Regulatory & Innovation Lead - Antwerp - Specialty Chemicals

For an international industrial group, active in specialty materials we are looking for a Regulatory & Green Innovation Strategy Lead. You will guide the introduction of new, bio-based and environmentally conscious products into key markets - with a strong focus on the European region. Regulatory & Green Innovation Strategy Lead - Antwerp - Specialty Chemicals Our client is a global industrial group with a long-standing presence in the natural resources and specialty materials sector . Headquartered outside of Europe, the company operates across multiple continents and serves key markets in agriculture, energy transition, and advanced manufacturing . The European hub, based in Antwerp , plays a strategic role in coordinating commercial, regulatory, and innovation activities in collaboration with international partners. The organization is currently evolving its portfolio with a stronger focus on bio-based and sustainable solutions , requiring an agile approach to compliance and market readiness. Regulatory & Green Innovation Strategy Lead - Antwerp - Specialty Chemicals Develop and manage regulatory roadmaps for innovative product introductions Research and assess market-specific regulatory requirements across the EU and beyond Build structured timelines, documentation flows , and validation strategies to support product registrations Collaborate with sustainability teams to integrate environmental impact assessments , including carbon footprint metrics Manage interactions with external consultants, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders Act as the project lead for all compliance-related streams tied to product innovation Provide regulatory input to cross-functional innovation or business development projects Regulatory & Green Innovation Strategy Lead - Antwerp - Specialty Chemicals Master's degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Agronomy, Chemistry) 3-5 years of experience in regulatory affairs , ideally within: Specialty chemicals or life sciences Strong understanding of European regulatory frameworks Able to manage projects independently; no direct people management Comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-moving innovation context Fluent in English Willing to travel occasionally (e.g., supplier or partner visits) Regulatory & Green Innovation Strategy Lead - Antwerp - Specialty Chemicals A visible and impactful role within an international and innovation-driven environment High degree of autonomy with close collaboration across global functions Opportunity to help shape sustainable, next-generation solutions in a growing segment Competitive compensation and long-term growth opportunities Chemistry Manufacturing Antwerp Compliance GreenInnovation International Regulatory Affairs Management Impact Dynamic NewChallenge Jobs NewOpportunity Development project, Innovation, VOS, Metric, Innovation, Documentation, Chemistry, Innovation Strategy, Chemicals, Biology, Registration, Life Science, Strategies, Carbon footprint, Regulatory Affairs, Validation, Research, Projects, Regulatory Bodies, Product Innovation, People Management, Sustainability

Location: Antwerp, 2000, BE

Posted Date: 7/2/2025