Global Chemical Regulatory Affairs Leader
Are you passionate about being part of a successful team?
Are you looking for a new challenge?
Join our Baker Hughes Team!
Our Oilfield Services business provides intelligent, connected technologies to monitor and control our energy extraction assets. Our team provide technical expertise to meet our client expectation in Well Intervention requirement. We provide customers with the peace of mind needed to improve their operations reliably and efficiently.
Partner with the best
As Global Chemical Regulatory Affairs Leader , you will be responsible for
- Leading and ensuring global regulatory compliance for a broad chemical portfolio, enabling business continuity and market access across regions
- Providing strategic direction on current and emerging chemical regulations, ensuring alignment with evolving industry expectations
- Managing and developing a global regulatory team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
- Prioritizing and overseeing regulatory workflows using structured project management and stage‑gate processes to meet business and compliance deadlines
- Advising product line leaders, commercial teams, and R&D on regulatory requirements and product stewardship
- Supporting new product introduction and business opportunities by assessing regulatory feasibility, environmental considerations, and long‑term compliance risks
- Overseeing preparation and maintenance of regulatory documentation, including SDS, product registrations, and compliance dossiers
- Collaborating cross‑functionally with supply chain, manufacturing, HSE, legal, and commercial teams to embed compliance and responsible practices into business processes
- Engaging with global regulatory agencies and industry groups to represent the company and stay ahead of regulatory developments
- Developing and implementing training and awareness programs to strengthen regulatory knowledge across the organization
- Driving standardization and best practices across regions to improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance performance
- Creating an approachable and solutions‑oriented environment that supports the business while upholding regulatory requirements
Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you need the below:
- Have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
- Have a strong background in global chemical regulatory legislation, ideally within the energy, oilfield chemicals, or industrial chemicals sector
- Have demonstrated experience navigating complex, multi‑region regulatory frameworks (e.g., REACH, TSCA, BPR, FIFRA, K‑REACH, DSL, etc.)
- Have proven understanding of global supply chains and regulatory implications related to chemical manufacturing, transport, and end‑use applications
- Have experience managing large and diverse chemical portfolios across multiple product lines and end markets
- Have the ability to interpret evolving legislation and translate regulatory requirements into practical business guidance
- Have experience engaging with government regulatory agencies, industry bodies, and external stakeholders
- Have demonstrated leadership experience, including developing and managing high‑performing teams
- Have strong project management skills, with experience managing competing priorities, regulatory submissions, and compliance timelines
- Have experience supporting commercial teams or business functions, enabling compliant product introduction and market access
- Have a track record of developing and delivering training programs to both technical and non‑technical audiences
- Have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across functions and regions
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
Working for you
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Environmental Health & Safety Senior Manager - Functional Management
