HR Governance Manager
| Posting date: | 07 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 August 2025 |
| Location: | ec2r 7bp |
| Company: | Sizewell C Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 837049244 |
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Job Description
Sizewell C – The Power of Good for BritainLocation: London or Suffolk (hybrid working) with a requirement for regular travel between locations.Employment Type: Permanent Full-timeSalary: From £75,000 dependent on experience, plus 10% bonus, 28 days holiday, market-leading pension 7.5 % employee contribution and company contribution of 15% and other benefits. Closing Date: Monday 21st July 2025 Are you ready to build a career that’s not only rewarding but also places you at the forefront of one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects? Join our growing team at Sizewell C (SZC) and play a key role in shaping the future of clean energy. The OpportunityAre you a skilled communicator with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for people strategy? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with senior stakeholders on high-impact initiatives? Are you an exceptional organiser?We’re looking for an HR Governance Manager to join the Sizewell C team at a pivotal moment in our journey. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects—supporting the delivery of clean, secure energy for generations to come.The RoleReporting to the Head of HR Operations, you will provide executive-level support to the HR Director and play a key role in shaping and delivering people-related governance across the organisation. This includes:Preparing high-quality executive briefings, board and committee papers—particularly for the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.Implementing governance structures across the HR organisation and suite of HR policies and procedures.Coordinating HR business planning, budgeting, and strategic reporting.Managing the flow of information between the HR leadership team, external stakeholders and corporate functions.Building strong working relationships across the business and with external partners, including HMG and regulatory bodies.This role is ideal for someone with a strong HR background, excellent writing skills, and experience working with senior stakeholders in complex, high-profile environments. What You’ll BringEssential Skills & ExperienceProven experience in executive support, business operations, or HR governance roles.Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling board-level documentation.Experience working with or supporting Remuneration Committees or similar governance bodies.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.A clear understanding of HR practices and relevant legislation. DesirableExperience working with public and private sector stakeholders.Background in a growing or newly established organisation.Familiarity with major infrastructure or construction projects.We’ll do the right thing by youYou’ll be a valued member of an enterprise that’s helping tackle one of the world’s biggest challenges - in a team that does the right thing by each other.That commitment from us includes a flexible rewards package designed to give you the wellbeing and financial security to enjoy your life, providing:Flexible working built around a hybrid approachOngoing professional development where you can fulfil your potentialAn inclusive environment where your voice is heardA competitive salaryMarket-leading pension schemeIncentive bonus planHealth coverCycle-to-work schemeDiscountsEmployee pricing.Apply NowIf you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and bring your expertise to a project of national importance, we’d love to hear from you.A full job description is available on request. #DestinationNuclear#SZCjobsPower in DiversitySizewell 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 operatePositivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performanceHumility: Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromiseSolidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each otherClarity: Communicate clearly and consistentlyEveryone is able to get the most from their work and the workplace, and in return, give their best.Sizewell C Limited (Sizewell C) is nuclear site licensed company whose business is to design, finance, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and eventually decommission the nuclear power plant and related infrastructure at Sizewell C in Suffolk. Sizewell C was formerly under the majority ownership of the EDF Group but is currently majority owned by HM Government and operates as an independent company. EDF remains a key shareholder in Sizewell C and the business therefore maintains close links to EDF as a part of its ‘nuclear family’.As a Sizewell C employee, 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.
Additional Information
Join the team at Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.It’s not every day you get the opportunity to shape the working culture of what will be one of Europe’s largest construction projects, while also helping Britain to reach its target of Net Zero emissions by 2050. That’s one of the reasons Sizewell C will be unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before, and you’ll need to be an exceptional professional to reach the high standards this critical infrastructure project demands. The UK is experiencing a nuclear renaissance and Sizewell C – along with its sister project at Hinkley Point C in Somerset – is powering the change. We’re ramping up at pace as we look ahead to the Financial Investment Decision in early 2025, and the start of construction soon after. With government fully on board and public opinion shifting significantly in favour of nuclear, there’s never been a better time to join our project.By submitting an application to this role, you acknowledge that you have read and understood Sizewell C’s employee privacy policy and EDF's employee privacy policy. Just to let you know, EDF will be processing and sharing information about your application on behalf of Sizewell C.
Sizewell C – The Power of Good for BritainLocation: London or Suffolk (hybrid working) with a requirement for regular travel between locations.Employment Type: Permanent Full-timeSalary: From £75,000 dependent on experience, plus 10% bonus, 28 days holiday, market-leading pension 7.5 % employee contribution and company contribution of 15% and other benefits. Closing Date: Monday 21st July 2025 Are you ready to build a career that’s not only rewarding but also places you at the forefront of one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects? Join our growing team at Sizewell C (SZC) and play a key role in shaping the future of clean energy. The OpportunityAre you a skilled communicator with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for people strategy? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with senior stakeholders on high-impact initiatives? Are you an exceptional organiser?We’re looking for an HR Governance Manager to join the Sizewell C team at a pivotal moment in our journey. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects—supporting the delivery of clean, secure energy for generations to come.The RoleReporting to the Head of HR Operations, you will provide executive-level support to the HR Director and play a key role in shaping and delivering people-related governance across the organisation. This includes:Preparing high-quality executive briefings, board and committee papers—particularly for the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.Implementing governance structures across the HR organisation and suite of HR policies and procedures.Coordinating HR business planning, budgeting, and strategic reporting.Managing the flow of information between the HR leadership team, external stakeholders and corporate functions.Building strong working relationships across the business and with external partners, including HMG and regulatory bodies.This role is ideal for someone with a strong HR background, excellent writing skills, and experience working with senior stakeholders in complex, high-profile environments. What You’ll BringEssential Skills & ExperienceProven experience in executive support, business operations, or HR governance roles.Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling board-level documentation.Experience working with or supporting Remuneration Committees or similar governance bodies.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.A clear understanding of HR practices and relevant legislation. DesirableExperience working with public and private sector stakeholders.Background in a growing or newly established organisation.Familiarity with major infrastructure or construction projects.We’ll do the right thing by youYou’ll be a valued member of an enterprise that’s helping tackle one of the world’s biggest challenges - in a team that does the right thing by each other.That commitment from us includes a flexible rewards package designed to give you the wellbeing and financial security to enjoy your life, providing:Flexible working built around a hybrid approachOngoing professional development where you can fulfil your potentialAn inclusive environment where your voice is heardA competitive salaryMarket-leading pension schemeIncentive bonus planHealth coverCycle-to-work schemeDiscountsEmployee pricing.Apply NowIf you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and bring your expertise to a project of national importance, we’d love to hear from you.A full job description is available on request. #DestinationNuclear#SZCjobsPower in DiversitySizewell 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 operatePositivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performanceHumility: Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromiseSolidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each otherClarity: Communicate clearly and consistentlyEveryone is able to get the most from their work and the workplace, and in return, give their best.Sizewell C Limited (Sizewell C) is nuclear site licensed company whose business is to design, finance, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and eventually decommission the nuclear power plant and related infrastructure at Sizewell C in Suffolk. Sizewell C was formerly under the majority ownership of the EDF Group but is currently majority owned by HM Government and operates as an independent company. EDF remains a key shareholder in Sizewell C and the business therefore maintains close links to EDF as a part of its ‘nuclear family’.As a Sizewell C employee, 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.
Additional Information
Join the team at Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.It’s not every day you get the opportunity to shape the working culture of what will be one of Europe’s largest construction projects, while also helping Britain to reach its target of Net Zero emissions by 2050. That’s one of the reasons Sizewell C will be unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before, and you’ll need to be an exceptional professional to reach the high standards this critical infrastructure project demands. The UK is experiencing a nuclear renaissance and Sizewell C – along with its sister project at Hinkley Point C in Somerset – is powering the change. We’re ramping up at pace as we look ahead to the Financial Investment Decision in early 2025, and the start of construction soon after. With government fully on board and public opinion shifting significantly in favour of nuclear, there’s never been a better time to join our project.By submitting an application to this role, you acknowledge that you have read and understood Sizewell C’s employee privacy policy and EDF's employee privacy policy. Just to let you know, EDF will be processing and sharing information about your application on behalf of Sizewell C.