Regulatory Chemist

Hudson Shribman; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharma company is urgently seeking a Regulatory Chemist to take full ownership of all regulatory responsibilities. This role involves ensuring compliance with international chemical regulations such as REACH and GHS, preparing regulatory notifications, and supporting product safety assessments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry or a related field, along with several years of experience in a similar role. The position is onsite five days a week with some flexibility outside core hours and includes a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Medical insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Annual and loyalty bonus

Qualifications

• Several years of regulatory/compliance experience in chemical, pharma, or related sectors.
• Experience preparing regulatory documents (SDS, TDS, labels, dossiers).
• Must have experience with EU regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with international chemical regulations.
• Prepare and submit regulatory notifications in a timely manner.
• Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets in accordance with legislation.

Skills

Knowledge of chemical legislation (REACH, BPR, GHS)

Regulatory compliance experience

Ability to work across departments

Proficiency with SDS tools and regulatory databases

Education

Degree MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Regulatory Chemist £Competitive Bonus Benefits

Midlands ABJ7596

A leading biopharma company is urgently seeking a Regulatory Chemist with experience in REACh and related regulations. As the company’s only dedicated regulatory professional, the Regulatory Chemist will have full ownership of all regulatory responsibilities, from strategy notifications, submissions etc. A background in polymers, additives, coatings, or biocides is highly desirable.

As the Regulatory Chemist, you will ensure chemical products and raw materials comply with global regulatory standards (REACH, CLP, GHS, BPR, EPA, etc.). You’ll support regulatory submissions, product safety assessments, internal compliance, and act as a liaison with regulatory bodies. This company (SME) has extensive product development experience in polymer materials, coatings, ceramics creating distinctive, high-value products sold worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with international chemical regulations.
• Prepare and submit regulatory notifications to relevant authorities in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with applicable laws and internal compliance requirements.
• Must have EU regs exp.
• Regulatory Compliance & Documentation.
• Ensure compliance with global regulations such as REACH (EU), CLP, GHS, EPA (US), Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR), etc.
• Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labels, and Technical Data Sheets (TDS) in accordance with relevant legislation.
• Prepare and maintain regulatory documents (SDS, TDS, labels, dossiers).
• Assess raw materials/products for regulatory risk and compliance.
• Support internal teams (R&D, Sales, Quality, Marketing) with regulatory guidance.
• Maintain internal regulatory records and databases.
• Monitor global regulatory changes and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Handle biocidal product notifications and regulatory audits.
• Review and interpret test results (e.g., toxicity, biodegradability, VOC levels) relevant to product safety and regulatory claims.
• Support the preparation of marketing and customer documentation with regulatory inputs and claims substantiation.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree MSc or PhD (preferred) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Regulatory Science, or related field.
• Several years’ regulatory/compliance experience in chemical, pharma, or related sectors.
• Must be able to work across departments
• Used to working with 3rd party consultants when necessary
• Strong knowledge of chemical legislation (REACH, BPR (biocidal regs), GHS, etc.).
• Proficiency with SDS tools and regulatory databases

Desirable: Experience with biocides, polymers, environmental regulations, or toxicology.

Onsite 5 days - but some flexibility outside core hours.

Benefits: Offering a contributory pension scheme, medical insurance, and a flexible working arrangement that includes core hours which can give a half day on ‘flexi Friday’. Annual Bonus (around Dec), Loyalty Bonus. If you are the right person for the role, you will be rewarded with further career progression.

To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson,