Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel (Compliance) role at Bouygues Travaux Publics. You will be part of the Civil Works Alliance (CWA) bringing together the three leading construction companies to deliver Sizewell C – a 3.2‑GW nuclear power station that will provide low‑carbon electricity to around six million homes for the next 60 years.
About the Role
As Senior Legal Counsel (Compliance), you will offer strategic legal support on all aspects of compliance, contractual, and regulatory matters across every phase of the Sizewell C programme. The role requires deep expertise in compliance and regulatory matters, ideally within high‑value energy or infrastructure projects, and a solid understanding of UK laws and regulations. You will work closely with the CWA’s ESG & Strategy Director, Governance, Human Resources, Finance, Legal teams, and all internal and external stakeholders to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and protect the alliance’s interests.
Responsibilities
* Provide expert legal advice and support on contractual, compliance, and regulatory matters throughout the Sizewell C programme.
* Develop and embed processes, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with the PAA and all relevant UK laws and regulations, including data protection, competition law, export control, modern slavery, anti‑bribery and corruption, CSR, information technology, conflicts of interest, and confidentiality.
* Advise on risk mitigation, manage disputes and litigation, and serve as a key contact for dispute resolution in collaboration with external counsel as required.
* Collaborate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance is aligned with business and project objectives.
* Ensure compliance requirements are effectively cascaded to the supply chain and robustly monitored.
* Oversee the preparation, management, and secure storage of all legal documents and correspondence relating to compliance.
* Monitor changes in UK compliance and regulatory law, keeping the project team and policies up to date.
* Develop and deliver training and guidance to project teams to embed a culture of compliance and risk management.
* Maintain accurate records for audits, dispute resolution, and compliance reviews.
What We Are Looking For
* Qualified UK solicitor with significant experience in compliance and regulatory matters.
* A minimum of 4 years’ post‑qualification experience, either in private practice or as part of an in‑house legal team in the UK’s construction or infrastructure sector.
* Strong track record of embedding compliance frameworks, processes, and documentation into large project environments.
* Deep understanding of the UK regulatory landscape and the ability to manage compliance for high‑value, complex programmes.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and risk management skills.
* Experience with high‑value energy or infrastructure projects is advantageous, but not essential.
Application
Join the CWA and play a vital role in protecting the integrity and success of a landmark project. If you’re ready to lead on compliance for a programme that will shape the UK’s future, we encourage you to apply. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bouygues Travaux Publics by 2x.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Associate
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Legal
* Industries: Construction
* Location: Ipswich, England, United Kingdom
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