Regulatory Interface Officer

Rolls-Royce SMR Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus up to 7%

Benefits Allowance – £2,200

Pension - 12% employer

Holiday entitlement 28 days + public

Private Medical Insurance - BUPA

Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay

£250 home office purchase stipend

Job summary

Rolls-Royce SMR Limited is seeking a Regulatory Interface Officer to manage governance documentation and regulatory correspondence in a hybrid setup across Manchester, Derby or Warrington. You will support RIO processes, coordinate with regulators, and help implement digital tools with a strong emphasis on accuracy and security.

The role requires clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely and compliant information flows for

Qualifications

• Maintain governance documentation for the RIO function and related processes.
• Track deliverables, actions and correspondence with regulatory authorities.
• Provide guidance on RIO activities and regulatory information transfers.
• Represent and maintain relationships with regulators and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Transferring, tracking and recording all correspondence to and from national and international regulatory bodies.
• Exhibit excellent communication to represent the project internally and externally.
• Show attention to detail and deliver high quality documentation and results.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office and advanced computer literacy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and influence across functions.
• Prioritise tasks to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Prioritisation

GCSE English & Maths

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Job Description Regulatory Interface Officer Location – Derby/Warrington/ Manchester with Hybrid working Available

About Us Rolls‑Royce SMR is here to transform how nuclear energy is delivered—cleaner, faster and at global scale. Our teams are developing one of the world’s most advanced small modular reactors, helping secure affordable, low‑carbon energy for generations to come. We’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.

Role Purpose To help maintain the governance documentation for the RIO function including organisational and project arrangements Maintain relevant trackers, schedules and databases to track deliverables, actions and correspondence to and from regulatory authorities Provide advice and guidance to the business with respect to RIO and regulatory transfers of information Transfer, track and record all correspondence to and from regulatory bodies in the UK and overseas including commercially sensitive, export controlled and security sensitive information Support the implementation of digital solutions and innovations for the RIO function, in conjunction with the systems integration and digital transformation teams Support planning and development of the wider Rolls‑Royce SMR programme in conjunction with the programme management team. Maintain and develop excellent relationship with the Regulators Represent Regulatory Interface Office Lead when required

What we’ll need you to do

• Transferring, tracking and recording or all correspondence to and from national and international regulatory bodies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to be able to represent the project both internally and externally.
• A demonstrable ability for displaying attention to detail and delivering high quality documentation and results.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of programmes and advanced computer literacy.
• A demonstrable ability to work with, and influence, multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• GCSE Grade C or above or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths.

Location & Ways of Working

This role can be based in Manchester, with flexibility to work between home and the office depending on business needs. There may be some international travel required on an ad hoc basis.

What’s in It for You

• We anticipate paying a salary of between £30,000 - £39,400
• Bonus - Performance related bonus of up to 7%
• Benefits Allowance – £2,200, enabling you to create a bespoke package
• Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
• Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days
• Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
• Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
• £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases

We are Rolls‑Royce SMR Rolls‑Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world‑class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start‑up that has a hugely challenging mission. We’re doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination. We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths‑based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love. The start‑up mentality coupled with our strengths‑approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies. Each Rolls‑Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues.

Our Culture

At Rolls‑Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge. Rolls‑Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you.

Pay Range: £30,000.00 - £39,375.00

Why Join Us?

• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Application Process

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening.

• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check.

We are Rolls‑Royce SMR A career with Rolls‑Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls‑Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls‑Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low‑carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls‑Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future.

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