Senior Internal Regulator

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?
For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.
It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?
We need an AWEsome Senior Internal Regulator to join our team at AWE.
If you re an inquisitive, independent thinker who can challenge and guide diplomatically through referencing our Third Line of Defence Model.
Apply on our web site by clicking on this link (insert hyperlink )
Location: Hybrid and flexible working, with our offices based in Berkshire (RG7 4PR) between Reading, Basingstoke and Newbury with onsite parking and regular bus services. There is a requirement for regular attendance on site, this can be up to 4 days per week.
Salary: Starting at £41,840 this is very much open to negotiation if you can dazzle us with an array of AWEsome negotiating skills, an independent mindset and relevant Internal Regulation experience.
What s exciting is:
If you enjoy interacting with different people and diverse areas across a business, this could be just the role for you. No two days will ever be the same.
A typical day for a Senior Internal Regulator could look like this:

• Give independent oversight to ensure that we adhere to our regulations and processes.
• Championing process review and improvement.
• Commending and sharing best practice across the business.
• Independently sense checking in a supportive manner.
• Highlighting noncompliance with arrangements to ensure adherence not only with licence conditions and other regulatory obligations.
• Following metrics and observing process.
• Sample both first and second line of defence to ensure consistency of information.
• Navigating difficult conversations diplomatically.
• Fact gathering (face to face) with ESH and Process owners.
• Advising on non-conformities.
• Report writing.
• Developing questions sets.
• Inspections and scope gathering.

As a Senior Internal Regulator, we would like you to have experience of or have the following attributes:

• Previous experience of working or regulating within a nuclear or other highly regulated environment.
• Background in Operations; Audit; Investigation
• Reporting, writing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Risk Assessment Methodologies
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (will support development)
• Member of IOSH/IEMA/SRP or applicable institution (Preferred)

Is this you?

• You think objectively, basing decisions on fact and maintain an independent mindset.
• You are quick to recognise great practice and influence others to manage change diplomatically.
• You can read people and understand how your words will land.
• You are an empath and know how to impart sensitive information constructively.
• You could be described as a trusted friend by stakeholders.

AWE has been voted one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK again this year. So, when you work with us, you can take advantage of a great package of benefits and development opportunities on top of your salary including:

• 25 days annual leave
• Every other Friday off (AWE works a 9-day fortnight)
• Generous pension contributions of between 9% and 13% (defined contribution on your pensionable pay depending on your own contrition)
• Flexible working arrangements can be considered so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle.
• Excellent personal development opportunities including annual membership to relevant professional bodies, training and mentoring.
• Everyday spending discounts - access to savings on a wide range of shops and services exclusive to AWE employees.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family

You can find out more about our benefits HERE
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter on our Careers Site highlighting any relevant skills and experience for this job, giving us a clear view of what you can bring to the role and also why you want to work with the team here at AWE.
If successful, you must be willing and able to obtain and maintain Developed Vetting (funded by the AWE) before you are able start with us in this role. It can take several months for clearance to come through.
DVSubjectsInformationLeaflet.pdf (publishing.service.gov.uk)
This job role is suitable for hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (your permanent duty station) and working from home as a personal choice. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. This role requires frequent attendance on site.
The successful candidate is required to carry out all their duties from a UK location and cannot do so from an overseas location at any time.
Important things you need to know:

• Interviews will be scheduled during working hours
• Interviews will be 90 minutes on site at RG7 4PR and will include a 10 minute presentation

If we receive an exceptionally high level of applications, this vacancy will close. So don t procrastinate, spruce up your CV and apply now!
For more information about the role or the recruitment process, get in touch with me (Sunflower) at:
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Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.
Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.