Senior Counsel – Advanced Nuclear

GE Vernova

Senior Counsel guiding GE Vernova’s advanced nuclear technology contracts, regulatory compliance, and legal strategy. Advising leadership on licensing, partnerships, government contracts, and risk.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeWilmington • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $176,300 - $293,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing strategic legal guidance within the advanced nuclear sector, including contract law, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and simplify complex legal issues for diverse stakeholders.

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Juris Doctor (JD) Degree8+ Years Legal ExperienceContract Law ExpertiseNuclear Regulatory Commission FamiliarityInternational Transaction Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Complex Commercial AgreementsTechnology LicensingStrategic PartnershipsGovernment ContractingRegulatory AffairsNuclear Safety StandardsExport ControlsAnalytical SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Soft Skills

Ability to Simplify Legal IssuesIndependent WorkIntegrity and EthicsMulti-Priority Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Active State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Advanced Nuclear TechnologyEnergy SectorHighly Regulated TechnologyNuclear EnergyDepartment of Energy (DOE)NRC Licensing ProceduresInternational Cross-Border TransactionsInfrastructure Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic legal guidance and support for Advanced Nuclear leadership
Serve as a key legal advisor to the Advanced Nuclear leadership team
Advise on commercial strategy, technology development, commercial operations, and marketing communications
Draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements
Handle technology licensing, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and government-funded research/development contracts
Develop and implement commercial contract strategy and process improvements
Collaborate with internal regulatory teams on Nuclear Regulatory Commission and international licensing processes
Identify and mitigate legal, operational, and commercial risks related to advanced nuclear technology
Ensure compliance with internal policies, international export controls, nuclear safety standards, and applicable federal/state laws
Collaborate with engineering, finance, supply chain, and government affairs teams
Lead Legal and Compliance functional support across Intellectual Property, Trade Compliance, Government Contracting, and Regulatory Affairs
Provide one-stop-shop legal support to the Advanced Nuclear business team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active member in good standing of at least one state bar
8+ years of relevant experience in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal department
Experience preferably within the nuclear, industrial, energy, or highly regulated technology sectors
Strong understanding of contract law and complex commercial contracts
Familiarity with the regulatory framework governing nuclear energy and government contracting is highly preferred
Exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to simplify complex legal issues for non-legal stakeholders
Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high standards of integrity and ethics
Fluent in English
Demonstrated experience in large-scale infrastructure or energy projects
Familiarity with NRC licensing procedures and Department of Energy (DOE) grant/funding structures
Experience negotiating international, cross-border transactions
Ability and willingness to travel in the U.S. and internationally as required
Eligibility for U.S. DOD and DOE security clearances
Ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information, if applicable
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Competitive compensation
Professional development
Challenging careers
Discretionary annual bonus
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Relocation assistance