Resource Manager

Great ideas come from different minds. That’s why we bring together engineers, scientists, analysts, and creatives from every background — and give them the trust, tools, and freedom to make a difference. What connects us is the mission: solving meaningful problems and building capability that protects what matters most.

And as the challenges evolve, so do we — working on the technologies that will shape tomorrow, not just today. The Role The Resource Manager is responsible for the effective allocation, and utilisation of our technical resources to meet business objectives. This role ensures the right people with the right skills are deployed to the right projects at the right time, balancing operational demand with workforce capacity and efficiency. This role is critical to ensuring organisational effectiveness by aligning workforce capability with business demand. The Resource Manager plays a central role in enabling successful delivery through strategic planning, strong stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making. Key Responsibilities Resource Planning & Allocation Develop and maintain resource plans aligned to organisational priorities Allocate staff to projects and operational activities based on skills, availability, and business needs Continuously review and adjust allocations to address changing demands Manage conflicts in resource demand and prioritise effectively Workforce Management Monitor workforce capacity, utilisation, and productivity Identify resource gaps, skills shortages, and succession requirements Support recruitment planning in collaboration with HR and hiring managers Maintain accurate records of resource availability, skills, and assignments Stakeholder Engagement Partner with project managers, department heads, and senior leadership to understand resourcing needs Provide advice on workforce planning and resource optimisation Act as the central point of contact for all resourcing queries Team Collaboration Foster a supportive and collaborative Resource Team environment where sharing knowledge and helping colleagues is the norm. Encourage joint problem-solving by supporting resourcing challenges, sharing best practice, and seeking diverse perspectives to deliver strong outcomes. Performance & Reporting Track and report on key resourcing metrics (e.g., utilisation, availability, capacity) Provide insights and recommendations to improve efficiency and delivery Drive consistency in resource planning practices across teams Identify and mitigate risks related to resource constraints and over-allocation Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience in resource management, workforce planning, or operations management Strong organisational and planning skills with attention to detail Ability to analyse data and produce meaningful insights Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience using resource planning tools (e.g., MS Project, resource management software such as ProFinda or Retain, Excel) Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Desirable Experience in National Security or Defence Sector Resourcing Management within Technology organisation or Professional Services consultancy Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile) Experience with workforce analytics or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) Understanding of HR processes including recruitment and talent planning Why You Should Join Us We offer a competitive salary and access to a number of additional flexible benefits, which will cover Health and Wellbeing, Savings and Protection & Life, Leisure and Entertainment. Roke has a great community of groups with shared interests. These enable people to share ideas and be passionate about tools, technologies & techniques, which interest them. We are committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion. Our working environment is friendly, creative and inclusive and support a diverse work-force and those with additional needs. Security Information Due to the nature of this position, candidates must already hold current SC or at least be willing and eligible to obtain this. To qualify, you should have resided in the UK for the last 5 years for SC. The Next Step