Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.

Location: Sizewell C, Suffolk (hybrid working arrangements).

Employment type: Permanent full-time/ part-time.

Employment basis: The role is expected to be a full- time position however we are open to discussing a more flexible or part- time approach where possible.

Salary: Competitive dependent on experience, plus bonus and other benefits. 

Closing date: Thursday 4th July. 

Are you ready to be a key player in one of the most exciting and significant infrastructure projects in the UK? We're on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced lawyer to join our team at Sizewell C (SZC) as a Legal Counsel for our Civils Programme, responsible for supporting the delivery of our site operation arrangements from a legal perspective.

About Sizewell C

Sizewell C represents a transformative leap towards sustainable energy production in the UK. Located in Suffolk, this nuclear power station is designed to generate enough low carbon electricity to supply over six million homes annually. By reducing carbon emissions by approximately nine million tonnes per year compared to traditional gas-fired plants, Sizewell C stands as a beacon of environmental responsibility and technological advancement.

As well as the power station itself, the project includes the delivery of a significant amount of associated development including roads, railway, and a 2,400-bed accommodation campus. The 9-to-12-year build programme has recently begun on site with substantial work in procurement and delivery.  

What You'll Do

Provide Expert Legal Advice: Embedded with the site- based construction teams, you’ll deliver pragmatic, solutions-focused legal guidance on supply chain contracts, contract management, regulatory matters, governance, and compliance requirements.

Manage Complex Matters: Tackle high-value, high-risk issues, developing strategic solutions and contemplating business risks.

Contract Management: Draft, negotiate, and manage contracts, identifying solutions and resolving issues efficiently.

Drive Improvements: Enhance systems, policies, and procedures through insight and best practices.

Dispute Resolution: Proactively manage potential disputes or claims, providing strategic advice and leading formal dispute resolutions when necessary.

External Law Firms: Manage appointments and instructions of external law firms, ensuring value and efficiency.

Legislative Awareness: Keep abreast of legislative changes, ensuring compliance and supporting stakeholders with implementation.

Stakeholder Relations: Serve as a reference point for stakeholders, maintaining communication on key matters and challenges.

Leadership: Deputise for senior members of the SZC Legal Team, building and maintaining valuable relationships with external law firms.

Who You Are

To succeed in this role, you will need:

Admission as a solicitor in England & Wales or an equivalent common law jurisdiction.

Extensive post-qualification experience, ideally with a strong background in construction supply chain contracts (NEC and FIDIC).

Your legal expertise is matched by your ability to navigate high-value, high-risk matters with strategic insight. 

You thrive in dynamic environments, capable of driving improvements and managing intricate legal challenges. 

Your excellent communication skills and ability to build strong stakeholder relationships set you apart.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us at SZC and be part of a team that's not just building a power station, but shaping the future of clean energy in the UK. Apply now to become a Legal Counsel in one of the most ambitious and transformative projects of our time.

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Power in Diversity

Sizewell C is a great place to work, where everyone is welcome.

To fulfil our commitment of doing the power of good for Britain, our ambition is to have a workforce which reflects and benefits the society we are part of and serve.  Every worker on SZC, wherever they are, should help to create and experience the right environment where everyone on the team understands, respects and embraces diversity with a culture where everyone is treated with equal respect and are all given equal access to opportunities.  By valuing the different points of view and experiences that having a diverse team brings, and by fostering an inclusive climate, we will create a great place to work and a more successful project. 

We create the right environment where people feel able to bring their whole selves to work. Whilst working together there is mutual trust and appreciation created through the building of meaningful relationships with one another, aligned with our key values:

Respect: Value the rules and environment in which we operate
Positivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performance
Humility: Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise
Solidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each other
Clarity: Communicate clearly and consistently

Everyone is able to get the most from their work and the workplace, and in return, give their best.

Competitive Salary and Benefits

We’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. 

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.

Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.