Science and Regulatory Affairs (SRA) Strategic Sustainability Claims Senior Manager

Mars; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Senior Manager for Science and Regulatory Affairs focused on strategic sustainability claims. This pivotal role involves leading global sustainability claim strategies, ensuring compliance, and collaborating on regulatory risk assessments to support sustainable growth. The candidate should have extensive experience in regulatory affairs and a strong background in environmental sciences.

Benefits

Access to Mars University

Industry-leading development support

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in regulatory affairs related to sustainability.
• Experience in a technical environment, including R&D.
• Ability to navigate complex topics and develop sustainability claims.

Responsibilities

• Ensure sustainability claims comply with regulations and are impactful.
• Conduct materiality assessments and mitigate associated risks.
• Maintain a sustainability claims library and monitor regulatory updates.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Influencing skills

Digital literacy

Education

BSc in environmental science/technology or related field

Job description

Job Title: Science and Regulatory Affairs (SRA) Strategic Sustainability Claims Senior Manager, Bristol

Client: Mars

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1de5f2bdcf49

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description

The Science and Regulatory Affairs (SRA) Strategic Sustainability Claims Senior Manager is recognized as a key expert on strategic sustainability claims, supporting Mars Pet Nutrition’s growth and its purpose of A Better World for Pets.

As a vital member of the Global Science and Regulatory Affairs (GSRA) Team, this role will lead the development, activation, and implementation of global sustainability claims. Responsibilities include devising strategies for global innovation projects with sustainability components, conducting regulatory risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating on ingredient approvals with sustainability benefits.

What are we looking for?

• BSc in environmental science/technology, natural/biological science, or regulatory affairs preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in regulatory affairs related to sustainability and environmental issues.
• Experience in a technical environment, including R&D in a business context.
• Proven track record in managing regulatory compliance and risk assessment for sustainability claims.
• Ability to navigate and simplify complex topics.
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills with diverse teams.
• Digital literacy with knowledge management and reporting system skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure sustainability claims comply with regulations and stay updated on relevant standards.
• Partner with teams to develop sustainability claims aligned with compliance and consumer relevance.
• Conduct materiality assessments to prioritize issues and ensure impactful claims.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with sustainability claims.
• Lead efforts to anticipate future claims, ensuring prompt substantiation and regional harmonization.
• Maintain a claims process to ensure efficiency across all claim types.
• Create and maintain a sustainability claims library with documentation and audit support.
• Monitor regulatory environment and legislative developments, updating regional teams.
• Develop external networks with testing houses and authorities to stay informed.
• Assess external stakeholder viewpoints and develop strategies to position claims effectively.
• Deliver training on sustainability claims as needed.
• Collaborate on ingredient assessments to integrate sustainability benefits into new approvals.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse associates guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company committed to building a better tomorrow.
• Access to Mars University and industry-leading development support.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request during the application process.