Job Description
Cranleigh STEM is working with a market-leading chemical manufacturer who are at the forefront of materials innovation across Europe. Based in Derby, our client delivers high-performance solutions to a wide range of industries. They are now seeking an experienced Regulatory Affairs Specialist to ensure continued regulatory compliance across their European business, with a particular focus on chemical safety, transportation, and emerging legislation.
This is a critical role supporting both operational compliance and long-term business continuity. You’ll work cross-functionally across regulatory, R&D, supply chain and logistics to ensure that product documentation and processes meet current UK and EU requirements, particularly in line with REACH, CLP, and other relevant frameworks.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist responsibilities:
* Author, review and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for European products in compliance with UK and international chemical regulations
* Ensure adherence to UK REACH, EU REACH, GB and EU CLP, and PIC regulations, as applicable to the European business
* Prepare and submit Poison Centre Notification (PCN) dossiers; ensure compliance with relevant member state requirements
* Monitor chemical regulatory landscapes for potential risks and restrictions that may impact the business
* Advise logistics teams on the transport of dangerous goods under applicable legislation (ADR, IATA, IMDG, etc.)
* Liaise with external regulatory consultants to manage ongoing compliance projects and submissions
* Partner with R&D teams to review new materials and formulations from a regulatory perspective
* Coordinate with supply chain teams to obtain regulatory information from vendors and maintain up-to-date records
* Apply the Carlisle Operating System (COS) methodologies across compliance tasks and improvement initiatives
Regulatory Affairs Specialist requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Toxicology or closely related field of study.
* Strong working knowledge of GHS, REACH (UK & EU), and SDS authoring practices
* Demonstrated experience with GB HSE and EU ECHA compliance processes and documentation
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams in both the UK and Europe
* Experience with Sphera Intelligent Authoring software is desirable
You’ll be joining a highly respected business with a strong European footprint, committed to safety, innovation and compliance excellence. With a collaborative working environment and a robust operational framework, the company offers opportunities for both professional growth and meaningful impact.
£Comp + relocation assistance + excellent company benefits