Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.
With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Location: Manchester (UK), Barcelona (Spain) or Hannover (Germany)
As a Regulatory Affairs Manager within our Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) Paints & Coatings business, you will play a pivotal role in protecting and growing our business across the EMEA region. You will partner with commercial, R&D, and regulatory colleagues to shape regulatory strategies that secure market access, maintain compliance, and support innovation in a dynamic and evolving regulatory landscape. This is an exciting opportunity for a regulatory professional who thrives on collaboration, enjoys influencing strategic decisions, and is motivated to drive results through scientific excellence and regulatory expertise. Drawing on Arxada’s values of collaboration, grit, decisive action, and going beyond, you will help position our products for long-term success while navigating complex regulatory challenges.
Essential Job Functions
Lead the provision and interpretation of regulatory and product safety information for internal and external customers, translating regulatory developments into clear, commercially focused guidance
Develop and deliver the EMEA regulatory programme for product registrations at EU Biocidal Products Regulation and national approval levels, maintaining compliance with applicable legislation
Build robust product regulatory strategies and lead the coordination, preparation and submission of dossiers and applications, including scientific arguments and projects that generate new scientific data
Represent Regulatory Affairs on innovation project teams, providing early-stage assessments and clear regulatory direction throughout the product development lifecycle
Coordinate and compile chemical, efficacy and toxicology studies supporting registrations across EMEA, working effectively with suppliers, competitors and industry task forces
Monitor regulatory opportunities and threats arising from legislation, NGO activity and consumer trends, drawing on strong expertise in relevant EU regulations
Build collaborative relationships with industry trade bodies, working groups, consortia and regulatory authorities, and manage external regulatory consulting support where required
Ensure activities are conducted in accordance with applicable ISO 9001 processes, procedures and instructions
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred
Strong expertise in European biocides, chemicals, and classification and labelling regulations
Experience developing regulatory strategies and managing complex regulatory submissions within a regulated industry environment.
Ability to analyze and interpret complex scientific and regulatory data and translate it into practical business recommendations
Excellent communication, influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across a matrix organization
Experience engaging with regulatory agencies, authorities, trade associations, or industry task forces
Fluent English and a collaborative, customer-focused mindset with strong commercial awareness
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