Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
Cefic is looking for a dynamic professional with a strong interest in REACH registration and digital submission processes to join the Product Stewardship team.
Cefic is looking for a dynamic professional with a strong interest in REACH registration and digital submission processes to join the Product Stewardship team. As REACH Manager, you will support industry efforts to meet REACH obligations by coordinating technical input from expert groups, data quality and ECHA IT tools. You will monitor key regulatory developments, support expert working groups, and contribute to industry positions and guidance reflecting company perspectives.
In this role, you will develop in-depth expertise at the interface between industry, ECHA, and international organisations, and contribute to the continuous improvement of REACH implementation supporting industry’s efforts to ensure high quality dossiers.
Inspired? you will:
- Provide guidance and coordination to Cefic member companies on REACH registration developments and the practical use of ECHA IT tools.
- Monitor technical and regulatory developments under REACH and lead Cefic activities related to ECHA IT systems and submission platforms, including IUCLID, CHESAR, ECHA CHEM, Joint Submission, the Industry Portal and related data infrastructures.
- Coordinate member input on submission formats and emerging digital and data requirements.
- Represent Cefic and the European chemical industry in ECHA expert discussions, external conferences and technical workshops.
- Coordinate Cefic input for OECD activities relevant to REACH registration (e.g. IUCLID developments, harmonised templates).
- Maintain regular dialogue with ECHA, OECD and national authorities, ensuring industry perspectives are clearly articulated.
- Liaise closely with sector groups, member companies, and other industry associations to ensure alignment and coherence.
- Provide strategic advice and clear technical input to the Director and programme councils.
Why product stewardship ?
Joining the Cefic Product Stewardship team offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of EU chemicals regulation, from the perspective of the European chemical industry. Implementing REACH is one of the most challenging tasks the industry has ever faced and requires continuous effort to ensure high‑quality registration dossiers, robust data and consistent evaluation outcomes.
As part of the team, you will work closely with industry experts, European chemical industry associations and international organisations. You will contribute to practical, high‑impact projects that support companies in meeting their REACH obligations, including registration and digital submission processes, helping translate complex regulatory requirements into workable solutions.
Are you the right candidate?
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and experienced professional who demonstrates the following experience, competencies and personal qualities:
- Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, (eco)toxicology or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in industry, consultancy, authorities or a European/international association.
- Strong hands‑on experience with REACH registration; experience with dossier preparation or assessment is a strong asset.
- Solid understanding of ECHA’s role and EU regulatory decision‑making under REACH.
- In‑depth familiarity with ECHA tools (e.g. IUCLID, REACH IT, CHESAR, Joint Submission, ECHA platforms).
- Ability to translate complex technical and digital topics into clear, practical messages for non‑experts.
- Proven ability to coordinate expert networks, manage multiple priorities and build consensus.
- Ability to translate complex technical and digital topics into clear, practical messages for non‑experts.
- Proven ability to coordinate expert networks, manage multiple priorities and build consensus.
- Strong analytical, project management and organisational skills, with a results‑oriented mindset.
- Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken); additional European languages are an asset.
- Ability to work autonomously in a multicultural, multi‑stakeholder environment;
- Prepared to be based in Belgium (Brussels) and willing to travel occasionally (as required for ECHA/industry meetings).
What do we offer?
- Working in a people oriented, international and dynamic culture at the centre of EU affairs
- An environment with a positive attitude towards stress and mindful of work – personal life balance.
- Working on dynamic and challenging topics.
- Opportunities for employee development (trainings, coaching, mentorship)
- A full time permanent employment contract with a competitive salary, benefits and working conditions
Are you interested? Apply now
Please send your application with full curriculum vitae and motivation letter in English by 30 June 2026 to Cefic
Jessica Bart-Williams, HR Manager
Rue Belliard 40, b15, 1040 Brussels
E-mail address: jobs@cefic.be
NB: Please note that in the course of the recruitment process, your application may be shared with internal departments