Europe Regulatory Affairs Manager — Hybrid/Remote

Albemarle; Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Albemarle in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, seeks a Manager Regulatory Affairs, Europe to lead EU regulatory initiatives for lithium and bromine products. You will collaborate with the Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs, Europe and coordinate across functions to shape regulatory guidance.

The role is hybrid (home 4 days/week) and located in Louvain-la-Neuve. A Master’s degree and English proficiency are required, with additional European language a plus, as the company supports a

Qualifications

• Five+ years of experience in environment, sustainability, chemicals or raw materials.
• Experience in European institutions, trade associations, corporations or NGOs.
• Experience with chemicals management, REACH, CLP, eco-design and/or circular economy.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field; a science background is an advantage.
• English as working language; additional European language is a plus.
• Experience advising business leaders.
• Background in chemicals or raw materials industry.
• Project management experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess EU regulatory developments relevant to lithium, bromine and related value chains.
• Translate complex regulatory developments into clear business implications for internal stakeholders.
• Develop the company’s overall strategy on EU regulatory matters for lithium and bromine products.
• Take the lead on regulatory initiatives and projects (REACH, CLP, OSH, Industrial Emissions Directive, the Circular Economy Package, the Water Framework Directive and ESPR).
• Engage with regulators, trade associations and external stakeholders to explain Albemarle’s positions, in coordination with the External Affairs team.
• Prepare internal briefings, position papers, consultation responses and advocacy materials.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Drafting and communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Chemistry

Chemical engineering

Environmental science

Tools

REACH knowledge

CLP knowledge

Job description

Albemarle in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, seeks a Manager Regulatory Affairs, Europe to lead EU regulatory initiatives for lithium and bromine products. You will collaborate with the Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs, Europe and coordinate across functions to shape regulatory guidance.

The role is hybrid (home 4 days/week) and located in Louvain-la-Neuve. A Master’s degree and English proficiency are required, with additional European language a plus, as the company supports a