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Managing Legal Counsel

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London WT EZ United Kingdom EDF Energy Full time

Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.


Location:  London, with occasional site/ supplier visits (hybrid working.)


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 18th July.  


Are you a seasoned legal professional with a passion for infrastructure projects? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your expertise can make a tangible impact? Join us at Sizewell C as our Managing Legal Counsel and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of the UK's most significant energy projects.


About Us


Sizewell C represents a transformative leap towards sustainable energy production in the UK. Once built, this nuclear power station located in Suffolk will 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.


At Sizewell C, our legal team is the backbone of our commitment to compliance and regulatory excellence. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture where every team member is aligned with our mission to provide precise and timely legal guidance. This empowers our stakeholders to make informed, commercially viable decisions that drive our project forward while ensuring strict adherence to legal standards.


Your Role


As the Managing Legal Counsel, you will be a crucial member of the Sizewell C legal team, supporting the Legal Director, Head of Legal, and Senior Legal Counsel in shaping our legal strategy and nurturing team development. You will directly manage legal counsel within our team, working closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure the timely, efficient, and compliant delivery of the Project.

 

Key Responsibilities


In this role, you'll:

 

 

 

  • Provide expert legal advice on complex and high-value matters, particularly related to construction and supply chain contracts.
  • Lead the management of intricate, high-risk legal issues, developing strategic solutions that align with business goals.
  • Ensure compliance with financing, investment requirements, regulatory standards, and ESG commitments in all contracts.
  • Draft, negotiate, and manage key contracts, proactively identifying and resolving potential disputes.
  • Continuously improve legal systems, policies, and procedures through best practices.
  • Stay abreast of legislative changes and ensure the legal team and business units are informed and compliant.
  • Collaborate with various business departments, providing legal support for day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.

 


Leadership Responsibilities:

 

 

 

  • Manage and mentor a team of lawyers, paralegals, interns, and trainees, fostering their professional growth and engagement.
  • Support senior legal management in anticipating capacity needs and workflow challenges.
  • Oversee the legal team budget, manage relationships with external law firms, and ensure effective budget management.
  • Serve as a senior point of reference for business stakeholders, keeping senior legal counsel informed on key matters.
  • Continuously enhance the processes and systems that define the operations of the Sizewell C legal team.

Qualifications and Experience


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).
  • Proven experience in line management and a proactive, business-focused service approach.
  • In-house legal experience and experience with infrastructure projects are highly desirable.
  • Fluency in English, strong commercial acumen, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?


At Sizewell C, you will be part of a transformative project that is setting new standards in the nuclear energy sector. You will work with a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence and innovation. We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.


If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference, apply now.


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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.