Competitive Intelligence Analyst in Ampthill

Competitor Intelligence Analyst

Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Great salary, BUPA, Hybrid Working, 4 Day Work Week

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers.

It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers.

We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

The role:

Join our dynamic team as a Competitor Intelligence Analyst in Ampthill, Bedfordshire.

Benefit from our innovative 4xFlex working pattern, enjoying a 4-day work week from Monday to Thursday, and our hybrid working model, with typically 2 days onsite per week.

This pivotal role offers an excellent opportunity for career growth within business development.

As a Competitor Intelligence Analyst, you will be nurtured and developed from a foundation of strong analytical and interpersonal skills into an integral member of our close-knit Business Development team.

The successful candidate must achieve the appropriate level (SC) of security clearance

What will I be doing?

• Manage and execute Competitive Intelligence requests
• Attend relevant exhibitions and conferences
• Collaborate with Business Development leads and project teams to maintain communication and understanding of competitors and customers
• Manage the Positioning To Win (PTW) process within captures
• Lead, coordinate, and facilitate all Colour Team Reviews and Capture Workshops
• Provide market analysis to support broader business projects
• Support strategy development
• Offer guidance to capture teams on implementing CPS-009
• Advocate for the importance of PTW and CI within Lockheed Martin UK
• Travel within the UK and overseas as required

What skills do I need?

• Experience as an Intelligence Analyst or in a similar analytical role ideally within defence or UK Ministry Of Defence environment
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and articulate strategic fit
• Demonstrated capability in early capture and delivering output – shaping opportunities and influencing requirements for early positioning to win
• Adaptable, flexible, and dynamic approach
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency with presentation tools
• Commercial business acumen with expertise in data manipulation and analysis
• Results and output-focused
• Innovative thinker with the ability to offer constructive challenges
• Appropriate gravitas with internal and external stakeholders
• Keen attention to detail in multi-media communications and project process milestones

What We Offer:

• Meaningful work that allows you to grow your skills and enhance your career
• Comprehensive training and development programs
• Education assistance for ongoing career development
• Opportunities to advance within the wider Lockheed Martin Corporation in various career paths.

Why Join Us?

If you're eager to join a team that delivers programs of national importance, now is the perfect time to apply.

We might not know what's going to change the world next, but chances are we're already working on it, and you can be part of that story too.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence.

By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate different and better, creating cutting edge solutions and unparalleled customer value.

We know that diversity of thought leads to better solutions for our customers.

Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we’d love to hear how you might contribute to our mission and our team and would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the criteria set out in our job advert.

In addition, we are committed to inclusion of all individuals and will make reasonable adjustments to our applications process.

If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 023 92 458 000.