Regulatory Affairs Manager

Company: Whiteoak Associates
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Location: Northumberland
Job Description:

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

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Posted: July 23rd, 2026