Senior EU Regulatory Affairs manager (m/f/d)

Job title:

Senior EU Regulatory Affairs manager (m/f/d)

Company

BASF

Job description

WELCOME TO BASFAgriculture plays a fundamental role in fulfilling many of humanity’s basic needs: food, feed, energy. To support growers and those who take care of our environment, BASF develops innovative solutions for farming, pest-, disease- and weed control so that we can effectively contribute to improving people’s lives and business’ demands. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for sustainable agriculture.The Senior EU Regulatory Affairs Manager independently manages the development of regulatory projects, regulatory strategies, submission activities, and registration actions associated with seeds and traits products in the EU. The Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager represents BASF by leading and participating in relevant industry meetings and committees at the EU level with the aim of developing regulatory policies and frameworks within the EU and GB, promoting a science-based globally harmonized approach, and ensuring the early identification of new regulatory requirements.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECTThe business environment is one of fluctuating regulations, guidelines, policies and agency personnel that together with an increased societal and political focus, makes the operating regulatory environment complex and challenging. The Senior EU Regulatory Affairs Manager is expected to develop solutions in diverse situations which require the careful and thorough analysis. Decisions must be made with incomplete facts and demonstrating constructive thinking and broad judgment.

• You independently develop and implement strategies (timelines, resources, data requirements, order of operations) to achieve EU registration of seeds and traits products, taking into account the EU regulatory and political environment, global business priorities, and government approvals in other parts of the world.
• You create regulatory dossier submissions for EU EFSA and other regulatory authorities according to globally harmonized guidelines, drive the development of automated regulatory dossiers in the EU and GB, and coordinate expert responses to questions related to achieving and renewing registrations in line with business plans.
• You engage with EU regulatory agencies and local industry associations on global and EU priority issues, promoting science-based approaches and global harmonization in regulatory matters.
• You use your knowledge of EU government regulations and relationships with key EU regulatory authorities to solve problems that may reduce regulatory impacts and costs and propose advocacy and political strategies to facilitate regulatory progress.
• You ensure 100% field trial compliance and compliance for all regulated crops and organisms’ requirements, responding to potential compliance breaches according to government and internal policies.
• You provide regulatory support and services to internal technical and business teams, company customers, and sub-registrants.
• You advise business teams on local, regional, or global regulatory issues impacting company sales and profit.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• You hold a PhD degree in agriculture field (or related scientific field) with 5 years of experience in a role relevant to the understanding of Seeds dossiers or M.Sc. degree in agriculture field (or related scientific field) with 8 years of experience in a role relevant to the understanding of Seeds dossiers.
• You are fluent in English. Multilingual is highly preferred.
• You have expertise in seeds regulatory affairs in the EU and a good understanding of the scientific and political dimensions for seed products in the EU.
• You have experience successfully obtaining permits and interacting with government agencies and industry organizations.
• You possess comprehensive technical experience in agriculture, biology, or another life sciences discipline.
• You have strong organization, planning, and dossier compilation skills as well as strong analytical and writing skills.
• You possess excellent communication abilities, focusing on concise summarization of technical material, reporting on developments, and negotiating with government personnel by understanding objections and overcoming them.
• You are able to collaborate across different layers of the organization and government systems, building effective networks and applying these networks to advance business needs.
• You are flexible, patient, capable of overcoming complexity, and skilled in diplomacy, negotiation, and solution-finding, with persistence to deal effectively with lengthy project review periods, diverse personalities, potentially conflicting government mandates, and cultural differences among team members.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A permanent contract within an attractive working environment in a professional and motivated team.
• A role with challenging assignments and responsibilities.
• An attractive base salary in relation to your diploma and competencies, an annual bonus, and extra-legal benefits.
• A good work-life balance.

HOW TO REACH USIf you need more information about the process or the vacancy, you can reach our recruiting team .ABOUT USWe are the world’s leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We connect and develop people with diverse talents all over the world.Diversity is our greatest strength!Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us – in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.We aim to form the best team by bringing together people with unique backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Our differences make us stronger and more vibrant. And an open, creative and supportive work environment inspires us to achieve exceptional results.About BASFFind out what BASF has to offer as an employer and why you should join our team.Your applicationHere you find anything you need to know about your application and the application process.Contact usYou have questions about your application or on how to apply in Europe? The BASF Talent Acquisition Europe team is glad to assist you.Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.Gent, BEBASF Belgium Coordination Center CommVResearch & DevelopmentPermanent123097ATS_WCMS_WEBFORM

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Location

Gent, Oost-Vlaanderen

Job date

Tue, 27 May 2025 22:35:26 GMT

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