We’re a large scale systems integration company, committed to delivering trusted solutions that help to safeguard Australia. With over 20 years’ local experience and the backing of a 32,000 global network, we currently number 1,000 employees mainly in Canberra and Melbourne. We’re growing fast and are building a business that is focused and fit for the future. Change and innovation are central to the way we work, and we thrive when developing unique, practical solutions to seriously complex challenges.

Your New Role 

Join a close-knit and fun team, working in a fast paced and exciting environment. If you are still deciding on your career path, this could be the perfect transitional role - giving you experience in Project Coordinator and Proposals/Pre-Sales, you'll open up a range of career options long term. 

This position will coordinate and support the Project Services (PS) Proposal Team from Proposal Iinitiation into the Delivery Phase and serve as liaison between Proposal & Operations Manager, Delivery Program Managers, CP Program Finance, CP Contracts and Business Operations (F&BO). This position is integral to the ongoing success of the Proposal PS Proposal Team - you're the glue that holds the team together. 

A typical day could involve: 

• Coordinating the delivery of Proposal Documents and all related team reporting; 
• Working with the Proposal and Business Operations Manager to understand and manage team priorities and project deliverables;
• Arranging meetings and events;
• Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders who work closely with this team including Project Managers, Engineers, Solution Architects and other peers within your team; 
• Taking meeting minutes and coordinating action items as required;
• Using commercial software packages to compile and generate reports and presentations. 

What will you get out of this opportunity? 

This is a great foundational role in a corporate and supportive setting. Whether you wish to develop your career in the Project Management pathway or go into a fast paced Pre-Sales career path or even Corporate Office Support, this role will open many doors for you internally and externally. Leidos fosters a culture of Learning and Development, so your professional development and studies will be well taken care of. 

About you and what you'll bring

You are a motivated and proactive Coordinator with a background in a defence environment, with an active NV1 clearance. You may have experience in Corporate administration, Project Coordination or Proposal Coordination or a related position. You excel in creating strong relationships with your peers and your customers (internal or external customers) and you thrive in a busy environment, when juggling a range of priorities. You have strong Microsoft skills, ideally some Sharepoint experience and are comfortable preparing reports and presentations. You are professional, mature, articulate and gain immense satisafaction in knowing you've made someones day due to your efficiency and effectiveness.  

This role does require the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen and ideally hold an NV1 or NV2 security clearance, or ability to obtain. 

What you'll love about Leidos 

At Leidos you’ll enjoy 12 weeks’ paid parental leave as a primary carer, flexible work practices, discounted health insurance, novated leasing and more. Foster your career through complete access to learning and development and mentoring opportunities, we have a strong track record of internal promotion and career transitions. Join a company who acknowledges “People First”.