National Nuclear Laboratory

Internal Vacancies

UKNNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) which aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

All of our current vacancies can be found on this page. You can also find more information at https://jobsearch.uknnl.com

Total internal jobs: 14

Senior Accountant

Category: Finance

Salary: Salary starting at £57,854

Closing Date: 2026-10-23

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The salary range for this position is £57,854 to £63,248 (Grade 4A).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Katie Armstrong.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Accountant

Category: Finance

Salary: Salary starting at £45,220

Closing Date: 2026-10-23

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The salary range for this position is £45,220 to £49,435 (Grade 4C).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Sean Parry.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Senior Project Manager

Category: Project Management Authority

Salary: Salary starting at £76,526

Closing Date: 2026-10-15

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The salary range for this position is £76,526 to £81,867 (Grade 3B Upper).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Wendy Lee.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Graduate Scheme 2027 - Information Security

Category: Apprentice & Graduates

Salary: Salary starting at £38,877

Closing Date: 2026-12-01

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The starting salary for this position is £38,877 (Band 5A)

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact earlycareers@uknnl.com.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Graduate Scheme 2027 - Process Design Engineering

Category: Apprentice & Graduates

Salary: Salary starting at £38,877

Closing Date: 2026-12-01

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The salary for this position is £38,877 (Grade 5A)

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact earlycareers@uknnl.com

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter.

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Graduate Scheme 2027 - CE&I Design Engineering

Category: Apprentice & Graduates

Salary: Salary starting at £38,877

Closing Date: 2026-12-01

Location: Sellafield, Cumbria

The starting salary for this position is £38,877 (Band 5A)

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact earlycareers@uknnl.com.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Project Manager

Category: Project Management Authority

Salary: Salary starting at £57,854

Closing Date: 2026-10-13

Location: Sellafield

The salary range for this position is £57,854  to £63,248 (Grade 4A).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact James Newell / Billy Lawrie.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Senior Material Scientist

Category: Fuel, Reactor and Reprocessing

Salary: Salary starting at £57,854

Closing Date: 2026-10-13

Location: Sellafield

The salary range for this position is £57,854  to £63,248 (Grade 4A).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Samantha Wilkinson.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Financial Accountant

Category: Finance

Salary: Salary starting at £57,854

Closing Date: 2026-10-12

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The salary range for this position is £57,854 to £63,248 (Grade 4A).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Beata McGinty.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Project Manager

Category: Project Management Authority

Salary: Salary starting at £57854

Closing Date: 2026-10-12

Location: Risley

The salary range for this position is £57,854 to £63,248 (Grade 4A).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Wendy Lee.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Financial Planning Analyst

Category: Finance

Salary: Salary starting at £45,220

Closing Date: 2026-10-12

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The salary range for this position is £45,220 to £49,435 (Grade 4C).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Dawn Sherlock.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Accountant (Secondment - 12 months)

Category: Finance

Salary: Salary starting at £45,220

Closing Date: 2026-10-12

Location: Risley, Cheshire

This Secondment opportunity is aimed at grade 4C and/or an individual with equivalent experience.

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Kristy Houlton.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Technical Support Officer

Category: EHSS&Q & Compliance

Salary: Salary starting at £45,220

Closing Date: 2026-10-21

Location: Sellafield, Cumbria

The salary range for this position is £45,220 to £49,435 (Grade 4C).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Jonathan Teasdale.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Head of Enterprise Applications

Category: IT

Salary: Salary starting at £84,549

Closing Date: 2026-10-22

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The salary range for this position is £84,549 to £91,977 (Grade 3A Lower).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Jonathan Mason.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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