Global Head of Regulatory Affairs

TN United Kingdom; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Global Head of Regulatory Affairs to lead a dynamic team in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. This role involves managing Global Product Science Leaders, ensuring alignment with business priorities, and fostering communication across departments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in regulatory affairs, particularly in the pesticide industry, and a strong educational background in science. If you're passionate about driving innovation and influencing regulatory practices, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, focusing on global strategy.
• Bachelor's degree in science; advanced degrees preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Global Product Science Leads and ensure team alignment.
• Lead development of databases supporting product portfolio.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Cross-functional team influence

Innovation in regulatory practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or related field

Master’s or Doctorate in science or regulatory discipline

Job description

Global Head of Regulatory Affairs, Harpenden

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Yes

Job Reference:

927e63b1695e

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13

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

The Global Head of Regulatory Affairs (GHRA) reports to the Head of R&D. The GHRA is responsible for managing the Global Product Science Leaders (including Product Sciences, Human Health Sciences, and Environmental Sciences). The GHRA will navigate the increased complexity and interdependence among science disciplines that underpin Gowan’s selection, development, and registration of crop protection solutions. Maintaining relationships with regulatory authorities in key regions such as the US EPA, the European Union, and Latin America is essential. The GHRA must stay connected to the business to understand Gowan’s commercial priorities and needs. This will be achieved by leading, challenging, and creating opportunities across multiple scientific and regulatory domains.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Supervise Global Product Science Leads and Regulatory Managers, ensuring the team aligns with business priorities and stays abreast of global regulatory and scientific trends.
2. Lead the development and safeguarding of databases supporting Gowan’s portfolio and pipeline worldwide.
3. Facilitate scientific discussions and support company plans and product-specific actions. Collaborate with R&D personnel globally to deepen internal product knowledge. Work with Development and Formulations teams to identify, develop, and implement opportunities.
4. Promote communication and alignment with supply, quality, and manufacturing teams to assess needs and implications of changes within product supply strategies.
5. Collaborate with Regional Agriculture Relations functions to communicate, advocate, and defend the technical attributes of Gowan products both internally and externally.
6. Represent regulatory positions and strategies, either directly or through delegates, on Asset Teams. Guide new product selection with Business Development and synchronize new product advancement with Development. Participate in Gowan Group task forces and internal projects to improve processes.
7. Manage group responsibilities including budgeting, people development, and succession planning.
8. Educate employees and stakeholders (including customers) to understand the regulatory process and its importance for human and environmental protection.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in science or a related field; a Master’s or Doctorate in a science or regulatory discipline is preferred.
2. At least 15 years of extensive experience in regulatory affairs, with a focus on global strategy and multi-year planning in the pesticide industry.

Required Skills and Attributes:

1. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
4. Proactive, adaptable, and capable of driving innovation in regulatory practices.