Syngenta Group
Regulatory Manager UK and Ireland Crop Protection
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Syngenta Group – Global Agroinnovation Leader A agricultural technology and innovation pioneer, Syngenta Group operates across over 100 nations with 60,000+ employees, delivering tailored solutions for farmers—from seeds and crop protection to agronomic tools and digital services. Rooted in food security, environmental protection, and sustainable farming, the organisation addresses challenges like climate change while ensuring nutritious food, fibre, and fuel production remain viable for generations.
Regulatory Manager (UK & Ireland Crop Protection) – Cambridge, UK
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Head of CP Regulatory UK & Ireland, this is a high-autonomy position with visibility and influence, shaping the future of Syngenta’s regulatory landscape in the UK and Ireland. As the owner of our crop protection product portfolio, you’ll oversee registration strategies, lead submissions directly to authorities, and foster cross-functional collaboration—balancing technical nuance with commercial opportunities.
Working between UK CRD/HSE and Irish DAFM/PCS, you’ll champion registration renewals, align with policy changes, and advocate at a national level.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory Strategy & Portfolio Management
- Plan and execute regulatory strategy for assigned product portfolio, translating commercial targets into actionable regulatory timelines
- Define and defend product approvals/registrations with UK CRD, HSE, DAFM, and PCS, ensuring smooth compliance
- Proactively monitor UK and Irish regulatory outcomes, including policy adaptations and guidance updates, to anticipate implications
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Authority Engagement & Advocacy
- Lead authority interactions, including dossiers, submission packages, and negotiations with regulators, over product renewals, extensions, and mutual recognitions
- Advocate for active substances at national and European levels; represent Syngenta in technical and policy dialogues, engaging industry associations
- Represent the business at cross-sectoral or government forum events
Team & Operational Leadership
- Mentor the Regulatory Specialist, sharing best practices in technical submissions and regulatory compliance
- Maintain accuracy in Syngenta’s genomic/regulatory databases, aligning data with local requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Technical & Regulatory Expertise
- Ascertained track record in managing end-to-end regulatory submissions (1107/2009-compliant), from drafting strategy to authority approval
- Dedicated experience in navigating UK & Irish regulatory environments (preferred): strong familiarity with UK GB PPP Regulations and EU 1107/2009 frameworks
- Legal or scientific specialization, with recognised knowledge in toxicology, ecotoxicology, environmental fate, or residue analysis
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Startup & Collaborative Skills
- Exceptional scientific writing ability, synthesizing research into coherent authority submissions
- Experience thriving under tight deadlines, while transitioning between projects and unexpected timeline shifts
- Stakeholder negotiation and public facingраль: familiar with mediating between internal teams, governments, and external partnerships
Language & Education
- Fluent English (spoken, written), with mastery of legislative and technical terminology
- Degree in Science, Agronomy, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent
Syngenta’s Commitment to You
- Generous benefits: private medical insurance, comprehensive pension schemes, competitive bonus scheme, and 31.5 days annual leave
- Dynamic career progression supported by a globally recognised employer, ranked #1 in agriculture by Science Journal
- Collaborative environment offering training & mentorship in a diverse, international team
- Syngenta Cambridge integrates trade, technical assistance, communications, and administration talents, creating space to innovate alongside colleagues
Location
Cambridge, UK Syngenta’s UK-IR headquarters, spanning sales, marketing, support, and operations for crop protection, seeds, and horticulture.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills