At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee nuclear compliance for Sizewell C, ensuring adherence to regulations and safety standards.
- Company: Sizewell C is focused on constructing a low-carbon nuclear power plant in Suffolk.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after five years, plus a 5% annual bonus.
- Other info: This role is based in London with hybrid working and travel to Suffolk as needed.
- Why this job: Join a mission-driven team working on a significant low-carbon energy project in the UK.
- Qualifications: Qualified in Science/Engineering or equivalent experience; strong stakeholder management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Sizewell C's business is to design, finance, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and eventually decommission the nuclear power plant and related infrastructure at Sizewell C in Suffolk. Overall, whilst the Company is in the construction phase, the Boards' principal focus is on the development and construction of Sizewell C on time, on budget and to the highest quality and safety standards. The Company is maturing to meet all these requirements. Sizewell C is economically regulated by OFGEM under the RAB model similar to other UK electricity distribution networks and Thames Tideway. Sizewell C construction strategy is to replicate the design of Hinkley Point C, using the majority of the same supply chain, but innovating in the way it is delivered to achieve savings in time and cost of around 20%. The CCO will need to be guided by and incorporate lessons learned from the Hinkley Point C commercial delivery to achieve Sizewell C's ambition.
Following Financial Completion and Revenue Commencement, Sizewell C is fully funded and is owned by; The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero representing HM Government, La Caisse, Centrica, EDF and Amber Infrastructure.
Location: Based in London on a hybrid basis, with travel to Suffolk as required.
Contract: Permanent, full-time.
Salary: Competitive dependant on experience, plus benefits.
- Annual Leave: 28 days per annum, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service, plus bank holidays.
- Bonus: 5% annual bonus.
- Pension Contributions: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution and 15% employer contribution.
Closing Date: Monday 22nd June 2026.
As the Nuclear Compliance Senior Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of nuclear compliance for the Sizewell C project. You will ensure that the project adheres to all applicable nuclear regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines. This role requires a deep understanding of nuclear regulations, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
About You
- Qualified in a Science/Engineering discipline or can demonstrate equivalent knowledge and understanding through experience.
- Proven experience of stakeholder management.
- Knowledge / awareness of ONR and EA regulatory approach (other regulatory engagement experience is welcome).
- Must be confident in own abilities and be able to deliver in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to identify key internal and external stakeholders and decision makers, to influence continuous improvement across the project.
- Strong planning, time management and communications skills.
- Able to make timely decisions within empowered boundaries.
- Proficient in the use of IT tools (e.g. Office 365).
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse workforce.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of one of the most important low-carbon energy projects in the UK.
- Work in a mission-driven environment that values innovation, integrity, and long-term sustainability.
- Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development.
- Flexible and hybrid working options.
Key Competencies
- Humility: Recognise the value brought from different cultures and experiences. Be open to other's points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise.
- Positivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performance. Identify solutions at the lowest possible level. Encourage tier 1s and others to bring new ideas forward.
- Respect: Value the rules and environment in which we operate. Give and receive feedback with respect. Embrace and engage with new people and ideas.
- Solidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each other. Empowered teams always looking forward. Shared responsibility for delivering the project outcomes.
- Clarity: Communicate clearly and consistently. Promote collaboration and team alignment. Clearer and faster decision making. Drive simplification at all levels.
When joining Sizewell C, you may wonder why you are contacted by colleagues with an EDF email or see the EDF logo on portals that you access and/or documentation you receive; this is because we have partnered with EDF for the provision of a number of support services whilst we complete a successful transition out of the EDF group. At Sizewell C we encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work. It is a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility that we can explore, we are fully committed to local recruitment where possible, and those already holding the right to work in the UK. To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.
Nuclear Compliance Senior Lead employer: Sizewell C
Sizewell C offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including a defined contribution pension scheme. Located in London, the team is dedicated to delivering one of the UK's most important low-carbon energy projects, valuing innovation and sustainability.
