Governance & Business Performance Lead - Nuclear New Build
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.
Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.
The project: Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve net zero by 2050.
Please note: This role is based in our London office with hybrid working available.
Our Values Shape The Way We Consult, And Define The People We Want To Join Us On Our Journey, They Are
The purpose of the role is to be a business performance lead within the Corporate Operations team, with a focus on developing and managing frameworks for monitoring business performance, ensuring compliance and optimising operational efficiency. The role holder will have a particular focus on organisational governance and the production and review of key corporate documentation.
You’ll Be Responsible For
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.
The project: Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve net zero by 2050.
Please note: This role is based in our London office with hybrid working available.
Our Values Shape The Way We Consult, And Define The People We Want To Join Us On Our Journey, They Are
- Safety first - Going home safe and well
- Client focus - Deliver on our promise
- Integrity - Always do the right thing
- Create opportunity - For our people to excel
The purpose of the role is to be a business performance lead within the Corporate Operations team, with a focus on developing and managing frameworks for monitoring business performance, ensuring compliance and optimising operational efficiency. The role holder will have a particular focus on organisational governance and the production and review of key corporate documentation.
You’ll Be Responsible For
- Manage structured reviews of corporate documentation, including policies, governance frameworks, and operating models, ensuring clarity and compliance.
- Develop and implement performance monitoring frameworks aligned with corporate strategy and governance standards.
- Design and implement standard procedures for reviewing corporate documents, driving consistency and clarity in governance practices.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration in refining policies and governance structures, enhancing transparency and strategic alignment.
- Work closely with Company Secretariat, Legal/Corporate Compliance, regulatory and assurance teams to ensure best practices and regulatory compliance.
- Manage stakeholder engagement initiatives, ensuring effective communication and alignment of governance expectations with operational execution.
- Establish and refine processes for tracking business KPIs and driving operational efficiency.
- Provide analytical insights to leadership to inform decision-making, governance improvements and operational adjustments.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with:
- Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks.
- Business performance analysis and reporting.
- Governance and compliance alignment.
- Corporate documentation review and process development.
- Stakeholder engagement and communication.
- Operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
- Policy and operating model development.
- Strong academic credentials from a relevant field (undergraduate degree level required as a minimum).
- Strong foundation in governance and corporate document management.
- Experience managing corporate documentation review processes, ensuring that policies, governance frameworks and operating models remain aligned with business strategy and regulatory requirements.
- Expertise in performance measurement, stakeholder engagement, and governance compliance.
- Proven experience in business performance analysis, corporate governance, or strategic planning.
- Experience in operating model reviews and continuous improvement processes.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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