Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience in regulatory affairs within the chemicals or coatings industry., Background in chemistry or a related technical field, with formal education or practical application., Ability to interpret and navigate complex legislation and industry standards., Strong collaboration skills and attention to detail..

Key responsibilities:

Support product compliance and sustainability initiatives in the UK and Ireland.

Provide expert advice on UK REACH, BPR, and GB CLP regulations for product development.

Lead regulatory input into new projects and manage dossier submissions.

Represent the company in regulatory forums and collaborate across departments.

Job description

Are you passionate about keeping products safe, sustainable, and compliant?

We’re hiring a Regulatory Affairs Manager to join our R&D team in Darwen. This role plays a vital part in how we develop safe, sustainable products that meet evolving regulations in the UK and Ireland.

Sitting within our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) team, you’ll work closely with colleagues across departments and regions to ensure compliance and support product innovation. You'll have the chance to bring your regulatory knowledge to a collaborative, purposeful environment where your voice makes a difference.

What makes this role exciting?

A broad mix of hands-on regulatory work and strategic input
A chance to shape how we bring new, responsible solutions to market
Involvement in cross-functional and international projects
Connections with external industry bodies like the BCF and UK authorities
The opportunity to stay at the forefront of changing legislation and industry standards

Help shape safe, responsible innovation!

The Regulatory Affairs Manager will support product compliance and sustainability across the UK and Ireland and plays a key part in guiding product development, interpreting legislation, and collaborating across teams to ensure Crown Paints continues to meet evolving regulatory standards.

Key focus areas:

Providing expert advice on UK REACH, BPR, and GB CLP for product development
Leading regulatory input into new solution projects
Managing UK biocidal dossier submissions and poison centre notifications
Developing and maintaining labelling systems for multiple markets
Representing Crown in regulatory forums and with key external bodies

Who we’re looking for:

This role would suit someone with experience in regulatory affairs and a background in chemistry, coatings, or a similar technical field. Whether your knowledge comes from formal study or practical application, your ability to navigate legislation and support safe innovation is what counts.

Clear thinking and the ability to apply regulation practically
A collaborative, inclusive approach to cross-functional work
Confidence in handling complexity and managing priorities
Prioritising continuous improvement and attention to detail

Why Crown Paints?

Crown Paints, part of the Hempel Group, is a company where doing the right thing really means something. We support professional growth, celebrate diverse perspectives, and encourage everyone to contribute ideas and improvements. This is a place to build a meaningful career and be part of a team that cares—about people, progress, and the planet.

Application due

2025-08-31

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Job Functions

Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Research

Industry

Chemicals

Crown Paints is one of UK’s most renown paint manufacturers and we have been manufacturing for over 200 years, with over 60 years proudly holding the Royal Warrant. However, what really sets Crown apart is the support we provide for cultural, humanitarian and scientific causes across the world through our ownership structure. Crown Paints is part of the Hempel Group, which gives our company stability and our employees extended, global career possibilities.

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