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Location: Sizewell C (hybrid working arrangements).
Employment type: Permanent full‑time/part‑time.
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience, plus bonus and benefits.
Closing date: Monday 24th November 2025.

The Opportunity

Sizewell C is the UK’s next nuclear power new‑build project, following the success of Hinkley Point C. With planning approval, construction underway and a Financial Investment Decision secured, the project will deliver dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, supporting Britain’s Net Zero ambition. Our teams work flexibly with a hybrid model, supported by full IT equipment for home working.

The Role

As the organisation’s Data Protection Officer you will be the key advisor on data protection matters, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR, the DPA 2018, PECR and other applicable legislation. You will embed a strong culture of data protection and ethical information handling across a large, complex, multi‑stakeholder infrastructure project.

The Skills & Qualifications

• In‑depth knowledge of UK GDPR, DPA 2018, PECR and related legislation.
• Proven experience in a Data Protection Officer or senior privacy compliance role.
• Strong stakeholder‑management skills and ability to influence at all levels.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM or equivalent).

Benefits

Competitive salary, market‑leading pension scheme, paid holidays, company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounts and employee pricing. Flexible benefits support physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Diversity & Inclusion

Sizewell C values diversity and aims to create an inclusive workplace where all staff are treated with equal respect and given equal access to opportunities.

Additional Information

Sizewell C Limited is a nuclear site licensed company that designs, finances, constructs, commissions, operates, maintains and decommissions the nuclear plant and related infrastructure at Sizewell C. By submitting an application you acknowledge that you have read and understood Sizewell C’s employee privacy policy and that EDF will process and share information about your application on behalf of Sizewell C.