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GE Vernova develops and delivers technologies for the global energy sector, helping power systems meet demand while reducing emissions. Its portfolio spans gas, hydro, nuclear, and wind power solutions, bringing together large-scale engineering, manufacturing, and energy expertise. For job seekers, the company offers opportunities to work on infrastructure and technologies supporting more reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon electricity.
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Senior Counsel, Advanced Nuclear

Provide GE Vernova’s advanced nuclear business with legal counsel on regulatory matters, complex commercial agreements, and business strategy. Coordinate legal and compliance support across teams and disciplines.

USUnited StatesNCNorth Carolina
$176,300 – $293,800 / year
HybridFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredGeneral Counsel

Description

  • Guide GE Vernova’s Advanced Nuclear initiatives and leaders with strategic legal advice
  • Advise on commercial strategy, technology development, operations, and marketing communications
  • Draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements
  • Support technology licensing, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and government-funded research and development contracts
  • Set commercial contracting strategy and improve related processes
  • Work with regulatory teams on Nuclear Regulatory Commission and international licensing matters
  • Assess and mitigate legal, operational, and commercial risks tied to advanced nuclear technology
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, export controls, nuclear safety standards, and applicable federal and state laws
  • Partner with engineering, finance, supply chain, and government affairs teams
  • Coordinate legal and compliance support in intellectual property, trade compliance, government contracting, and regulatory affairs
  • Provide comprehensive legal support to the Advanced Nuclear business team

Requirements

  • Hold a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  • Maintain active, good-standing membership in at least one state bar
  • Bring at least eight years of relevant experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house legal department
  • Have experience in nuclear, industrial, energy, or highly regulated technology sectors preferred
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of contract law and complex commercial agreements
  • Have familiarity with nuclear energy regulation and government contracting preferred
  • Show exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Explain complex legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders
  • Work independently, manage competing priorities, and uphold high ethical standards
  • Be fluent in English
  • Be eligible for U.S. Department of Defense and Department of Energy security clearances
  • Be able to obtain authorization to access U.S. export-controlled information, where applicable
  • Be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Complete a drug screen successfully, where applicable
  • Be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Benefits

  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Access to a GE Vernova Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
  • Employee Assistance Program offering confidential 24/7 assessment, counseling, and referrals
  • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
  • Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings with company matching contributions
  • Company retirement contributions
  • Fidelity financial resources and planning consultants
  • Tuition assistance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Permissive time off
  • Relocation assistance

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