Sr. Manager Regulatory Affairs North-West Europe

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Sr. Manager Regulatory Affairs North-West Europe

Apply remote type: Hybrid

Working locations: Haverhill, United Kingdom; Asturias, Spain

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Today

Job requisition id: R6193

Job Summary

We offer a position as a Senior Regulatory Manager Taste, serving as the subregional lead for EAME Northwest Europe (UK, Ireland, Nordics). This role reports to the Head of EAME Regulatory Affairs Taste and will be located in Europe (preferably UK, Germany, or the Netherlands). You will be part of the IFF Global Regulatory Affairs team supporting the Taste BU in EAME, focusing on flavorings and seasonings.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Ensure IFF Taste products in the sub-region comply with all relevant regulatory, market, and customer requirements.
• Lead and develop the UK-based Regulatory Affairs team, fostering growth and collaboration.
• Streamline and enhance processes for handling technical product documentation requests efficiently and accurately.
• Provide expert regulatory guidance to local and regional commercial and technical teams.
• Act as the primary regulatory contact for customers and authorities, offering clear interpretations and defending positions.
• Monitor and implement changes in food legislation and regulatory requirements across the region.
• Collaborate with UK industry associations and cross-functional teams to anticipate and respond to legislative changes.
• Align closely with sub-regional business leads to identify needs, set priorities, and support strategic objectives.
• Contribute to global and regional projects aimed at advancing regulatory systems, policies, and strategies.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• University degree in food science, food technology, food chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of regulatory experience in the flavors or broader food industry.
• Deep knowledge of EU and UK food and flavor legislation.
• Proven leadership skills with experience guiding teams in international environments.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Solution-oriented mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Customer-focused approach and a drive for delivering results.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is a plus.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• A collaborative team player with a proactive attitude.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience representing companies in industry associations or regulatory forums.
• Demonstrated success in implementing regulatory strategies across multiple regions.
• Ability to influence and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Why Choose Us?

• Be part of a global leader in taste innovation and food science.
• Work in a dynamic, international environment with passionate professionals.
• Lead impactful projects that shape regulatory practices and product compliance.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Collaborate across diverse teams and regions.
• Make a meaningful contribution to safe, high-quality food products enjoyed worldwide.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity, and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health, and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products - advancing wellness, delighting the senses, and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or disability.