Portfolio Support Officer

Job Description:

Your Impact

We have an exciting opportunity for a Portfolio Support Officer within our Future Combat Air (FCA) team. This role covers all process coordination aspects for the Portfolio Office (FPO) across both Sectors and you will be the focal point for all routine compliance matters, supporting multiple programme areas. We are looking for a well organised strong communicator to work in a highly collaborative environment.

What

you’ll do as a Portfolio Support Officer:

Provide support to the Portfolio Office in providing and managing key compliance procures and processing applications including monitoring and controlling the compliance to Security processes

Support day-to-day coordination and administration of programme activities.

Manage and maintain weekly data collection processes, ensuring information is gathered from all required stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner.

Consolidate, validate, and distribute programme reporting data to support decision-making and governance activities.

Monitor compliance with established programme processes and procedures, identifying areas where corrective actions may be required.

Track and follow up on outstanding actions, issues, dependencies, and information requests across the programme.

Maintain programme records, logs, trackers, and supporting documentation in line with governance requirements.

Support the preparation of reports, dashboards, and briefing materials for programme reviews and management meetings.

Assist in identifying process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and reporting quality.

Work collaboratively with project teams, functional leads, and management to ensure programme information remains current and reliable.

What You'll Bring

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across different countries, cultures and organisational levels.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working under pressure and delivering to short and challenging timescales.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently and with limited instruction when required.
• A strong understanding of, and commitment to, confidentiality and information security.
• The ability to quickly understand and navigate business and functional processes.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the flexibility to respond positively to changing priorities and short-notice requirements

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit:

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial…