ADAMA Ltd.
Regulatory Leader (EMEA) - Crop
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Join ADAMA – A Global Leader in Crop Protection shaping the future of agriculture
With nearly 8,500 employees and $4 billion in annual sales across more than 100 countries, ADAMA is one of the world’s top crop protection companies and part of the Syngenta Group. Our mission is to create simplicity in agriculture – helping farmers grow. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Regulatory Lead – EMEA to head our regional Regulatory Affairs function, leading a team of 50 talented professionals. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping regulatory strategy across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, ensuring strong portfolio defence, development, and long-term commercial success.
You will be part of the Global Regulatory Leadership Team, reporting to the Head of Global Regulatory & Scientific Affairs
You will act as a critical bridge between regional business units, development teams, and global regulatory leadership - bringing clarity to complex regulatory landscapes and driving forward-thinking strategies in a rapidly evolving environment.
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Role to be based in one of the hubs in UK, Netherlands, Germany, France or Spain
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Business Impact
- Define and drive optimal regulatory strategies in partnership with Country Regulatory Managers and Global Regulatory leadership
- Provide forward-looking regulatory insights to support commercial decision-making and portfolio success
- Contribute to regional and global corporate strategy through a regulatory lens
- Advise stakeholders on emerging regulatory trends and their business impact
Regulatory Intelligence & Advocacy
- Deliver proactive regulatory intelligence on both internal and competitor products
- Support advocacy activities in collaboration with global and regional teams
- Represent the organisation in key industry bodies, including CropLife Europe
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and develop a high-performing, multicultural team of Country Regulatory Managers
- Foster a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement
- Manage performance, capability building, and team engagement in a complex regulatory environment
Project & Stakeholder Management
- Oversee dossier preparation, review, submission, and lifecycle management across the region
- Ensure alignment with local and zonal regulatory requirements and timelines
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities to support efficient approvals
- Partner closely with EAME Development and Product Strategy teams to align on priorities
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Operational Excellence
- Ensure accurate and timely updates of regulatory databases
- Establish best practices and consistent ways of working across regional and global teams
About You
- Extensive experience in Regulatory Affairs or Regulatory Science in Europe
- Deep expertise in the EU Crop Protection regulatory framework (essential)
- Proven people leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and develop diverse teams
- Strong strategic thinking and commercial acumen
- Strong networking and influencing capability across internal and external stakeholders
Why Join Us?
- Play a pivotal role in shaping regulatory strategy across a diverse and dynamic region. Work at the intersection of science, regulation and commercial impact you will lead a talented, international team in a highly visible position.
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