Regulatory Affairs Manager - Prague

Regulatory Affairs Manager is responsible for leading technical & regulatory of the products, compliance with regulations concerning research & development, manufacturing, marketing and sales of products in the EMEA region, with a particular focus on Environment, Sustainability and compliance with the European Green Deal regulatory framework.

What will be your key responsibilities:

Stays abreast of regulatory developments in Europe, monitors changes in the regulatory environment, and designs and recommends regulatory strategies to assure compliance of products and initiatives with the applicable regulations
Ensures timely regulatory support and action
Represents the company in the European and National (Czech) Trade association, and assures active engagement with Trade associations’ activities in the area of Environment & Sustainability.
Shapes and influences Trade association agenda.
Fosters positive engagement with regional and global cross-functional teams (R&D, Marketing, C&SL,
Procurement, Manufacturing, Professional Vet Affairs, Legal) as well as with regulatory authorities.
Ensures that product claims and marketing communication, especially in the area of sustainability, are compliant with the applicable legislation
Ensures compliance of packaging, including labeling, with applicable national and EU requirements.
Possesses in-depth knowledge of applicable regulations in the region and translates this knowledge into regulatory strategies and action plans
Researches, updates and maintains regulatory intelligence files. Writes regulatory assessments and regulatory POVs as needed

What experience should you have:

7+ years of experience in Regulatory Affairs preferably in the animal feed / pet food or human food industry.
Proven ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements.
Trade associations’ experience
English proficiency
Knowledge of European regulatory requirements relevant to responsibilities is desirable
Excellent communication skills including interpersonal, writing, presentation and analytical skills
Ability to work with various departments, understand the business perspective; and provide advice, counsel, and leadership to meet market objectives
Ability to interpret issues that may impact the products
Ability to educate appropriate members of the regulatory agencies and trade associations on key issues impacting the company
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Office suites