Regulatory Compliance Manager EMEA

Description

•  Provide technical and regulatory leadership across the EMEA region, advising on product design, specifications, performance, and agency qualification requirements to ensure full compliance.
•  Serve as the lead technical problem solver for EMEAI agencies and local authorities, partnering with Sales and Regulatory teams to resolve complex certification issues and maintain product and facility approvals.
•  Act as a subject matter expert for Technology Managers, Engineers, and Product/Project Managers on technical requirements, test methods, applicable standards, and product marking.
•  Supervise and develop regulatory team members through performance management, mentorship, and professional development.
•  Collaborate with the Director of GRC to develop and implement EMEA regulatory strategies, policies, procedures, and analytics that support compliance excellence and operational efficiency.
•  Review, interpret, and communicate technical specifications, industry standards, and EU Directives, translating regulatory requirements into practical guidance.
•  Drive continuous improvement of regulatory processes and systems, including databases, reporting tools, documentation, and external publications.
•  Develop and maintain regulatory templates supporting local and regional regulations, including Declarations of Conformity and compliance statements.
•  Represent Victaulic on standards committees and technical working groups, contributing to global and regional codes and standards.
•  Ensure compliance with document management policies (EOG-26) related to data security, confidentiality, and record retention.
•  Lead special projects as assigned to advance regulatory objectives and strategic initiatives.
•  Promote cross-functional collaboration to integrate compliance requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

•  Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
•  10-15 years of progressive technical experience in product certification, regulatory compliance, and approval processes within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
•  Demonstrated experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity with proven ability to direct and develop teams
•  Comprehensive knowledge of EMEA regulatory frameworks, including EU Directives, CE marking requirements, and regional compliance standards
•  Strong ability to review, interpret, and apply technical drawings, engineering specifications, and regulatory documentation
•  Outstanding organizational and priority-setting abilities with a track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously
•  Strong interpersonal skills and professional presence suitable for representing Victaulic with external agencies, certification bodies, and industry organizations
•  Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (up to 25-30%)
•  Proficiency in English required; additional European languages advantageous
•  Professional certifications in regulatory compliance, quality management, or related fields preferred