Senior Regulatory Specialist

About us

At Diversey – A Solenis Company, we are the pioneer, the facilitator of our clients in a wide range of industries around the globe. We do this with our revolutionary cleaning and hygiene technologies – such as floor care machines, cleaning tools & utensils, and chemicals for Food & Beverage industry.

About the role

The Senior Regulatory Specialist Registration will provide regulatory expertise and advice on our product portfolio that require a registration e.g. disinfectant, products and medical device products. He or she will lead authorization projects like Union authorization process on EU level, pre-BPR registration projects that will require European roll-out or European ecolabel processes. In addition he or she will participate in the registration projects to obtain medical device registrations in and across Europe.

Location: Hybrid working model – Office/plant based in Europe (close proximity to an airport is preferred for travel requirements)

All candidates must be eligible to work in Europe. Please be aware that we do not offer a relocation package if you are considering relocating. We do not provide visa support for this role.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and organise the registrations of Diversey, Innovative Water or Solenis products positioned as disinfectants, pool and other biocidal products by preparing (master) registration files in collaboration with internal product development to ensure successful authorizations in the end;
• For our Medical device registrations takes care of the regulatory aspects of the technical dossiers and ensures good alignment with other aspects of the technical dossier, representing regulatory in audits of the notifying bodies, and participates in Diversey quality system for Medical Devices (including production). And in close cooperation with the local regulatory colleagues – takes care of the country compliance activities for these medical devices (Class I and II).
• Submit and follow up on submitted European dossiers. In case of questions or challenges, finds acceptable solutions for Diversey as well as the European member states evaluation these dossiers;
• Coordinates the (master) file registration process roll out, executed by Diversey local regulatory compliance personnel, our Global Service center and, if relevant, other partners taking care of country submissions activities;
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and guidance, monitors new regulatory developments, identifies potential impact on the product portfolio;
• Partners with R&D and marketing to give input into successful innovation designs and product implementations;
• Help to manage the Diversey’s global biocides portfolio and ensures alignment with biocides, medical device and product strategy according to annual and strategic plans of Diversey;
• Gives internal and external presentations, including representing Diversey at competent authority and industry meetings as required.

What You’ll Bring:

• Master/PhD degree in Chemistry, Toxicology, Chemical Engineering, Biology or related fields;
• Working experience of 3-5 years in contacting competent authorities and/or notifying bodies (product registration, risk assessments, regulatory consulting or equivalent);
• Working knowledge of product registration, compliance requirements and contact with competent authorities is required. Additionally experiences with disinfectants, EU Ecolabel, Nordic Swan, food contact, detergents, food safety or cosmetic registration and compliance requirements are a pre;
• Experience in an international business environment;
• Good negotiation, presentation, and analytical skills;
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Other European languages are a pre;
• Possesses knowledge of regulatory terminology and regulatory landscape;
• Demonstrated success in completion of difficult tasks in a timely manner, showing bias for action and drive for results;
• Devises insightful ways to understand and solve difficult problems, whose solutions require the use of multiple techniques and some understanding of the materials;
• Willing to (limited) travel in Europe facilitate contact with authorities, government agencies and industry groups or with Diversey colleagues.

What can you expect from Solenis?

• Permanent Employment: Enjoy job security with a permanent contract after the probation period.
• Attractive Compensation: Benefit from competitive earning potential and perks aligned with the chemical industry collective agreement, including an additional company pension scheme.
• Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of a competitive vacation policy that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Support and Training: Embark on a thorough support and training phase with ample opportunities for professional development.
• Flat Hierarchies: Experience a workplace with flat hierarchies and streamlined decision-making processes.
• Collaborative Atmosphere: Thrive in a pleasant working environment as part of a seasoned and professional team.
• Career Growth: Join a dynamic and growing company with abundant opportunities for career advancement.

As this position is open within the EMEA region, benefits and bonuses will be determined based on the country in which the candidate is employed.

As an employee:

At Diversey, we have a culture with focus on diversity, inclusion, well-being, flexibility and orderliness – where we respect each other, where we as a company have employed the whole person, and where there is room for and understanding of the whole person.

We value the great importance of a good social environment, and we prioritize a safe working environment where you can feel safe and comfortable.

Employee satisfaction and engagement is very important to us – we want to make sure that you develop and stay with us for many years.

About us:

In July 2023, Diversey was bought by Solenis. The agreement unites two of the industry’s heavyweights with activities in related and highly complementary markets.

Solenis produces sustainable specialty chemicals for water-intensive industries, while Diversey specializes in providing solutions and technologies within cleaning, hygiene and infection prevention.

With the acquisition, Solenis has activities in over 130 countries, with 71 production facilities and over 15,000 employees. In 2024, Solenis is Recognized as a US Best Managed Company for the third consecutive year.

For over 100 years, we at Diversey have worked to further develop and adapt our wide range of cleaning and hygiene solutions.

Our solutions include everything from patented cleaning agents, dosing and dispensing equipment, floor machines, digital monitoring systems, services and advice.

Business we serve: Facility Management, Building Service Contractors, Foodservice, Hospitality, Public Sector, Healthcare, Channel Partners etc.

We are green at heart and working with sustainable development as a very comprehensive concept that deals with both environmental, economic and social aspects.

Thanks to our long history as a market leader in hygiene, infection prevention and cleaning solutions, the name Diversey has today become synonymous with quality and credibility.

We understand that not every candidate will possess every desired qualification listed above. If your experience varies from our outlined requirements, yet you believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply and share your unique perspective with us.

We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We offer attractive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and abundant opportunities for professional growth and development. If you’re passionate about working for a world-class company and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we invite you to consider joining our team.

Solenis is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

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