Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Do You Want to Be Part of a Company Committed To Shaping a Brighter Future For Us All? Will You Speak Up to Share Opportunities for Improvement and Drive Change? If yes, come and join us!

We are looking for you! As a Regulatory Affairs Specialist with expertise in digital tools, data analysis and regulatory reporting, you will play a key role in supporting European regulatory compliance for coatings and paints.

In this flexible hybrid role based in Europe (Spain, Portugal, or Greece), you will work closely with colleagues across R&D, Product Development, Procurement, QHSE, Operations, IT, and Commercial teams, as well as with external stakeholders.

This is your opportunity to influence the future success of our company and contribute to efficient regulatory processes throughout the entire product lifecycle.

Do You Want to Work in an Environment Where All Voices Are Respected? We will enable and empower you to ..

• Ensure compliance with EU chemical regulations (REACH, CLP, and related legislation) by maintaining accurate and traceable regulatory data.
• Manage and maintain regulatory data in digital systems and databases while developing, maintaining, and continuously improving regulatory reports, dashboards, and tracking tools using platforms such as Chemmate, IUCLID, Excel, Power BI, SQL, and internal RA systems.
• Conduct regulatory screenings and assessments to support product development, reformulation, and change‑management activities.
• Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation (SDS, labels, product notifications) and evaluate regulatory/HSE data for new raw materials and suppliers.
• Collaborate across regions to harmonize regulatory processes, support digitalization initiatives, and represent the company in relevant industry associations.

Do You Dream of Working in a Culture of Inclusion, Transparency, and Support? Here’s what it takes to become our next team member.

• A university degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Data-related scientific fields, or similar with experience working with digital regulatory systems, databases, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
• Experience from a Regulatory Affairs role within the chemicals, coatings, or manufacturing industry.
• Solid knowledge of European chemical legislation, particularly EU REACH and practical product stewardship.
• Advanced skills in Excel (e.g. structured data handling, pivot tables, formulas); experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools is a strong advantage.
• Fluency in English; additional European languages are an advantage.

You bring a structured, analytical, and pragmatic mindset, enabling you to translate complex regulatory data into clear and actionable insights.

You are data driven, communicate effectively and collaborate confidently across international and cross‑functional teams, contributing to a strong and connected Regulatory Affairs community.

Sounds like a match?

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At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. 

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. 

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work.  We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents,  we can achieve great things, together.