Support Officer

Description:

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking an Army Business Management Support Officer to provide financial, administrative, and security management support to the London-based Army International Engagement team. This role involves working closely with military and civilian colleagues, planning and delivering both domestic and overseas engagements, supporting senior leadership, and managing administrative and logistical tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative, IT, and information management support.

• Manage the Army International Engagement team’s Forecast of Events.

• Organize and run UK-based international events, including bookings, hospitality, and travel.

• Assist with onboarding of new personnel.

• Plan and coordinate overseas engagements, including travel and accommodation.

• Liaise with other MOD departments and external agencies to ensure smooth operations.

• Prepare, scrutinize, and record Business Cases.

• Gather Forecast of Outturn returns to support the Annual Budget Cycle.

• Act as Assistant Branch Security Officer ensuring compliance with Main Building security policies.

• Deputize for the Business Support Manager (London) as required.

Person Specification:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a variety of stakeholders.

• Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work effectively under tight deadlines.

• Proficiency in Microsoft O365 applications including Outlook, OneNote, Teams, Word, and Excel.

• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain professional relationships.

• Desirable: Experience writing and managing Business Cases; prior experience in Defence/Army settings.

Behaviours Assessed:

• Communicating and Influencing

• Delivering at Pace

• Managing a Quality Service

• Working Together

Benefits:

• Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension contribution

• 25–30 days paid annual leave

• Learning and development opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements (subject to requirements)

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Enhanced parental and adoption leave

• Volunteering leave

Eligibility & Security:

• UK nationals and certain international nationals eligible under UK work regulations.

• Must undergo criminal record and security checks (baseline or security check level).

• No visa sponsorship provided.