Head of Chemical Regulations

Our products range from liquid soaps, skin care, air care, hard surface cleaners, and sanitisers to rodenticides, insecticides, repellents, and attractants. This role will be responsible for developing and bringing to market new and modified products that deliver innovative solutions to meet the requirements for cost, quality, service, safety, and environmental considerations, helping the business address market opportunities. The incumbent will assess new technologies related to consumable products and manage multiple product development projects to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Marketing and Innovation teams to develop, scale-up (where necessary), modify and update all formulations and associated packaging to meet business requirements.
• Identify gaps in the portfolio and new product requirements in collaboration with M&I and business colleagues.
• Ensure that all products brought to market comply with regulations in all geographies sold, supporting the Product Development Director to give final approval and compliance assurance to the Rentokil Initial Executive Leadership Team.
• Coordinate all change projects associated with consumables, whether new products, improved products, or cost-saving initiatives.
• Liaise closely with the Science and Regulatory teams at our Global Science Centre to ensure alignment of our product development activities.
• Ensure product traceability processes for safety compliance requirements.
• Implement and manage project management processes within the Product Development Consumable team.
• Ensure that all consumable products have full quality and process specifications, including stability testing prior to release for production and customers.
• Handle and maintain contact with eco-accreditation bodies, such as EU Ecolabel and Nordic Swan.
• Maintain technical relationships with customers and suppliers.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of a good honours degree in a scientific or similar discipline; post-graduate qualification a plus.
• Relevant know-how and experience in the product development or technical management field. Experience with cosmetics, biocides, and/or pesticides preferred.
• Knowledge of Regulatory Affairs at an international level would be beneficial.
• A natural team leader with proven experience of leading, developing, and broadening specialist technical staff.
• Proven experience of working across borders, regions, and cultures; frequent travel a necessity.
• Country Mother Tongue / English essential. Further European languages an advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
• 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit
• Healthcare
• Free parking

At Rentokil Initial, our customers and colleagues represent diverse backgrounds and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, actively encouraging applications from individuals from all walks of life. Our belief is that everyone, irrespective of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs, has the potential to thrive and contribute.

We embrace the differences that make each of our colleagues unique, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. To ensure that your journey with us is accessible, if you have any individual requirements, we invite you to communicate any specific needs or preferences you may have during any stage of the recruitment process. Our team is available to support you; feel free to reach out to (joanna.sharpe@rentokil-initial.com) if you need anything.