EMENA Regulatory Affairs Manager

Role Overview

The EMENA Regulatory Affairs Manager oversees regulatory compliance and affairs for the business group across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. This position acts as the primary expert on EU frameworks, driving product compliance strategies while aligning with business growth initiatives. The role balances high-level strategic management of regulatory portfolios with active, hands-on operational oversight of certifications, audits, and committee representation to ensure product market access and support top-line sales growth.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Strategy & Compliance

• Manage and execute regulatory strategies, including the coordination of submissions, approvals, and portfolio maintenance across European markets.
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on EU regulatory frameworks, directives, and legislative changes affecting the business group.
• Lead the transition and preparation for emerging requirements, specifically focusing on environmental and sustainability mandates (e.g., CPR, LCA, EPD, and DPP).
• Provide technical regulatory guidance and review papers to support international markets, including India, Korea, Australia, South Africa, China, Taiwan, Vietnam, and Japan.

Committee Representation & Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent the company in critical industry committees and regulatory bodies, including WG3, CH239, BSI, ARTSM, REMA, and ERF groups.
• Mirror committee work to ensure internal strategies align with industry standards (e.g., Road Sign and Workzone requirements), providing support to national representatives (e.g., NEN, NBN, DIN).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Legal to maintain comprehensive compliance documentation and execute service initiatives.

Operational Excellence & Audits

• Manage the full audit lifecycle for multiple third-party certifiers (e.g., TUV, Ascquer, UTAC, and Silninci Vyvof). This includes coordinating site visits for facilities in the US, Europe, and Asia, and ensuring readiness for CE, ECE/UN104, NF, and TPESC-B certifications.
• Oversee operational compliance activities, such as managing ink specifications for TJ printers, addressing out-of-spec issues with external laboratories, and updating local test reports.
• Maintain active compliance for specific regional requirements, such as annual SASO 2913 certifications for Saudi Arabia and triennial Calcoast certificate tracking.

Business Development & Growth

• Partner with Sales and Marketing to drive top-line growth, identify unmet customer needs, and develop technical solutions that deliver on sales targets.
• Support the sales force by providing technical expertise, analyzing regulatory impacts, and developing strategies to maximize sales of both new and existing products in current and new markets.
• Develop and present insights on market trends (e.g., Vision Zero / 20mph/30kph programs) to internal sales teams to capitalize on regulatory shifts.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Law, or a related scientific/technical discipline.
• Experience: Extensive experience in regulatory affairs within a manufacturing or relevant industrial sector in Europe.
• Technical Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of EU regulatory frameworks, directives, and compliance standards, with specific expertise in managing third-party testing and accredited laboratory relationships.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset to interpret complex legal and technical regulations and manage high-stakes compliance documentation.
• Communication: Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and represent the company effectively in high-level committee meetings.

What we offer

Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Financial Benefits: Enjoy our award-winning pension program, capital-forming benefits, and Corporate Benefits (discounts). You'll also receive Vacation and Christmas bonuses, an Employee Referral Bonus, and tax-free meal allowances (up to €40/month; €25 for non-remote).
• Time Off & Flexibility: Start with 30 vacation days (potential for +3 with trust-based hours) and parental leave according to law. We offer flexible hours, trust-based working hours, and 2 days home office per week or fully remote options depending on your role.
• Well-being & On-site Perks:
  • Access an app for mental health, participate in health campaigns with our company doctor, and get a discounted EMEA-wide sports program (Urban Sports Club). Enjoy a monthly massage service and subsidized on-site meals for site employees.
  • Take advantage of JobBike-Leasing, free parking with EV charging, and various annual events and campaigns. 
• Continuous Development: We invest in you with individual trainings and a personalized individual development plan.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

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Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in the FMCG, apparel, automotive, and pharma industries. Our Schwelm location, founded in 2002, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Label and Packaging Materials and Graphics division and employs approximately 110 talented individuals. Key functions at this site include Sales, Customer Service & Business Development, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.