As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.
Location: Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Berlin or remote
Job Type: Permanent, full-time
Role responsibilities
The REACH Regulatory Program Lead works closely with the EMEA Team Lead, Partners, Clients, and Consultants within their group to ensure delivery of projects to a high quality and support the continued growth of the global chemical registration business. He/she will be responsible for the overall performance of a group of circa 15 consultants located across Northern, Central and Southern Europe. Key tasks include resource management and capacity planning, oversight of training and development, performance review and recruitment support as well as support on business development and program management for key clients.
Using their experience of global chemical registration, he/she will also be expected to support the business in growing our REACH and REACH-like services. This could be through the development of a new chemical regulatory service and/or working closely with a global key account team to expand a chemical regulatory program of work we are delivering for one or more of ERM’s clients.

Other responsibilities include (not limited to):

• Oversee the onboarding of direct reports and provide support to line managers within the group, as required
• Manage resources using a scheduling tool to review the work pipeline and identify potential capacity issues
• Effectively allocate project tasks within the group, considering task requirements, experience levels, capacity, client relationships, etc
• Monitor workloads within the group and facilitate task-sharing when necessary to meet billability targets
• Promote and ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies in the workplace, including addressing workload and well-being concerns
• Conduct talent reviews for group members and support staff in their personal development and promotion plans
• Identify appropriate training courses and conferences for group members
• Understand client objectives and collaborate to ensure deliverables meet the required quality standards
• Work closely with clients, representing ERM in client meetings, and serve as a primary contact for select key clients
• Provide support to clients and internal teams regarding REACH and REACH-like regulations, as needed
• Contribute to the commercial growth of the business by participating in business development activities such as client visits, conferences, and expert groups, as relevant to your area of expertise
• Assist with costing and capacity planning for project proposals

About You

• Educated to degree level in chemical or related disciplines such as biology or chemistry
• At least 5 years of working knowledge of EU REACH and non-EU chemical regulations. Previous experience with national or EU chemical regulatory bodies would be an advantage
• Experience in preparing and submitting dossiers for chemical registrations, including practical knowledge of IUCLID and regulatory agency portals, would be an advantage but is not essential
• Industrial experience in either the chemical or automotive industry would be beneficial
• Proven line management skills, with experience managing a team remotely
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well with others and a passion for helping others develop
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to listen, organise, and prioritise effectively

Benefits

• Attractive salary + profit sharing: We value your performance
• Flexible working hours: Customize your workday
• 30 days of vacation: Generous relaxation time for your work-life balance
• Company pension plan: For a secure future
• Deutschland-Ticket and Bahncard 50: Sustainable travel within the country
• Home office equipment: Efficient work from home
• Workation and sabbatical models: Time off for personal development
• Job bike program: Sustainable mobility option
• Diverse work models: Onsite, hybrid, or remote as agreed
• Additional benefits: EAP, workplace glasses, corporate benefits, and more

To Apply
If you share our values, want to contribute to a better tomorrow and are interested in this role, please send us your CV in German or English, by submitting your application via our careers page.

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• Oversee the onboarding of direct reports and provide support to line managers within the group, as required
• Manage resources using a scheduling tool to review the work pipeline and identify potential capacity issues
• Effectively allocate project tasks within the group, considering task requirements, experience levels, capacity, client relationships, etc
• Monitor workloads within the group and facilitate task-sharing when necessary to meet billability targets
• Promote and ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies in the workplace, including addressing workload and well-being concerns
• Conduct talent reviews for group members and support staff in their personal development and promotion plans
• Identify appropriate training courses and conferences for group members
• Understand client objectives and collaborate to ensure deliverables meet the required quality standards
• Work closely with clients, representing ERM in client meetings, and serve as a primary contact for select key clients
• Provide support to clients and internal teams regarding REACH and REACH-like regulations, as needed
• Contribute to the commercial growth of the business by participating in business development activities such as client visits, conferences, and expert groups, as relevant to your area of expertise
• Assist with costing and capacity planning for project proposal