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Product Safety & Regulatory Affairs (PSRA) is a global service unit with highly qualified experts in all regions. We ensure fulfillment of the ever increasing requirements from chemicals legislation, provide up-to-date product safety information and support customers in product safety and regulatory matters. For the Global Product Regulatory Affairs Department within PSRA we are searching for a Manager (m/f/d) Regulatory Affairs Europe. In this role you will directly influence how Covestro navigates the evolving REACH landscape and make a tangible impact on Covestro’s product compliance and marketability.
In addition to our wide range of benefits, as a full-time employee you can expect an attractive starting salary of between €111,300 gross per annum and €139,100 gross per annum, plus a variable component. The starting salary will be based on your qualifications and professional experience.
What you'll be working on:
You coordinate and execute REACH registrations and related regulatory activities for Covestro products, including authority-driven and voluntary updates
Defending Covestro's interests in REACH regulatory processes – particularly in evaluation and authorization – is a core part of your responsibilities
You develop and implement regulatory strategies for Covestro's product portfolio and serve as a trusted advisor to Business Entities on regulatory matters
Representing Covestro in international cross-industry REACH consortia, you coordinate contributions and actively safeguard company interests
You engage with industry associations on regulatory topics and ensure Covestro's perspective is heard at the right levels
Monitoring regulatory developments, assessing their relevance, and driving the implementation of necessary actions rounds off your scope of responsibilities
What you bring to the table:
A PhD in natural sciences – preferably in Chemistry – forms the foundation of your expertise
Profound knowledge of European chemicals legislation, especially REACH, combined with hands-on experience in regulatory processes such as registrations and evaluations
A solid background in related sciences, including eco- and/or toxicology and risk assessment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in and lead international teams and committees
Very good English skills, both verbal and written
This position is fundamentally a full-time role. Would you like to work part-time? Feel free to apply and indicate your preferred percentage.
For initial questions, Laura Popp ([email protected]) is happy to help.
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Please note that successful candidate for this position will be subject to Pre-Employment Screening. Final candidates for such a position will be proactively contacted for submitting their written consent at a later stage in our recruiting process.
Perfection? Not required!
The requirements are not met 100%, but you are still interested in the position? Are you curious, courageous and colorful as we are? No problem!
We'll tackle this together - as a team! With proper onboarding and tailored development opportunities.
Apply now!
We look forward to receiving your application including your salary expectation and your notice period! Become #1ofUs!
Anyone who wants to contribute to a better world with Covestro can also expect a lot.
We want you to feel at home at Covestro. To feel you’re treated fairly and transparently. That means financial security, a healthy work-life balance and generous benefits.
Specifically, it means for us: flexible working hours, the compatibility of family and work, active health promotion and the ability to convert part of your salary into long-term or retirement savings. And that's not all.
Sounds exciting? Find out more about Covestro and our benefits here:
https://www.career.covestro.de/de/about-covestro/covestro-as-an-employer/employee-benefits
Contact Us
www.covestro.comCovestro welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, skin color, nationality, religion, philosophy, gender, age, physical characteristics, marital status, disability, appearance, sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
Skills Required
- PhD in natural sciences, preferably Chemistry
- Profound knowledge of European chemicals legislation, especially REACH
- Hands-on experience with regulatory processes including registrations and evaluations
- Background in related sciences, including eco-toxicology, toxicology, and/or risk assessment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in and lead international teams and committees
- Very good written and verbal English skills
Covestro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Covestro and has not been reviewed or approved by Covestro.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — The company publicly commits to pay equity and a transparent compensation structure, signaling consistency across roles and levels. Competitive pay for manufacturing, engineering, and operations is frequently highlighted alongside solid benefits.
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Retirement Support — U.S. offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and additional retirement contributions, plus an employee stock purchase program. The retirement setup is repeatedly described as especially strong, with examples of automatic contributions and generous matching.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and holiday observance are standard, complemented by two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Supplemental parental leave and adoption assistance add depth to family support.
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Covestro is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality polymer materials and their components. With its innovative products, processes and methods, the company helps enhance sustainability and the quality of life in many areas. Covestro supplies customers around the world in key industries such as mobility, building and living, as well as the electrical and electronics sector. In addition, polymers from Covestro are also used in sectors such as sports and leisure, cosmetics and health, as well as in the chemical industry itself. The company is committed to becoming fully circular and is striving to become climate neutral by 2035 (scope 1, 2 and 3). Covestro generated sales of EUR 14.4 billion in fiscal 2023. At the end of 2023, the company had 48 production sites worldwide and employed approximately 17,500 people (calculated as full-time equivalents). Data protection information: https://www.covestro.com/en/social-media-privacy-statements
