support Manager.

At Lockheed Martin UK, our

Early Careers

roles provide a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology and innovation while advancing your own career. As a proud

Gold Member of The 5% Club

, an exclusive group of UK employers dedicated to investing in apprentices and graduates and named in The

JobCrowd's top companies for graduates and apprentices

in Engineering, Manufacturing, and Management, we're renowned for our commitment to developing emerging talent.



Whether your passion lies in engineering, cyber security, project management, or business operations, you'll be working on groundbreaking projects that have a real-world impact. Supported by mentorship from industry experts, continuous development programmes, and a clear path for growth, you'll be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of what's possible, helping to create a safer, more connected world.



Discover more at Lockheed Martin UK Early Careers

Required skills, qualifications and experience

Qualifications required:



This is an A Level equivalent qualification. To enter a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship, you typically need a minimum of five GCSEs with grades 9 to 4 (Ato C), including English and Maths.


Required Skills:Be organised and methodical, able to work under pressure with a common sense "can do" attitude. A desire to pursue a career in Business Administration, Facility or Security Management. Organised, able to plan and prioritise tasks with good communication skills. Be able to work independently; effectively prioritise their tasks, remain pro-active and flexible. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Ability to accurately and efficiently enter data from disparate sources. Good Interpersonal skills including the ability to negotiate to fair and reasonable conclusions. Discreet in the handling of personal or sensitive information. Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain these over time. Sound communication (oral and written) skills; the ability to listen effectively, react appropriately to feedback and construct an effective working environment. Must possess the highest personal standards and integrity at all times. Confident self starter capable of handling a myriad of enquires/problems. Demonstrate good time management. Ability and willingness to attain and maintain a high level security clearance.

Desired Skills:Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms and other office procedures and terminology. Experience of Atlassian suite of tools (Confluence, Jira). Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demands. Willingness to take on new challenges. First Aid Training.

Job Reference Number

16858BR

Employee Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Working Schedule

Standard Hours

Country

United Kingdom (UK)

Clearance Required for Role

DV

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

Yes

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.



We are an employer in support of and offering

Flexible working

with the option to also work a

4 day week

depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.



We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:

Private Medical Insurance Competitive Pension Dental Critical Illness Life Assurance Travel Insurance Employee discounts for top high street shops Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes Reimbursement for a professional membership Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world's leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate different and better, creating cutting edge solutions and unparalleled customer value.


We know that diversity of thought leads to better solutions for our customers. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we'd love to hear how you might contribute to our mission and our team and would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the criteria set out in our job advert. In addition, we are committed to inclusion of all individuals and will make reasonable adjustments to our applications process. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment.lmuk@global.lmco.com or call 023 92 458 000.

Job Expires

08/05/2026