The Sizewell C (SZC) project uses design and engineering data originally developed for Hinkley Point C (HPC). As SZC is now a separate entity, access to this data must follow agreed governance under the Intellectual Property Licensing Agreement (IPLA).

The IPLA Manager ensures SZC can manage licensed technical data effectively and responsibly, supporting project delivery and compliance. This role is ideal for experienced project or service managers who want to broaden their scope into governance and regulatory oversight. Training will be provided on IP-specific requirements.

You will act as the main point of contact for IP-related matters, working across engineering, legal, IT, and supply chain to keep processes clear, efficient, and compliant

Principal Accountabilities

• Define and Maintain IP Strategy: Create and maintain governance frameworks for licensed technical data.
• Operational Control: Ensure IPLA processes are documented and followed.
• Stakeholder Interface: Be the first point of contact for IP queries and escalate complex issues.
• Contractual Compliance: Make sure frameworks support delivery while meeting obligations.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work with Legal, Supply Chain, IT, and Engineering to resolve challenges.
• Governance & Reporting: Represent IP in audits and governance forums.
• Continuous Improvement: Improve IP tools, workflows, and service design.
• Knowledge Transfer: Enable secure, traceable exchange of licensed data between SZC and HPC

Here’s What You’ll Need
Essential

• Proven experience in nuclear industry or UK regulatory environment.
• Strong project/service management capability with process improvement experience.
• Experience in project governance, risk management, or delivery in regulated environments.
• Ability to interpret and apply contractual IP terms with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Confident decision-making under ambiguity; proactive and structured approach.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.

Desirable

• Experience managing compliance portfolios in complex engineering projects.
• Familiarity with IP systems and PLM tools (e.g., Teamcenter).
• Understanding of IP and ONR regulatory frameworks.
• Project Management training or equivalent practical experience

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