Global Chemical Regulatory Affairs Leader

Global Chemical Regulatory Affairs Leader

Title: Environmental Health & Safety Senior Manager – Functional Management (internal)

We are seeking a leader to ensure global regulatory compliance for a broad chemical portfolio across regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure global regulatory compliance enabling business continuity and market access
• Provide strategic direction on current and emerging chemical regulations aligning with industry expectations
• Manage and develop a global regulatory team fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Prioritize and oversee regulatory workflows using structured project management and stage‑gate processes
• Advise product line leaders, commercial teams, and R&D on regulatory requirements and product stewardship
• Support new product introduction and business opportunities by assessing regulatory feasibility, environmental considerations, and long‑term compliance risks
• Oversee preparation and maintenance of regulatory documentation, including SDS, product registrations, and compliance dossiers
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with supply chain, manufacturing, HSE, legal, and commercial teams to embed compliance into processes
• Engage with global regulatory agencies and industry groups to represent the company and stay ahead of developments
• Develop and implement training and awareness programs to strengthen regulatory knowledge organization‑wide
• Drive standardization and best practices across regions to improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance performance
• Create an approachable and solutions‑oriented environment that supports business while upholding regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Strong background in global chemical regulatory legislation within energy, oilfield chemicals, or industrial chemicals sector
• Experience navigating complex, multi‑region regulatory frameworks (e.g., REACH, TSCA, BPR, FIFRA, K‑REACH, DSL)
• Understanding of global supply chains and regulatory implications for chemical manufacturing, transport, and end‑use applications
• Experience managing large and diverse chemical portfolios across multiple product lines and markets
• Ability to interpret evolving legislation and translate requirements into practical business guidance
• Experience engaging with government regulatory agencies, industry bodies, and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership experience developing and managing high‑performing teams
• Strong project management skills, managing competing priorities, regulatory submissions, and compliance timelines
• Experience supporting commercial teams or business functions enabling compliant product introduction and market access
• Track record of developing and delivering training programs to technical and non‑technical audiences
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence across functions and regions

Benefits

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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