Regulatory Manager CONTRACTOR (Food / Packaging) EMEA c£500-£700 ltd/ day
ABJ6717
Remote: Occasional onsite visits
6-9 months initially
As an experienced regulatory manager working with the Head of Materials Compliance, you will support the delivery of the organisations EMEA regulatory strategy and mitigation of regional legal and compliance risks in the food manufacturing and packaging sector
The Regulatory Affairs Manager leads the application of regulatory requirements across a packaging-focused business, ensuring products consistently meet stringent Food Contact, Chemical, and Environmental safety standards.
As an experienced Regulatory Manager, you will act as a technical lead, partnering with Sales, Operations, and R&D to translate complex regulatory changes (including REACH and PPWR) into practical business guidance.
As Regulatory Affairs Manager with experience in food packaging you will monitor evolving regulatory landscapes, engages with industry bodies, and ensures compliance documentation is accurate, robust, and aligned with customer and legal requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Strategy & Brand Protection
Lead regulatory response strategy for key global customers
Author and review Declarations of Compliance (DoCs) and technical position papers
Act as technical authority in customer meetings on regulatory and compliance matters
Translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, practical business guidance
Supplier Governance & Audit
Approve raw materials used in packaging applications (e.g., coatings, inks, compounds)
Support supplier qualification and regulatory approval processes
Participate in supplier audits and coordinate third-party testing where required
Ensure transparency of material data and manage supplier regulatory documentation
Regulatory Intelligence & Industry Engagement
Monitor regulatory developments across EMEA (REACH, CLP, PPWR, Food Contact)
Represent the business in relevant trade associations and industry groups
Provide regulatory impact assessments and executive summaries to senior leadership
Support proactive mitigation of emerging regulatory risks
Functional Support & Leadership
Provide technical guidance to a small team
Maintain regulatory documentation systems and ensure consistency of data
Qualifications / Experience
Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science or related discipline
Strong knowledge of EU Food Contact legislation (e.g. Framework Regulation (EC) 1935/2004)
Working knowledge of REACH, CLP, and packaging regulations (including PPWR)
Experience producing Declarations of Compliance and regulatory documentation
Ability to interpret legislation and translate into business impact
Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
Experience working in packaging, materials, chemicals, or manufacturing environments
Desirable
Supplier audit experience (Lead Auditor certification advantageous)
Experience with regulatory databases (e.g. SharePoint, SAP systems)
Exposure to circular economy or sustainability-driven packaging regulation
Ability to travel as required with the role on occasion (European)
Salary dependent on experience
To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson, job ref ABJ6717 on 07814547440 or preferably apply to
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