Business Compliance Specialist

Element Solutions; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401k with company matching

Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

9 holidays

Bonus program

Job summary

Element Solutions Inc. is seeking a Business Compliance Specialist to serve as the regulatory compliance interface for the BU, embedding regulatory considerations into business activities and commercialization decisions.

You will conduct marketability and due diligence assessments, maintain regulatory impact assessments, and drive data quality and governance with cross-functional teams. The role requires a chemistry/regulated discipline background, 3–7 years in regulatory affairs, and knowledge

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Toxicology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• 3-7 years of experience in regulatory affairs, product stewardship, chemical compliance, product safety, or related technical functions.
• Working knowledge of global chemical regulations and hazard communication frameworks (e.g., REACH, TSCA, GHS, regional chemical inventories).

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence assessments for new raw materials, products, suppliers, and market opportunities based on business priorities.
• Evaluate product and raw material marketability across global markets and identify regulatory constraints.
• Support product development and commercialization activities through timely regulatory assessments.
• Escalate regulatory risks and concerns to the Manager, BU Regulatory Partner.
• Monitor and maintain regulatory impact assessments for assigned products and raw materials.
• Support compliance reviews related to changing regulations affecting the BU business portfolio.
• Assist in developing and implementing compliance action plans and mitigation strategies.
• Support BU compliance readiness and license-to-operate activities.
• Act as a liaison between BU stakeholders and Regulatory Operations on assigned activities.
• Facilitate information gathering and provide regulatory input during business projects and product initiatives.
• Support communication of regulatory requirements and impacts in business-relevant terms.
• Assist in maintaining governance processes, operating procedures, and regulatory workflows.
• Participate in BU regulatory projects including product launches, reformulations, market expansions, and compliance programs.
• Support project planning, coordination, tracking, and follow-up activities.
• Help ensure regulatory deliverables and stakeholder commitments are completed according to agreed timelines.
• Identify opportunities to improve regulatory processes, efficiency, data quality, and stakeholder engagement.
• Support implementation of standard work practices and governance frameworks.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

Data governance

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Regulatory communications

Education

Science degree (Chemistry / Chemical Engineering or related)

Job description

Element Solutions

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi-step technological processes, our innovative solutions enable our customer manufacturing processes in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, and offshore energy.

Customers of our businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on us to help them navigate in fast-paced, high-growth markets. For example, in-care technology, from infotainment to driver assistance, is accelerating the paste of new product development and automotive markets, and with a deep market expertise in electronics, we sit at the intersection of the fast-growing market, changing the competitive playing field for automotive manufacturers, with a long-standing presence.

We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'-our '5C's'; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?

The Business Compliance Specialist serves as the regulatory compliance interface for the Business Unit, supporting the Manager, BU Regulatory Partner in ensuring regulatory considerations are embedded into business activities and commercialization decisions.

The role is responsible for conducting marketability and due diligence assessments, maintaining regulatory impact assessments for products and raw materials, supporting regulatory compliance initiatives, and helping drive data quality and governance within the BU.

The position acts as a key facilitator between Business Unit stakeholders and Regulatory Operations, helping ensure regulatory activities are aligned with business priorities and executed efficiently, accurately, and on time.

What will you be doing?

Due Diligence & Marketability Assessments

• Conduct due diligence assessments for new raw materials, products, suppliers, and market opportunities based on business priorities.
• Evaluate product and raw material marketability across global markets and identify regulatory constraints.
• Support product development and commercialization activities through timely regulatory assessments.
• Escalate regulatory risks and concerns to the Manager, BU Regulatory Partner.

Regulatory Impact Assessment & Compliance Management

• Monitor and maintain regulatory impact assessments for assigned products and raw materials.
• Support compliance reviews related to changing regulations affecting the BU business portfolio.
• Assist in developing and implementing compliance action plans and mitigation strategies.
• Support BU compliance readiness and license-to-operate activities.

Business Unit Data Quality & Governance

• Support maintenance of regulatory data for raw materials and finished products.
• Work with business stakeholders to improve completeness, accuracy, and consistency of source data.
• Identify data quality gaps and coordinate remediation activities.
• Support implementation of validation rules, data governance processes, and supplier data requirements.

BU-Regulatory Coordination & Stakeholder Support

• Act as a liaison between BU stakeholders and Regulatory Operations on assigned activities.
• Facilitate information gathering and provide regulatory input during business projects and product initiatives.
• Support communication of regulatory requirements and impacts in business-relevant terms.
• Assist in maintaining governance processes, operating procedures, and regulatory workflows.

Regulatory Project Support

Participate in BU regulatory projects including product launches, reformulations, market expansions, and compliance programs.

• Support project planning, coordination, tracking, and follow-up activities.
• Help ensure regulatory deliverables and stakeholder commitments are completed according to agreed timelines.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve regulatory processes, efficiency, data quality, and stakeholder engagement.
• Support implementation of standard work practices and governance frameworks.

Who are You?

Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Toxicology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.

• 3-7 years of experience in regulatory affairs, product stewardship, chemical compliance, product safety, or related technical functions.
• Working knowledge of global chemical regulations and hazard communication frameworks (e.g., REACH, TSCA, GHS, regional chemical inventories).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting commercial businesses, product management, product stewardship, or product development activities.
• Experience conducting marketability assessments, due diligence reviews, or compliance evaluations for chemical products.
• Experience working within cross-functional global organizations.

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above. If you believe you have the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

What competencies will you need?

Regulatory Knowledge & Compliance Mindset

• Strong understanding of chemical regulatory requirements and compliance principles.
• Ability to interpret regulations and assess potential business impacts.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Strong analytical ability with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to identify risks, assess impacts, and recommend practical solutions.

Data & Quality Focus

• Strong commitment to data integrity, process discipline, and continuous improvement.
• Experience working with technical and regulatory data systems is preferred.

Project Coordination & Organization

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate activities across stakeholders.
• Strong planning, organization, and follow-through capabilities.

Communication & Collaboration

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to communicate technical regulatory concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Effective collaboration across business, technical, and regulatory functions.

We are Offering...

As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, you will also participate in a generous performance-related bonus plan. In addition, you will also receive a 401k plan with company matching, Life Insurance, and Medical Insurance as well as 9 holidays.

The typical base salary range for this position is anticipated to be between $80k and $101k annually.

Teamwork - At Element Solutions Inc, you will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.

Socially Responsible - We care about what you care about. We respect the individual differences that make up our unique expanding organization. We prioritize both sustainability and social impact in both our business operations and our local communities through our various ESI Cares initiatives and the ESI Foundation. There are many ways to get involved from employee network groups that support your interests and sense of belonging to paid volunteer days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.