Sr Manager EMEA Advocacy & Regulatory Intelligence

Ansell Limited; Belgique; Hybride; EUR 100 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible work environment

Remote-friendly environment

Opportunities for growth

Résumé du poste

Ansell is seeking a Sr Manager EMEA Advocacy & Regulatory Intelligence in Brussels, Belgium to lead regulatory intelligence, advocacy, and strategy across the EMEA region. The role partners with global leadership to translate regulations into actionable plans and shape market access.

You will drive external engagement with authorities and industry bodies, develop position papers, deliver training, and run customer-facing webinars, while strengthening Ansell's regulatory voice.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in regulatory affairs, public policy, advocacy, or government relations within a global organization.
• Experience engaging with regulators, policymakers, and standards bodies at regional and international levels.
• Fluency in English and Dutch.

Responsabilités

• Lead regulatory intelligence, advocacy, and regulatory standards monitoring for PPE/MD across EMEA.
• Support global regulatory strategy with EMEA-specific insights and impact assessments.
• Translate evolving regulations into actionable plans and provide training and customer-facing initiatives such as webinars.

Connaissances

Regulatory affairs

Advocacy

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Dutch

English

Description du poste

Job Description

Description

Ansell is looking for a Sr Manager EMEA Advocacy & Regulatory Intelligence to join our team Brussels, Belgium!

Description - External

Why Ansell?

At Ansell, by staying two steps ahead of workplace risk we aim to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people's quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear, to keep workers safe and productive in industrial, medical, and consumer applications.

The role will lead regulatory intelligence, strategy support, and external advocacy for PPE and Medical Devices across the EMEA region, ensuring alignment with evolving regulations and standards. It plays a key role in shaping global regulatory strategy in partnership with global leadership, while actively monitoring and influencing regulatory developments. Additionally, the role translates regulatory requirements into actionable plans and provides strong internal and external leadership through stakeholder engagement, training, and customer-facing initiatives such as webinars.

What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer?

• Competitive compensation, including a performance-based annual incentive
• Flexible and remote working environment
• A culture of belonging and inclusion, where collaboration thrives and everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered, across our global community
• Ansell University programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills
• Opportunities to advance and grow within the company

What your role will be?

Support global regulatory strategy with EMEA-specific insights, intelligence, and impact assessments.

Contribute to regulatory roadmaps, priorities, and forward-looking strategies aligned with business goals.

Lead regulatory intelligence and standards monitoring for PPE and MD across EMEA.

Analyze and communicate evolving regulations, standards, and guidance proactively.

Provide expert regulatory advice to cross-functional stakeholders across regions.

Anticipate regulatory trends and assess impact on product portfolios and market access.

Represent the company and influence regulations through engagement with authorities, standards bodies, and industry associations.

Participate in working groups, panels, and advocacy initiatives.

Support development of position papers and advocacy strategies.

Act as a recognized regulatory voice within the EMEA region.

Translate complex regulations into clear, actionable guidance.

Support cross-functional teams on compliance pathways and product lifecycle activities.

Deliver internal training and act as a key escalation point for regulatory topics.

Promote consistent interpretation and application of regulatory requirements.

Partner on implementation of new and evolving regulatory changes.

Design and deliver customer-facing webinars and presentations.

Support customer discussions on regulatory topics and standards.

Strengthen the company’s reputation as a trusted regulatory partner.

Lead regulatory intelligence, advocacy, and lobbying in key EMEA markets.

Monitor developments and provide advisory support across additional regional markets.

What will you bring to Ansell?

Education

Proven ability to lead global or multi-regional teams in complex, matrixed environments.

Experience engaging directly with regulators, policymakers, and standards-setting bodies at both regional and international levels.

Job Experience

Preferably 7-10 years of experience in regulatory affairs, public policy, advocacy, or government relations within a global organization.

Knowledge and Skills

Deep understanding of global regulatory frameworks and policy-making systems.

Strong strategic thinking, analytical capability, and business acumen.

Executive-level communication skills, including the ability to deliver Board-ready briefings.

Strong influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills across cultures and geographies.

Fluency in English and Dutch.

Inclusive, collaborative leader with the ability to influence without authority.

Demonstrates high integrity, sound judgment, and a strong ethical compass.

Comfortable managing ambiguity, change, and sensitive or high-risk situations.

Results-oriented, resilient, and proactive in driving outcomes.

Strong alignment with Ansell Values: Whatever you do, take PRIDE:

• Passion
• Reliable
• Integrity
• Deliver
• Empowerment

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ansell is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, marital status, parental status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Ansell. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Ansell is an EO Employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories.

Our Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion: Ansell's vision is about creating safe spaces where all perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. When we say that everyone deserves to belong, feel included and empowered at work., it's not just words. We want applicants to know that we endeavor to create an inclusive environment that will consider all, regardless of age, gender, background, disability, veteran status, or experience alone! It’s what drives Ansell as an organization towards a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate, it’s what drives us to serve our customers and stakeholders with pride, and it’s what differentiates Ansell.

Primary Location

Work Locations

BE Brussels Riverside Business Park-Block J Riverside Business Park-Block J Internationalelaan 55 BRUSSELS 1070