Job Description

Administration
Ampthill - Bedfordshire

About the Role

Salary

: 30,000 - 37,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Working Pattern

: 37.5 hours per week | 4 day working week Monday to Thursday | Hybrid (Mon-Tue onsite)

Location

: Ampthill, Bedfordshire


Join Lockheed Martin at our state-of-the-art production facility in Ampthill. We're seeking a skilled and proactive

Personal Assistant

to provide first-class executive and administrative support to a senior Lead and the wider business team.


This is a hands-on, varied role where no two days are the same -- perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being at the heart of operations.

What You'll Do

You'll play a key role in ensuring smooth business operations by:

Providing high-level PA support

- managing diaries, travel, and expenses for the Lead and wider team.

Coordinating operations

- managing meeting schedules and maintaining the team's "business rhythm."

Supporting onboarding

- ensuring new starters have everything they need to hit the ground running.

Managing resources

- maintaining SharePoint sites, distribution lists, and office supplies.

Handling visitor and security processes

- including site access, badges, and room bookings.

Driving engagement

- supporting recognition initiatives, internal communications, and events

Why Join Us?

4-day working week (Mon-Thu)

- enjoy a better work-life balance.

Hybrid model

- typically 2 days on-site, 2 days from home. Competitive salary,

bonus scheme

, and a comprehensive benefits package. A supportive, collaborative culture within one of the UK's most advanced engineering environments.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today and help us keep our operations running at peak performance.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

Proven experience as a

Personal Assistant

or in a similar executive support role.

Exceptional communication skills

, both written and verbal, with confidence liaising across all levels. Strong

Microsoft Office skills

(Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with SAP, SharePoint, or Concur is a plus. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to

juggle multiple priorities

effectively. A proactive, can-do attitude with a passion for making things happen.

Job Reference Number

17832BR

Employee Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Working Schedule

4xFlex

Country

United Kingdom (UK)

Clearance Required for Role

SC

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

No

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 (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com.

Job Expires

06/11/2025