Assistant Director, Nuclear Advisory, Infrastructure and Capital Programmes: Strategy, Risk and Transactions Advisory

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Our Infrastructure and Capital Projects team (I&CP) provides market leading commercial and financial advice to the Public and Private Sector. Operating across the Infrastructure, Energy, Public Services and Private sectors – we advise Government and Private sector clients on the delivery of key policy initiatives, infrastructure, Technology Transformation and Major Programmes.

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Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more. 

What brings us all together at Deloitte? It’s how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most.

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Our Infrastructure and Capital Projects team has extensive experience of advising our clients on major procurements & complex transactions at the interface of the public and private sectors, from advising on initial commercial/financial strategy, market engagement, planning and running a transaction or procurement, contract structuring and negotiation, all the way through to contract exit and transition.

We are continuing to expand our presence in the UK newly built nuclear market, with a strong focus on the rapidly growing nuclear segment. This is an exciting opportunity for an established professional with significant experience in nuclear new build, capital projects, or complex infrastructure advisory.

The right individual will contribute towards developing and delivering our nuclear advisory services, supporting a diverse range of investors, developers, Governments, OEMs, and major supply-chain participants as they navigate commercial, financial, and delivery challenges in this emerging market. If you are motivated by the opportunity to support the UK’s energy transition and contribute to complex, high-impact projects, we encourage you to apply.

As an Assistant Director in our Infrastructure and Capital Projects team, you will be responsible for managing the delivery of advisory projects for nuclear clients. The role combines project and client delivery, commercial and financial analysis, and the opportunity to help shape Deloitte’s market offering in this strategically important sector. You will work alongside market-leading Partners and Directors, leading project teams and supporting business development activities across strategy, finance, supply chain, programme delivery, and risk. You will also contribute to business development activities and help to develop junior team members.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the development and execution of Deloitte’s nuclear advisory strategy within the Infrastructure & Capital Projects team, contributing to a clear go-to-market plan for private sector deployment models.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with clients including private equity, infrastructure funds, OEMs, utilities, developers, and supply chain organisations.
• Supporting origination and delivery of advisory engagements across commercial structuring, supply chain development, financing, delivery strategy, and project readiness.
• Contributing to Deloitte’s thought leadership in the sector, supporting the development of market insights, industry forums, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Leading and managing project workstreams across commercial strategy, procurement, investment analysis, and programme mobilisation.
• Supporting clients in decision making.
• Managing and mentoring junior team members, supporting their development and contributing to a high-performing, inclusive team culture.
• Collaborating across Strategy, Risk, Transaction Advisory, and Technology & Transformation service lines to deliver integrated nuclear new-build solutions.
• Contributing to business development activities, including proposal preparation, market research, and supporting Partners/Directors in client pursuits.
• Contributing to recruitment, capability development, and knowledge management initiatives.
• Promoting Deloitte’s values of inclusion, collaboration, and purpose-led leadership in all aspects of your work.

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Technical skills and experience:

Essential

• Significant experience in nuclear new build, SMR programmes, engineering, capital projects, or complex infrastructure advisory.
• Proven commercial acumen: supply chain strategy, commercial structuring, contracting models, investment cases, procurement, or deal advisory.
• Familiarity with the UK and international nuclear ecosystem, including vendors, utilities, investors, regulators, and major programme delivery partners.
• Experience supporting business development and client relationship management, with a track record in project delivery and pipeline support.
• Strong analytical and financial skills, including the ability to work with financial models and deliver high-quality reports and presentations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with an ability to engage credibly with clients at all levels.
• Experience leading or managing project teams in complex, high-stakes delivery environments, preferably within the nuclear sector or other highly regulated industries.

Desirable

• Exposure to leading nuclear technologies (e.g., Rolls-Royce SMR, GE-Hitachi BWRX-300, Westinghouse AP300, EPR, Holtec, or NuScale).
• Understanding of UK nuclear regulatory frameworks, licensing pathways, and GDA processes.
• International experience with newly built or reactor deployment programmes.
• Experience in manufacturing scale-up, modularisation, cost reduction, and industrial strategy.
• Experience in strategic organisation design, operating model development, or business transformation programmes.

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In an ever-evolving world, there are no certainties in business. Our teams help clients to navigate risks, process major transactions and deliver transformational change that will future-proof their business. Join us to make a positive difference. 

Infrastructure and Real Estate

Our Infrastructure and Real Estate team supports both public and private sector clients on complex infrastructure, real estate, and capital projects. Typical engagements include urban regeneration, transport, energy and renewables, and occupier advisory to central government and large corporate companies.

Personal independence

Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further details as you progress through the recruitment process, or you can contact the Independence team upon request.

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“The scale and range of projects you get to work on, because of Deloitte’s capability across all industries and clients, is why I would recommend a career here.” -Jeremy, Real Estate

Our hybrid working policy

You’ll be based in Manchester with hybrid working.

At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter about the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.

Our commitment to you

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So, we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.

We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So, we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.

Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.

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A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.

Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careers

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