Job Description

If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.
AWE is currently recruiting a People Capability Specialist to support key stakeholders by understanding their data requirements, extracting workforce capability reports and manipulating data to support business activities, in support of current and future programme requirements.
Please note, this is a 10-month fixed term contract.
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. The plan is to relocate to Green Park, Reading at the end of 2025.
Package: 37,300 - 45,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience).
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Let us introduce the role
As the People Capability Specialist, you will support people software platform development and integration as well as providing support across the business to proactively capture and record operational workforce capability and competency data ensuring that we meet business requirements.
Some of the Key Responsibilities:Providing technical support to the business in using the software for people data management requirements, Support business utilisation and adoption of people management platforms and software applications, Interrogate data and analyse trends, using the information to identify issues and opportunities for improvement, Test, audit and check system data, Work with a variety of business teams to identify, capture and monitor workforce data and supporting content change requirements, Support company policy, working with business teams to help them manage their people data, delivering pragmatic solutions, standardised processes, and guidance, Provide reporting metrics and information as required by the business, and other stakeholders.

Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate would be able to work confidently with data and IT platforms generating reports, metrics as well as testing and auditing data requirements. Previous experience using people management platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics, Saba, Workday, SAP, etc, would be beneficial but not essential.
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:Strong analytical capabilities and knowledge of the use of metrics, Working with standard and bespoke office applications and toolsets including shared information platforms, spreadsheets, and presentation applications (PowerBI, Excel), Experience of operational people processes, problem solving and decision making, Good communication skills and confidence in working with and influencing colleagues within the business, Good standard of general education, with proven literacy and numeracy.

Some reasons we think you'll love it here:
AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically, 2 days on-site per week.
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Next steps:
Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application.
Important things you need to know:We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes. You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.
Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.