At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead regulatory compliance and product stewardship across Europe in the chemical sector.
- Company: Global manufacturer with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and long-term career development.
- Other info: Opportunity for international exposure and to build a regulatory compliance function.
- Why this job: Shape regulatory strategy and influence key business decisions in a strategic role.
- Qualifications: Experience in REACH and CLP regulations within the chemical industry.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
- Regulatory Compliance Manager |Product Stewardship & Regulatory Manager
- REACH & CLP | Chemicals | £65,000 - £85,000 ( Do E) + Benefits
- Nr Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Lead Regulatory Compliance, Product Stewardship & Classification Across Europe
Are you an experienced Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Affairs or Product Stewardship professional looking for a role with greater influence ?
If you have strong experience of REACH and CLP legislation within the chemical manufacturing sector, this is an opportunity to become the European regulatory expert for a global manufacturer, helping shape regulatory strategy, support new product development and influence key business decisions.
Reporting to the US Director of Regulatory Affairs & Sustainability, you'll work closely with senior leaders and colleagues across R&D, Commercial, Manufacturing and Sustainability, ensuring regulatory compliance supports innovation and business growth across Europe.
- What You'll Be Doing
- Lead Regulatory Compliance and Product Stewardship across European markets.
- Ensure compliance with REACH, CLP and wider UK & EU chemical legislation.
- Provide regulatory guidance throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Monitor legislative changes and translate regulatory requirements into practical commercial solutions.
- Partner with R&D, Commercial, Manufacturing and Sustainability teams on new and existing products.
- Represent the business with industry associations and regulatory bodies.
- Help build and develop the UK & European Regulatory Compliance function.
About You
We're keen to hear from professionals working in Regulatory Affairs, Regulatory Compliance, Product Stewardship or Classification Labelling & Packaging within the chemical manufacturing sector.
Your current title could be
- Regulatory Compliance Manager
- Regulatory Affairs Manager
- Product Stewardship Manager
- Chemical Compliance Manager
- Technical Compliance Manager
- Senior Regulatory Specialist
You'll ideally have
- Strong experience applying REACH and CLP regulations within the chemical industry.
- Experience interpreting UK and EU chemical legislation in a commercial manufacturing environment.
- A scientific degree or equivalent industry experience.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Knowledge of Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) and Packaging & Packaging Waste legislation would be advantageous, but is not essential.
- What's On Offer
- £65,000 - £85,000 depending on experience.
- Benefits package.
- A strategic role with genuine influence across the European business.
- International exposure within a global organisation.
- The opportunity to shape and grow the UK European Regulatory Compliance function.
- Long-term career development with an innovative and well-established manufacturer
Regulatory Compliance Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Whiteoak Associates
Whiteoak Associates is an exceptional employer located in Reading, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides extensive training and development opportunities, alongside a competitive salary package and quarterly bonuses that reward high performance. Join a team that values your expertise in bespoke metalwork and empowers you to make a significant impact in the construction industry.
