Director, Gsara Registration And Regulatory Compliance (Europe)

Location: Surrey Frimley, United Kingdom.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute GSARA strategic plans aligned with SCJ strategy for the European International Consumer brands and categories (Pest Control, Home Cleaning, Air Care and Home Storage) as well as Lifestyle Brands and SCJ Professional business units.
• Lead regulatory oversight of major regulatory changes in the region; communicate and coordinate with global GSARA colleagues on implications and implementation of solutions for all countries included in the region.
• Ensure that strategies and activities are aligned across regions and integrated with other parts of the business.
• Lead registration management of SCJ products in the regions; ensure close collaboration and coordination with registration, RD&E and marketing colleagues globally and regionally to ensure that mutual needs are met.
• Serve as functional and administrative manager for compliance and compliance staff (a team of 28 including 4 people managers/leaders).
• Identify key gaps in the organization, identifying key roles needed to address the expanding regulatory needs of newly acquired businesses.
• Ensure regional activities are in line with global and regional business goals, that resourced projects are staffed and that launches are achieved on time and on budget.
• Direct project work and coordinate efforts for regional staff, contractors and consultants.
• Develop tools/processes to communicate regional GSARA requirements to relevant departments and individuals (data, documentation, information).
• Own GSARA related processes and practices in the region.
• Build strong relationships within the company, across industry and with government authorities, providing SCJ with a competitive advantage as a trusted partner with the Agencies.
• Mentor/support local compliance staff and local/regional management as they implement compliance procedures, provide assistance in government meetings where appropriate.
• Provide interpretive analyses of complex regulatory guidance documents, regulations, or directives that impact the company’s products and operations to guide the business on necessary product changes.
• Continuously evaluate the regulatory climate of the assigned regions and countries, identify potential issues which may arise, proactively working to favorably impact the outcome of emerging issues.
• When appropriate, serve on government or industry task forces as a representative of the company.
• Advocacy for regulatory and registration requirements to align with SCJ values and create balanced regulatory standards.
• Manage talent; prepare promising candidates for future leadership roles by expanding existing opportunities and cross‑training.
• Effectively coordinate and communicate the division of labour with regional managers to provide regulatory capacity and capability across the regions.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 10+ years of related experience, with demonstrated experience of leading managers and staff to achieve business results across a global organization.
• 5+ years in leading operational and/or strategic organizational improvements.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related science (engineering, pharmacy, chemistry, biology, etc.).

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Advanced degree highly preferred, in a related science (engineering, pharmacy, chemistry, biology, etc.).
• Proven ability to lead/manage across countries, functions, divisions and management levels.
• Strong influencing capability with demonstrated track record influencing internal and external (e.g., regulators, trade associations, etc.) stakeholders as well as forging strong relationships.
• Experience navigating the global safety & regulatory landscape, including engaging government bodies, NGOs, advocacy groups, etc. to resolve challenging business situations.
• Commanding knowledge of compliance and registration requirements in Europe as well as familiarity with best-in-class regulatory policies, procedures, and processes.
• Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital tools to support regulatory activities (e.g., regulatory intelligence, literature review, document drafting, and data analysis), including the ability to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs for regulatory accuracy and compliance, with awareness of emerging AI regulatory frameworks such as the EU Artificial Intelligence Act.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and ability to summarise complex regulatory issues for a non‑technical audience.

Job Requirements:

• Full‑time with expectation to be available for calls & meetings across time zones.
• Remote work is available once a week for eligible employees.
• This role is eligible for domestic or international relocation.

Inclusion & Diversity:

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognise the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment.