Head of Regulatory Affairs

The Company is seeking a Head of Regulatory Affairs to take a proactive role in shaping and leading the regulatory strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing the Regulatory Affairs team, building a global framework for managing regulatory topics, and ensuring compliance with national and international regulations, particularly in the area of chemicals legislation. This includes monitoring regulatory developments, developing business-specific compliance strategies, and maintaining product regulatory information and documentation. The role also involves running regulatory training and audits, as well as representing the business in various industry and regulatory forums. Applicants for the Head of Regulatory Affairs position at the company should have a PhD in Chemistry or a master's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline, with at least 5 years' experience in product safety, regulatory affairs, or product stewardship, preferably in a manufacturing environment related to chemicals, materials, adhesives, coatings, or polymers. The role requires a candidate with strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels. A deep understanding of chemicals legislation, product safety, product liability, and occupational and environmental regulations is essential. The ideal candidate will be a confident and structured worker, with the ability to use digital tools and regulatory systems, and must be fluent in English, with advanced or higher proficiency in German.