Advisor, Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, EMEA

Ingredion Incorporated; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food ingredient supplier is seeking an Advisor for Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs in Manchester. The role involves managing product compliance, collaborating on new product introductions, and ensuring regulatory adherence. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree and significant experience in regulatory affairs, alongside strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers a hybrid work model and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health and wellness support

33 vacation days

Flexible work arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Employee recognition program

Pension plan

Company events

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a regulatory affairs role (food & non-food regulation).
• Solid understanding of the ingredients industry landscape and market trends.
• Up-to-date knowledge of EU/UK regulations and Codex International.

Responsibilities

• Manage product regulatory compliance per EU legislation.
• Compile documentation for customer assurance and regulatory input.
• Ensure accurate material safety data sheets are available.

Skills

Strong communicator

Planning and prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Education

University degree in Food Science, Chemistry or Law

Job description

Overview

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Manchester

Workplace Type: Hybrid

The Advisor, Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs (GSRA), EMEA is responsible for providing regulatory support, guidance, and advice to EMEA businesses, in particular Texture Solutions (food) and Industrial solutions. In this role they report to the Head of GSRA EMEA.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance - Manage product regulatory compliance via the evaluation and approval of raw materials & final products, against EU legislative and Codex/JECFA requirements such as GM status, contaminant/pesticide limits, allergen indication. Lead & maintain REACH requirements for EU/UK.
• Customer Assurance & Engagement - Compile and review documentation, including Customer Assurance Statements/Customer Letters and product data sheets. Provide support for allergen listing and regulatory input to export documentation. Attend customer meetings, as necessary, to provide regulatory input on applicable legislative requirements.
• Safety Data - Ensure accurate and current material safety data sheets are available in required format & relevant languages for products marketed in EMEA.
• New Products - Collaborate on relevant NPD project assessments and be responsible for the regulatory compliance of new product introductions via IPA.
• Keeping up to date with changes - Lead Horizon Scanning activities to monitor regulations in the EMEA region.
• Internal Collaboration - Develop a broad set of working relationships across Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, Customer Innovation, Quality Group, Supply Chain and relevant business partners to facilitate regulatory support needs.
• External collaboration - Attend meetings & represent the company on key topics in industry associations in Europe.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• A University degree in Food Science, Chemistry or Law

• Significant experience in a regulatory affairs role (food & non-food regulation)
• Solid understanding of the ingredients (food/non-food) industry landscape and market trends
• Up to date knowledge of pertinent EU/UK regulations, regulatory structure in Europe and Codex International.

Who you are

• Strong communicator with inter-personal skills
• Excellent planning, prioritization, and organizational skills

• Strong at building relationships with both team members and other business departments and experience of working with global, cross-functional teams

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Generous Vacation Policy - Take advantage of 33 vacation days each year (bank holidays included), and benefit of the holiday purchase scheme
• Flexible Work Arrangements - We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Referral Program - Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they're hired
• Company Pension Plan - Secure your future with financial support for retirement.
• Company Events - Join in on our Christmas party, family day, or Sustainability day for fun and connection

We value diversity in our company and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, military status, or disability status.

Ingredion offers support to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If an applicant requires accommodation during the application or selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet their needs.

Privacy Notice: The Applicant Privacy Notice explains how Ingredion uses personal data of applicants and what rights an applicant has in relation to the use of this data for recruitment purposes. This notice applies to applications submitted through Ingredion's career websites and through third parties, such as recruitment agencies, job boards and other means, e.g. by post or e-mail. The announcement can be viewed here:

https://emea.ingredion.com/legal/candidate_privacy_notice.html

Relocation Available: No