Regulatory Affairs Manager

Regulatory Affairs Manager Hexham | £60000-£85000 + Benefits egulatory Affairs Manager Hexham, Northumberland £60000 - £75000 (DoE) + Benefits Shape the Future of Regulatory Strategy Across Global Markets We're partnering with a global leader in chemical manufacturing to recruit a Regulatory Affairs Manager who will play a pivotal role in driving regulatory excellence across Europe while supporting an expanding international product portfolio. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will genuinely influence business decisions—not simply maintain compliance—this could be the next step in your career. Working closely with the US Based Director of Regulatory Affairs & Sustainability, you'll act as the subject matter expert for the European business and help shape the company's future regulatory direction. Why This Opportunity ? This is a role for someone who enjoys solving complex regulatory challenges and wants to work in a business that values technical expertise. You'll have the opportunity to: * Lead regulatory strategy across multiple international markets. * Influence product development from concept through to commercial launch. * Represent the business within industry associations and regulatory working groups. * Shape future regulatory policy alongside senior leadership. * Build a UK Based Regulatory Affairs team. * Work across a diverse portfolio of paint, resin and raw material technologies. * Build relationships with colleagues across R&D, Commercial, Manufacturing and Sustainability functions. * Join an established international organisation with a strong reputation for innovation and quality. About You: You'll already be working in Regulatory Affairs within chemicals, coatings, paints, polymers or a closely related manufacturing environment and be looking for a role with greater influence and broader international exposure. You'll bring: * Degree qualified in Chemistry, Toxicology, Biology, Biotechnology or another relevant scientific discipline. * Significant Regulatory Affairs experience within the chemical industry. * Strong working knowledge of: Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) * Strong knowledge of Classification, Labelling & Packaging (CLP) * Strong Knowledge of REACH * Knowledge of Packaging & Packaging Waste legislation * Experience interpreting evolving EU and UK chemical legislation and translating regulatory requirements into commercial action. * Experience leading projects and developing regulatory strategy. * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Package * £60000- £85,000 Basic Salary ( There could be upwards flexibility for the right candidate) * Benefits * International exposure * Genuine strategic influence * Long-term career development within a global organisation