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Leader, Regulatory Affairs, Food & Food Contact Materials (f/m/d)

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Job Description - Leader, Regulatory Affairs, Food & Food Contact Materials (f/m/d)


Join Us in Shaping the Future of Regulatory Services.


knoell is one of the leading global service providers in regulatory registration, clinical development, and product development support. As a family-owned business, we take pride in our commitment to the highest standards and believe that people are at the heart of our success. With our team of scientific and regulatory experts and an extensive network of partners, we ensure reliable solutions that address our clients' global business needs right from the start.


At knoell, we are guided by our core values of commitment, reliability, excellence and diversity. Are you someone who thrives in a collaborative environment? Do you take pride in delivering high-quality results and upholding excellence in everything you do? At knoell, we are passionate about embracing diverse perspectives, knowing that this fuels innovation and strengthens our impact. If you're ready to be part of a team that values these principles, we want to hear from you!


Think Globally. Act Locally.

In this role, you will help build and lead a growing global Regulatory Affairs team supporting a diverse international client base in food and food contact materials compliance. You will be accountable for the successful delivery of complex regulatory projects from initiation to completion, including capacity planning, budgeting, and day-to-day team operations, while ensuring high-quality outcomes and strong client satisfaction.


  • Act as a subject matter expert for food and food contact materials regulatory projects based on international regulatory frameworks

  • Lead and manage food contact regulatory projects from first client contact through project completion, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality regulatory reports

  • Provide regulatory consulting advice to clients and internal colleagues using global regulatory expertise in food and food contact materials

  • Conduct technical reviews of regulatory compliance assessments and provide regulatory interpretations and guidance

  • Establish and continuously improve standards to enhance performance, quality, and organizational communication

  • Lead, motivate, and manage staff through effective communication, feedback, performance reviews, and conflict management

  • Onboard, mentor, train, and develop team members; support continuous professional development

  • Plan resources, propose hires and terminations, and participate in recruitment and interviews

  • Lead budget planning in collaboration with global and finance leadership

  • Manage capacity utilization of global direct reports to ensure efficient resource use

  • Optimize workloads to maximize project profitability without compromising quality

  • Monitor and adjust team capacity and workloads in collaboration with global leaders

  • Ensure overall project and portfolio profitability

  • Lead the integration of new regulatory experts into global knoell projects

  • Maintain and expand revenue from an existing book of business

  • Retain, develop, and expand relationships with existing clients

  • Network with existing and potential clients to identify new opportunities

  • Monitor customer needs and market trends and communicate insights to the Global Head of Regulatory Affairs, Food and Food Contact Materials

  • Support and lead proposal development in collaboration with clients, proposal authors, project managers, and proposal support teams

  • Ensure overall client satisfaction and delivery of regulatory outputs in line with project proposals

  • Organize, coordinate, and manage multidisciplinary project teams

  • Oversee project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation

  • Analyze project success in collaboration with project controlling and business unit leadership

  • Provide regulatory expertise to support successful project outcomes

  • Ensure clear, timely communication with internal teams, clients, and regulatory authorities

  • Maintain a strong sense of urgency around project execution and deliverables

  • Identify project risks, issues, and corrective actions


  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline; Master’s or PhD preferred

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in food and/or food contact materials regulatory compliance or authorization

  • Experience working within national and/or international regulatory environments

  • Strong working knowledge of US FDA, EU, and/or other global food and food contact materials regulations

  • Previous people management or direct supervisory experience preferred

  • Project management experience or certification (e.g., Six Sigma, PMI) is an advantage

  • Experience working in a consulting environment and/or with suppliers

  • Proven ability to manage teams and complex projects in a global setting

  • Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and prioritization abilities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are an asset

  • Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a global, cross-functional team


  • Work in a dynamic family-owned business environment with an international team where new ideas, creative approaches, and collaboration are valued. You will have the opportunity to work with market leaders in our industry.

  • Development is at the core of our culture. At knoell, we offer opportunities to support your personal, leadership, and technical growth, including English language courses to help you communicate effectively in our business language.

  • We value work-life balance and support part-time arrangements where business requirements allow.

  • At knoell, you can participate in our global employee referral program and get rewarded for referring talent to the company.

  • For our U.S.-based colleagues, knoell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.

  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

  • knoell is a drug-free workplace. New hires may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

  • knoell complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed during the application or interview process, please contact our Global Recruiting department.

  • The above description is intended to reflect the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions, and management reserves the right to revise it at any time.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. If you're looking to join a global leader in regulatory and clinical services, where you can make a real impact and contribute to a team that values your contributions, then knoell is the place for you.


We look forward to receiving your application! 



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