Business Engagement Lead

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

Embark on a rewarding journey with us as a Business Engagement Lead, based in our new digital shipyard in Adelaide, South Australia. Under the strategic vision of the Strategy & Architecture Manager, you'll work with business executives to understand their strategic ambitions and capability requirements.

We're on the hunt for an engaging relationship builder who thrives on moulding strategy into action, and achieving measurable triumphs. This is a part-time role at BAE Systems Maritime, where flexibility isn't just welcomed; it's woven into the fabric of how we operate.

Reporting to the Manager of Strategy & Architecture - Maritime, this role requires a proactive leader with a strong track record in guiding teams through complex projects, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. If you are driven by the challenge of translating strategic needs into actionable business and functional requirements with measurable results (and are seriously considering a part-time role), we invite you to apply. 

Dive into a role where building enduring relationships isn't just a facet of your job—it's the heartbeat of everything you do, driving forward with a blend of leadership, empathy, and strategic acumen.

More specifically, you will

• Forge and fortify alliances with the capability owners of the business to understand their strategic missions and capability needs.
• Be the voice that bridges worlds, translating tech-speak into strategic outcomes for our clients.
• Discover where to add real business value, driving a gold standard of outcomes delivery.
• Act as a primary liaison between the business and the IM&T Function, ensuring effective communication and understanding of expectations.
• Command the spotlight, presenting tales of progress, challenges bested, and victories won to an audience of senior stakeholders.

About YOU

• Proven ability to establish and nurture strong, productive relationships with high-level business executives, demonstrating an exceptional understanding of strategic business needs and how to align them with technological solutions.
• Be adept at translating complex technical concepts into clear, strategic advantages for non-technical stakeholders, ensuring mutual understanding and alignment with business objectives.
• Be able to identify and shape on opportunities to add significant business value.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage, inform, and influence senior stakeholders through compelling narratives about progress, challenges, and successes.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to foresee potential challenges and devise effective solutions.
• Flexible, adaptive, and resilient demeanour that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment that embraces and leverages the benefits of diverse perspectives and flexible working arrangements.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances.