Product Compliance Manager

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH; Søborg; Hybrid; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH in Søborg seeks a Product Compliance Manager to ensure membrane products meet regulatory and industry requirements across markets. You will collaborate with R&D, Operations, Quality, Sourcing, Engineering, and corporate functions to embed compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

You will lead compliance strategies, monitor regulatory developments, coordinate testing and certification, and maintain documentation.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in product compliance or regulatory affairs in a regulated industry.
• Master's degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, mechanical engineering, or related field; PhD advantageous.
• Experience with product testing, certification, and approval processes across markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compliance strategies for new and existing products.
• Monitor legislation, standards, and regulatory developments and assess impact on products.
• Identify compliance risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Coordinate product testing, certification, and approval activities.
• Prepare, review, and maintain compliance documentation (certificates, declarations, technical files).
• Ensure products meet requirements to enter and remain in target markets.
• Provide guidance on compliance requirements across the organization.
• Work with regulatory authorities, third-party labs, certification bodies, and customers.
• Lead compliance-related projects to strengthen processes.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Risk assessment

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in chemical engineering/chemistry/mechanical engineering

PhD (advantage)

Tools

Regulatory databases

Documentation management

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers, and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water, and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About The Job

As our new Product Compliance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that Alfa Laval’s membrane products meet relevant regulatory, legal, and industry requirements across the markets where we operate.

Working closely with R&D, Operations, Quality, Sourcing, Engineering & Supply, and other stakeholders including corporate functions, you will ensure compliance is embedded throughout the product lifecycle. You will combine regulatory expertise with practical problem-solving, stakeholder management, and project leadership to turn complex requirements into clear actions and sustainable solutions.

• Develop and implement compliance strategies for new and existing products.
• Where relevant, monitor legislation, standards, and regulatory developments and assess their impact on our membrane products.
• Identify compliance risks and develop appropriate mitigation plans.
• Coordinate product testing, certification, and approval activities.
• Prepare, review, and maintain compliance documentation, including certificates, declarations, and technical files.
• Ensure products meet the requirements needed to enter and remain in target markets.
• Provide guidance and support to teams across the organization on compliance requirements and best practices.
• Work with regulatory authorities, third-party laboratories, certification bodies, and customers.
• Lead compliance-related projects and initiatives to strengthen our processes and ways of working.

At Alfa Laval, we embrace a hybrid work model, providing you with flexibility to work from home when it aligns with your tasks, as well as flexible working hours to support a healthy balance between work and personal life. This position is based at our Søborg office, with an expected travel commitment of approximately 25–30 days per year.

What You Know

• You bring 5–10 years of experience in product compliance, regulatory affairs, , or a related field, preferably within a regulated industry such as food or pharma.
• You have a master’s degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A PhD is an advantage.
• You have proven experience with product testing, certification, and approval processes across different markets.
• You have experience managing compliance-related projects and coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders.
• You have strong experience and knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks such as Food Contact Material Regulations (EU, USA, China, Japan) REACH, , USDA, CE, RoHS, and cyber security requirements.
• Knowledge in pharma requirements is a plus.
• Experience within the membrane industry is an advantage.
• You have full professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

About You

You are a proactive and self-driven professional who combines strong judgement with an analytical and structured approach to compliance and risk. You are comfortable navigating complex issues, making sound decisions, and acting before potential compliance risks become business challenges. You pay close attention to detail while keeping the broader business perspective in mind. You build strong relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders across the organization as well as with external authorities and partners. You are collaborative and able to achieve results through others, while taking ownership and working independently when needed. Curious and agile by nature, you continuously develop your knowledge and stay ahead of changes in regulations, industry trends, and best practices.

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes.

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers, and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water, and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.