Senior Commercial Operations Manager

About The Role

Senior Commercial Operations Manager

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects? Join us at EDF and help shape the future of low-carbon energy as we deliver Hinkley Point C – a £26bn nuclear new build that will power six million homes and support Britain’s journey to Net Zero by 2050. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on the UK’s energy landscape.

The Opportunity

At Hinkley Point C (HPC) we are building two new nuclear reactors, the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK providing low carbon electricity for around six million homes.

As a Senior Commercial Operations Manager, you’ll be at the heart of a project that’s transforming the UK’s energy future. You’ll lead the strategic management of key engineering and nuclear services contracts, working closely with stakeholders from across the globe. Your influence will help navigate complex delivery challenges and ensure governance across vital technical and engineering programmes. This is a unique opportunity to shape outcomes on a project of national significance.

Pay, Benefits & Culture

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a competitive benefits package, including a company pension scheme, and a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

We’re talking about everything from enhanced parental leave to electric vehicle leasing, health insurance to product discounts, critical illness insurance to technology vouchers, gym membership to season ticket loans.

At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyone's working needs are different. Whether you're in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated.

Here, we do right by each other and everyone’s welcome. We’re on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments.

We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. We believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we support you to pursue a career that’s unique to you. Because success is personal.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll lead a high-performing Commercial Management team, setting strategic direction and aligning commercial goals with EDF’s broader mission. Your work will directly support the successful delivery of the Responsible Designer and Nuclear Services contracts, ensuring value is maximised and long-term outcomes are achieved.

Operationally, you’ll oversee the delivery of commercial services to the Technical Directorate, manage key contract interfaces worth hundreds of millions annually, and drive continuous improvement across governance, risk, and financial processes. Your ability to solve problems and make “best for project” decisions will be key.

As a leader, you’ll inspire excellence across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring consistent performance and compliance with safety, schedule, and quality standards. You’ll be a visible role model, championing professionalism and nuclear safety at every turn.

Who You Are

You bring a strong financial background—whether through qualification or experience—and a sharp commercial mindset. You’ve worked in project management or engineering environments and are confident navigating complex stakeholder landscapes. Your leadership style is inclusive and empowering, and you’ve successfully led teams of commercial or business professionals.

You’re highly organised, an excellent communicator, and proactive in resolving challenges. You thrive in dynamic environments, embrace change, and bring a questioning attitude that drives improvement. Technically, you’re adept at breaking down complex problems, interpreting contracts, and turning data into actionable insights. Proficiency in MS Office and a commitment to maintaining accurate, auditable records are second nature to you.

Additionally, you must meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which generally requires you to have been a UK resident for at least 3 of the last 5 years.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 16th July, interviews will be on 22nd and 23rd July.

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