The Regulatory Affairs Manager oversees compliance with Canadian chemical regulations, manages risks, develops compliance processes, and facilitates stakeholder training, while leading a team.
Purpose of PositionTo provide support to the organization in maintaining compliance and addressing needs related to new and existing business as they pertain to regulatory matters.Reporting StructureThis position reports to the Director, EHS, Regulatory & QA. All Regulatory Affairs independent contributors report into this position (currently four direct reports).Key Accountabilities
- Manage risk considering legal compliance requirements, industry best practices, management system requirements, and the Responsible Distribution Canada’s Responsible Distribution® Code of Practice
- Oversee compliance with Canadian chemical control and environmental regulation that govern company activities, including but not limited to CEPA 1999, the Hazardous Products Act, the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, and the regulations made out under these Acts
- Maintain the legal register for all legislation relevant to company activities and responsibilities and ensure that changes is legislation are captured
- Develop, document, and monitor processes related to corporate compliance, and ensure that the appropriate related documentation is properly controlled
- Facilitate training and guidance of stakeholders both inside and outside of the Regulatory Affairs department with respect to regulatory requirements and related company processes and procedures
- Facilitate responses to customer inquiries pertaining to regulatory matters, coordinating with other groups in QSHE/Regulatory team as required
- Lead the Regulatory Affairs department towards the achievement of the departmental goals as above as well as safety goals
- Support commercial activities as required by the business.
- Post-secondary education with a degree in chemistry or any related discipline would be an asset
- Knowledge of the Canadian chemical regulatory landscape through education or experience is required
- Years of experience in the chemical industry (or a related industry) and experience with people management to also be considered
- Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal, and confidence with giving oral presentations are critical to this role, with French skills being an asset
- Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
- Competitive pay and incentives.
- Health and dental paid by company (with exception of LTD)
- DC pension plan matched 100% by employer up to 6%
- EFAP
- Starting 3 weeks' vacation
- Flexible work hours
- Gym/wellness subsidy
- Tuition reimbursement
- Maternity and paternal leave top-up
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