Thenuclearcompany Compliance Manager responsible for legal and regulatory compliance in the nuclear energy sector. Ensures adherence to complex regulations and serves as a key compliance liaison.
Responsibilities
We’re hiring a Compliance Manager to own legal and regulatory compliance for a new company operating in one of the most highly regulated industries in the world. You will be the first dedicated compliance hire within the Legal team, responsible for ensuring that how we develop, finance, build, and operate nuclear projects meets the requirements of regulators, investors, and the law.
This role sits at the intersection of legal judgment and practical business partnership. You will interpret complex regulatory requirements, translate them into clear guidance for engineers, project leaders, and executives, and help the company move quickly without compromising on safety, integrity, or accountability. You will also serve as a key point of contact for the compliance expectations of both The Nuclear Company and Brookfield.
Advise leadership on legal and regulatory obligations across the nuclear project lifecycle, including siting, licensing, development, construction, and operations
Monitor and interpret requirements under the Atomic Energy Act, NRC regulations (including 10 CFR), Department of Energy requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws
Manage compliance with export controls and nuclear technology transfer rules, including 10 CFR Part 810, EAR, ITAR, and sanctions, as well as foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI) considerations
Support facility and personnel security obligations, including security clearances, safeguards information, and controlled unclassified information
Oversee anti-bribery and anti-corruption compliance, including the FCPA, and conduct risk-based due diligence on partners, suppliers, and agents
Ensure compliance with government contracting, procurement, and grant or loan program requirements, including conflict-of-interest and gift and entertainment rules
Administer the company’s code of conduct, ethics and whistleblower channels, and conflict-of-interest processes, and investigate or coordinate the response to reported concerns
Provide practical training and guidance to employees, tailored to technical and project audiences
Coordinate with outside counsel, regulators, auditors, and investors on compliance matters, inquiries, and audits
Review contracts and commercial agreements for compliance-related terms, working closely with the Legal team
Qualification
Experience with large capital projectsRelevant certificationsActive or ability to obtain a UWillingness to travel to project sites
Preferred
Direct experience in the nuclear industry, including with the NRC, DOE, a reactor vendor, utility, or national laboratory
Experience at or alongside a joint venture, or a company backed by institutional investors or private equity
Experience with large capital projects, EPC contracting, or project finance
Familiarity with international nuclear regimes, including IAEA safeguards and nonproliferation requirements
Experience with government investigations, voluntary disclosures, or regulatory enforcement matters
Relevant certifications, such as CCEP, CFE, or CIPP
Active or ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
Willingness to travel to project sites, offices, and regulatory meetings