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Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.
At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world safer, more secure and more inclusive. We are seeking an experienced and visionary UWS UK Head of Training to provide strategic leadership across our training portfolio, shaping the future of training services within our Underwater Systems (UWS) business.
This is a unique opportunity to define strategy, drive business growth and lead the successful delivery of complex maritime training programmes supporting Mine Warfare, Anti-Submarine Warfare and wider Defence Services sectors.
Location: Templecombe or Cheadle
As UWS UK Head of Training, you will provide overall strategic direction, leadership and accountability for a growing portfolio of Training Services and related projects. Initially, you will focus on defining the UK training strategy, aligning existing training offers and delivery teams, and consolidating these into a cohesive portfolio.
As the function matures, you will lead an expanding portfolio of work, overseeing bid and project teams and working closely with sales and marketing functions to drive growth and customer success.
You will play a critical role in ensuring programmes are delivered on time, to budget and to the highest quality standards while developing strong customer relationships and fostering a collaborative One Thales culture.
What You'll Be Doing
You will:
About You
We're looking for a strategic leader with extensive programme management and maritime sector experience who can inspire teams and deliver results in complex environments.
You'll bring:
Why Join Thales
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
Security Clearance
This position requires Security Clearance (SC).
Holding current SC clearance would be advantageous; however, applicants who do not currently hold clearance will be required to undergo and successfully maintain SC clearance as part of their employment.
To be eligible for full SC clearance, applicants will generally need to have resided in the UK for the last five years. In certain circumstances, a minimum of three years' UK residency within the last five years may be accepted, subject to additional overseas checks.
For further information, please visit the UK Security Vetting website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/united-kingdom-security-vetting
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At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.
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