About the Business
Our client exists to re-engineer nature’s pantry, reimagine human nutrition, and revitalize wellness and the
environment. They believe there has never been a more critical need to evolve health ingredients for human
nutrition and related industries using the power of science and nature to build a more sustainable and healthier
world. Their remarkable journey has transformed from a research & development startup into a global leader within
the algal omega-3 oil industry, encompassing pivotal sectors such as food, beverage, and infant nutrition. Their
commitment to commercializing unique patent-protected technologies, coupled with the expertise of a diverse
team of exceptional research scientists specializing in biology, fermentation, extraction, product quality, and
analytical chemistry, has been the driving force behind their expansion.
The Position
The Director, Regulatory Affairs is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance of current products in existing
markets, reporting on regulatory changes that may impact our clients business, and ensuring the regulatory
strategy supports the business' growth objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• To provide deep expertise in the field and determine regulatory requirements for new and current
products
• Provide strategy, timelines and costs for regulatory approvals/registrations/licenses
• Build and execute a strategy that supports business growth objectives
• Compile competitive intelligence and maintain market awareness to inform regulatory and business
strategy
• Support business growth by (i) supporting established regional teams with deep expertise, and
(ii) addressing customers directly as required from time to time
• Support new product development and continuous improvement and ensure regulatory approvals are
in place/compliance is maintained
• Maintain awareness of changing regulatory environments in which our client operates and report on
regulatory risks and opportunities impacting the business
• Represent the company in discussions with global regulatory authorities
• Support the execution of the company’s recall plan in case of product recall and
withdrawal including communication with authorities
• Take part in customer meetings as required
• Participate in organizational meetings and training as required
• Other duties as required.
Education and Experience:
• Post-secondary degree in science or engineering discipline
• Minimum of 10 years regulatory experience, including a minimum of 5 years of management
experience
• Experience with food/supplements, pharmaceutical or medical devices considered an asset.
Required Skills and Competencies:
• Ability to influence
• Deep global regulatory knowledge for regulated health and nutrition products
• Strong communication skills and ability to negotiate
• Deep technical knowledge of common manufacturing and quality processes in food, supplement and
omega-3 industries
• Ability to distill complex information into an executive summary
• Ability to work in and excel under high stakes situations (product safety recalls, dealing with
regulatory authorities on non-conformities, making product safety decision, etc.)
Role -Commercial
Location -Europe
 
Industry: Specilaity Food & Beverage Ingredients
Location: Europe (Ideally France)
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Industry; Plant Based Food
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Role -Senior management
Location -Europe
 
Industry: Speciality Food & Beverage Ingredients
Location: Europe
Scope: Global