Country Regulatory Manager UK & Ireland

About us

At Certis Belchim, we work every day to further develop and broaden the landscape of crop protection and Plant Health. Our ambition is to provide integrated programmes that combine biorational and chemical solutions, thereby supporting growers and supply chain partners in addressing the challenges of sustainable plant health and crop production, as well as the increasingly stringent requirements within the value chain.

Thanks to our Japanese shareholders and strategic suppliers, we have access to cutting-edge technologies and innovative expertise in the field of Plant Health and crop protection. This unique combination of international innovation strength and local market knowledge enables us to develop distinctive, future-proof solutions.

Our European headquarters are located in Londerzeel (Belgium) and Utrecht (The Netherlands). From more than 23 countries worldwide, over 800 dedicated colleagues work together towards a shared goal: contributing to healthy crops, sustainable agriculture and a resilient food supply chain.

Within Certis Belchim, there is an open and informal working atmosphere, with colleagues who are passionate about their profession and the impact they make within Plant Health. We offer a working environment in which professionals are given the space to take initiative, develop themselves and accelerate their careers. Through a pragmatic approach and strong collaboration, we jointly create a positive impact on our sector and beyond.

About your team

As a key member of the global Regulatory Affairs team, reporting to the Regulatory Team Lead - Global Registrations, you will operate at the intersection of global strategy and local market execution.

You will collaborate closely with international colleagues across Regulatory, Development, Marketing and Commercial functions, while acting as the primary regulatory interface for the UK & Ireland organisation. In this role, you are a trusted advisor to the UK & Ireland Management Team, ensuring regulatory priorities are fully embedded into business strategy and decision-making.

Within this role, you will own the country-level regulatory strategy with significant business impact, positioning yourself as a key contributor to the success of the UK & Ireland business.

The team is widely recognised in the market as a high-performing and expert regulatory partner, known for its quality, engagement and forward-thinking approach. You will also represent the organisation externally, engaging with industry bodies such as CropLife UK, as well as relevant Irish and UK associations, and building strong relationships with authorities, technical institutes and key stakeholders within the UK & Ireland regulatory landscape.

About your job

In this senior role, you will lead complex regulatory activities with a high degree of autonomy, owning strategic dossiers and driving regulatory outcomes that directly impact business success in the UK & Ireland. You will own country-level regulatory strategy with significant business impact, acting as a key link between regulatory developments and commercial performance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Defining and executing the regulatory strategy for the UK & Ireland, including ownership of high-impact and strategic registration dossiers
• Acting as the primary regulatory advisor to the UK & Ireland Management Team, translating regulatory developments into clear business implications and strategic recommendations
• Leading and managing complex regulatory projects end-to-end, including timelines, budgets
• Applying expert judgement to interpret complex regulations, and industry trends, positioning yourself as a technical lead within your field
• Building and maintaining deep expertise in UK (CRD/HSE) and Ireland (PCS) regulatory frameworks, while understanding alignment and divergence from EU regulations
• Monitoring political, regulatory and societal developments, including post-Brexit changes, and using these insights to shape forward-looking product and regulatory strategies
• Representing the organisation externally through bodies such as CropLife UK and relevant associations, actively contributing to industry dialogue and influencing regulatory developments
• Overseeing the preparation, and submission of high-quality regulatory dossiers supporting product registrations and lifecycle management
• Providing expert guidance, coaching and direction to cross-functional teams, strengthening capability and ensuring delivery excellence
• Collaborating across functions to ensure regulatory requirements are seamlessly integrated into product development and commercial initiatives
• Driving continuous improvement and innovation in regulatory processes, tools and ways of working

You will operate with a high level of independence, with leadership guidance focused on outcomes, enabling you to shape both regulatory strategy and business impact.

About you

You are an experienced regulatory professional who combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and the ability to influence at senior level. You are comfortable operating with autonomy and ownership and are motivated by roles where you can shape direction, not just execute. You take pride in building credibility as a trusted expert, both internally and externally.

This is what you bring

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in agriculture, biology, chemistry or a related scientific discipline
• Significant experience in Regulatory Affairs, Product Registration within the plant protection or agrobusiness sector
• Strong and current knowledge of UK and Irish regulatory frameworks, with an understanding of EU regulations
• Proven experience managing complex dossiers and regulatory projects, including planning, prioritisation responsibility
• Experience in owning or significantly contributing to country-level regulatory strategy and business-critical decision-making
• The ability to analyse and interpret regulatory requirements, regulations and trends, translating these into clear and actionable business recommendations
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with confidence working with senior leaders and external partners, including regulatory authorities
• Excellent communication skills in English
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, innovation and impact

Working with us means

Working with us means joining a regulatory team that is recognised in the market as a high-standard, expert and trusted partner in Plant Health. Our work does not just follow regulations, it helps shape how innovation reaches the market safely and sustainably.

Here, with us, your expertise truly matters. You will operate in a role where you can make visible impact, influence strategic decisions and contribute to solutions that support the future of sustainable agriculture.

You can expect:

• A flexible home-office–based role, giving you the freedom to organise your work where it suits you best. If you live near our offices in Montigny-le-Bretonneux or Lissieu, you are more than welcome to regularly work from the office and connect with colleagues 
• Travel will occasionally be required for team meetings and key moments of collaboration, ensuring strong relationships while maintaining flexibility in your day-to-day work
• A role that combines office-based work with regular interaction across markets and functions, keeping you closely connected to both the business and real-world agricultural impact
• Being part of a truly international environment, with colleagues across Europe — working globally while staying locally relevant
• A varied and highly autonomous role, where you take ownership of strategic regulatory topics and are trusted to lead, decide and deliver
• A competitive salary in the range £57,500 (depending on experience), complemented by a 12.5% performance-related annual bonus that recognises your contribution from the start
• A culture built on our Certis Belchim values: Collaboration, Creativity, Passion, Integrity and Ambition, not just as words, but embedded in how we work, partner and succeed together
• A growth-oriented environment where you are encouraged to develop your expertise, strengthen your leadership capabilities and shape your own career path
• Access to a learning academy, combined with regular feedback and coaching to support your continuous development
• A healthy work–life balance, supported by flexible working hours and a culture that recognises that wellbeing and performance go hand in hand
• A people-first organisation, where success is driven by teamwork, respect and genuine connection
• The opportunity to join a well-established and respected industry player and to contribute to a regulatory team that sets the benchmark for quality, engagement and expertise in the market
• A comprehensive benefits package, including extended health care insurance, a home office and internet allowance, and a competitive pension scheme

Inspired?

For more information about this role, please contact Rebecca van Emden, HR Business Partner at rebecca.vanemden@Certisbelchim.com. If you are interested, you can apply easily via our Job Portal and we look forward to receiving your CV and short motivation.

Filling in on a freelance basis is not desired and acquisition is not appreciated.