Regulation Expert, Packaging

Anthesis Group•,

8d•Remote

About The Position

Anthesis is seeking a Regulatory Expert in Packaging to join their Circularity and Value Chain Transformation team. This role is open to applicants in the UK and EMEA. The expert will be a key member of the Products & Packaging portfolio, focusing on designing data-driven strategies to minimize environmental impact. The position involves bridging complex legislation, such as the PPWR, with actionable business requirements, ensuring accuracy, mitigating risk, and driving excellence in global projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of professional experience, demonstrating a strong track record as a packaging expert.
Proven blend of experience across packaging engineering (focused on raw materials, FMCG, or supply chain) and the consulting sector.
Deep, authoritative knowledge of packaging regulations, specifically SUPD, PPWR, and EPR.
Mastery of recyclability requirements, substance restrictions (e.g., PFAS), and related EU legislation.
Proven ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory texts, converting them into practical, actionable guidance for clients and internal teams.
Experience supporting client delivery and proposals, providing technical input into bids and leading high-level stakeholder discussions.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, ensuring total regulatory accuracy while meeting commercial timelines and client expectations.
Exceptional capability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including suppliers, legal teams, and cross-functional business units.
Superior command of English, with the agility to work independently in virtual, fast-paced matrix environments across multiple time zones.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree is highly preferred.
Previous in-house experience with brands, retailers, or SMEs is highly valued.
Strong experience in packaging design and materials, including composition, recyclability, recycled content, and compliance documentation (e.g., Declaration of conformity/DoC).
Advanced technical risk assessment skills, with a focus on identifying compliance gaps and developing robust mitigation strategies.
Proficiency in packaging data collection, validation, and meeting complex regulatory reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple concurrent projects, delivering high-quality, high-impact work that drives results for Anthesis clients.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to both clients and colleagues on leading standards and trends, integrating this expertise into projects, proposals, and service evolution.
Draft comprehensive reports and presentations that distill complex information into key messages to inform strategic decision-making.
Execute detailed regulatory deep-dives to help clients interpret and action critical requirements, future-proof their operations, and plan for new legislative initiatives.
Conduct regulatory readiness assessments focusing on existing and upcoming packaging frameworks.
Perform landscape reviews, including sustainable packaging regulations and competitor commitments.
Utilize data analysis to identify gaps or inaccuracies, developing well-reasoned approaches and assumptions to bridge them.
Lead and grow client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor with a relentless focus on their sustainability success.
Develop and deliver high-impact proposals in collaboration with client managers, while also generating leads with existing clients through a deep understanding of their business goals.
Proactively monitor and analyze emerging trends in sustainable packaging, supply chains, and innovative materials, translating these insights into actionable client recommendations.
Collaborate with global experts to represent Anthesis at industry-leading conferences, fostering strategic connections and partnerships.
Drive the creation of innovative thought leadership content, transforming complex concepts into accessible and engaging materials for diverse audiences.
Build internal expertise by mentoring teams and reducing single-point dependency through knowledge sharing.