Global Regulatory Compliance Director

Yara International ASA; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Yara International ASA is seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Director - HESQ to establish and lead the global Regulatory Compliance Centre of Excellence. Reporting to the VP Product Stewardship and Compliance, you will build a consistent framework that helps the organization anticipate regulatory change, manage risk and translate complex requirements into practical actions.

The role is highly visible with senior stakeholder exposure across functions, operations and geographies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, regulatory affairs, law, materials science, quality management or related discipline.
• Extensive relevant professional experience in regulatory compliance.
• Proven problem-solving and project management abilities.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Collaborative leadership across teams and geographies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the global HESQ regulatory compliance framework and governance.
• Oversee regulatory monitoring, assessment, implementation, verification, reporting and follow-up.
• Advise senior leaders on regulatory requirements and risks.
• Coordinate regulatory documentation, permits and registrations.
• Manage relationships with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders.
• Build knowledge management and training across the function.
• Partner with Product Compliance, Quality, Legal, Supply Chain and other areas.
• Lead the Regulatory Expert team and develop capabilities.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Leadership

English proficiency

Communication

Negotiation

Influencing skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree (engineering/regulatory/law/materials/quality)

Job description

Yara International ASA is seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Director - HESQ to establish and lead the global Regulatory Compliance Centre of Excellence. Reporting to the VP Product Stewardship and Compliance, you will build a consistent framework that helps the organization anticipate regulatory change, manage risk and translate complex requirements into practical actions.

The role is highly visible with senior stakeholder exposure across functions, operations and geographies.