Role Summary
Senior Manager – Chemistry responsible for senior technical and programme leadership for SMR power station chemistry, owning delivery, governance and regulatory substantiation while developing team capability and ensuring alignment to E3S objectives.
Responsibilities
* Lead the chemistry design and analysis programme across the SMR lifecycle.
* Own chemistry inputs to the E3S case and regulatory submissions.
* Provide technical assurance, governance and approval of outputs.
* Lead and develop a multidisciplinary chemistry team.
* Manage key suppliers and research partners.
* Represent the business with regulators and industry bodies.
Qualifications
* Degree‑level qualification in chemistry or a relevant discipline.
* Chartered status through an appropriate professional body or actively working toward it.
* Significant experience leading and delivering complex technical or engineering programmes within the nuclear industry or a similarly highly regulated environment.
* Deep expertise in pressurised water reactor chemistry, chemistry control regimes and degradation mechanisms across the power station lifecycle.
* Strong understanding and application of Environmental, Safety, Security and Safeguards principles, including ALARP and Best Available Technique.
* Proven people‑leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop multidisciplinary technical teams.
* Experience engaging with regulators, suppliers, research bodies and senior internal stakeholders.
* Strong communication, collaboration and influencing skills within complex programme environments.
Location & Working Arrangements
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements with expected attendance at a UK office as required to support collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and programme delivery.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary: £71,000 – £93,200, commensurate with experience.
* Performance‑related bonus target 12.5%.
* Benefits allowance £2,200 per annum, enabling a bespoke package.
* Pension: 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
* 28 days holiday (+ public holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 4 days.
* Private medical insurance (BUPA single cover).
* Life assurance – 6x pensionable pay.
* One‑off payment £250 for new starters for home office purchases.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is central to our culture, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.
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