Resource Capability and KIM Profession Specialist

Resource Capability and KIM Profession Specialist

Location:RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: from £48,250 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight.

Let us introduce the role

AWE is currently recruiting for a Resource Capability and KIM Profession Specialist for the Information, Configuration & Knowledge Management group.

We are looking for an information specialist who understands the importance of strategically organising, securing and leveraging information to drive decision making, efficiency and innovation in an increasingly complex technological landscape. The role will also focus on supporting KIM Head of Profession activities, so a genuine passion for the Profession and the importance in inspiring others is important. This will include education and training tasks specifically, in line with skill gap analysis and development of learning pathways. A key aspect of the role will be to help build a competent workforce through career development and talent management.

Key Accountabilities:

• Strategic assistance - Provide operational and strategic support to the KIM Head of Profession in developing and delivering strategy, policies and frameworks
• Stakeholder Engagement - Act as a liaison between the Head of Profession and other teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration
• Performance Monitoring - Develop, track and report on progress against KIM objectives, providing insights and recommendations to support decision making
• Resource Planning - Assist in assessing and optimising the organisation's resource capability to support KIM initiatives
• Skills Development - Champion the development of KIM capabilities across the organisation, bringing a passion for professional growth, identifying skills gaps and recommending training or upskilling opportunities
• Cultural Change - Be a vocal advocate for fostering a culture that values knowledge sharing, collaboration and continuous learning
• Representation - Represent the KIM Head of Profession with pride and professionalism, sharing your passion for advancing the field and demonstrating its impact on organisational success

• The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs.

Who are we looking for?

We do need you to have the following:

• Knowledge & Experience of industry best practice in professions and academia
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of different training interventions including technology-based learning

You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.

Some reasons we think you'll love it here:

AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
• Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2/3 days onsite per week.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Next steps:

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

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