Leonardo
Project Management-IC
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Job Description
Salary: £50k to £60k
Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
Your Impact
The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) is rapidly growing and is going through a phase of mobilisation against a new international operating model. These ways of working and growth of the project require additional management activity of the Integrated Sensing and Non-Kinetic Effects (ISANKE) product.
This role is for the management of a medium-sized project which sits within and as part of a larger parent project. The Project Manager will own their budget and schedule, and be responsible for delivering against it and conducting typical project management activities such as monthly reporting and maintenance of key management artefacts. In addition, this role will include responsibility for managing key stakeholder networks within Leonardo UK and within the wider international enterprise, including stakeholders at our partners in Italy and Japan.
As a result, the project management methods are unique to the project and present an exciting opportunity to apply traditional project management principles to a unique and demanding multi-national environment.
What You'll Bring
- Have a detailed understanding of GCAP, the G2E domain would be beneficial
- Demonstrated ability to establish and build relationships internationally.
- Recognised and demonstrated ability in their respective function along with a sound understanding of the other programme functions. Typically from the Capability, Engineering or Programme functions.
- Ability to exercise appropriate initiative and operate with a high degree of autonomy
- Demonstrable strong leadership, management and inter-personal skills.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: strong abilities in data analysis, issue resolution, and cross-functional collaboration
- Leadership ability to inspire and influence the Parties (Consortium Manager/Partner references) at all levels
- Intercultural communication essential for working in a multicultural environment, promoting dialogue and understanding between different cultures
- Empathy and active listening ability to create a positive and inclusive work environment
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This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting.
Why Join Us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
- Secure Your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
- Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a Friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
- Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
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Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.
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Primary Location
GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300
Contract Type
Permanent
Hybrid Working
Hybrid
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