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規制担当スペシャリスト/ Regulatory Specialist

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A global chemical company is looking for a Regulatory Specialist. The selected candidate will manage regulatory compliance for chemical products, support registrations and SDS updates, and provide regulatory guidance for products in Japan and global markets.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and respond to internal and external enquiries related to Japanese and global chemical regulations
  • Conduct regulatory due diligence for products imported into and exported from Japan
  • Prepare and submit new chemical registrations to relevant government platforms
  • Ensure Japan GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheets are accurate and up to date
  • Coordinate SDS updates with internal authoring teams in line with regulatory changes
  • Track and interpret updates to chemical regulations, standards, and reporting requirements
  • Assess regulatory impact on products and communicate updates to internal stakeholders
  • Collaborate with regional and global regulatory teams on product compliance matters
  • Support Product Managers and Commercial teams with customer surveys and regulatory assessments
  • Support broader chemical compliance enquiries and integration initiatives across Asia

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field
  • 4-5 years of experience in a similar regulatory role
  • Experience in chemical compliance, product registration, and regulatory assessment
  • Proficient in Japanese chemical regulations, including Fire Service Law, ISHL, PDSCL, and PRTR
  • Proficient in understanding global chemical inventories and industry regulations
  • Good knowledge of GHS regulations in Japan and other Asian countries
  • Familiarity with Japan’s chemical registration requirements
  • Proficient in Japanese and English

About the Company:

An international chemical manufacturing organisation, this company produces a range of compounds used in applications within the aerospace, automotive, and electronics industries among others.

Keywords:

薬事対応, 化学規制, 化学物質登録, 法規制対応, 安全データシート, コンプライアンス, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: CB163G

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Chemicals & Raw Materials

Focus: Quality Assurance

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥9,500,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: CB163G-998888E4

Date posted: 24 May 2026

Consultant: Dita Amelinda