Chemical Regulatory Manager – Korea and Japan Region

About This Role

The Chemical Regulatory Manager role requires a qualified candidate with expertise in Korea, Japan, and Singapore chemical regulations (K-REACH, K-CCA, K-BPR, etc.) to ensure compliance for HP's products across the APJ region.

Responsibilities

• Own chemical regulatory compliance for HP's products in the APJ region, focusing on Korea and Japan regulations.
• Identify new or revised chemical regulations impacting HP's products and assess their effects on formulations.
• Monitor authorities, trade associations, standards bodies, and NGOs to contribute regulatory roadmaps and translate analysis into actionable requirements.
• Collaborate with outside consultants, trade associations, and competent authorities to advocate for workable regulatory outcomes.
• Develop and implement compliance solutions by tracking formulation changes, partnering on design/supplier actions, and supporting certification/validation/testing.
• File, disclose, report, and sustain compliance through efficient processes for chemical notifications, registrations, and import/tonnage reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Toxicology, or Regulatory Management (Master's preferred).
• 3–8 years of experience in chemical regulatory compliance or product stewardship.
• Strong knowledge of Asian chemical regulations, particularly Korea (K-REACH, K-CCA, K-BPR, K-OSHA), Japan (ISHA), and Singapore.
• Understanding of global frameworks such as REACH-type registration schemes and GHS.