Project manager - Senior Consultant

ReachCentrum was created in June 2006 by Cefic (the European Chemical Industry Council) to help companies all through the value chain to prepare and implement REACH and Biocides. Since 2015, ReachCentrum is owned by Environmental Resources Management (ERM), the world’s leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting services and sustainability related services. ReachCentrum’s professionals help businesses in the chemical industry navigate through the business implications of REACH, CLP and Biocides legislation and processes. ReachCentrum is seeking an experienced Consortia Project Manager to be part of its dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Organize consortia activities.
• Maintain, communicate and manage the consortia planning.
• Maintain administration (including financial management) and organize communication with other stakeholders.
• Facilitate consortia meetings, both technical and executive ones.
• Lead discussions and build consensus.
• Coordinate the ongoing technical work of the consortia.
• Prepare drafts of the legal documents when required, and flag potential legal issues before they become critical.
• Cooperate with the finance team to maintain the consortia finances, by providing inputs on the consortia specific rules and ongoing work.
• Support clients in day‑to‑day REACH/biocides related business operations.
• Maintain contacts with third parties and authorities (ECHA, European Commission, etc.) on behalf of clients.
• Apply best practices and trends in regulatory management.
• Act as thought leader, leading and acting on behalf of the client.
• Resolve challenges: solve clients’ concerns and create solutions for foreseeable issues.
• Provide insight on latest industry trends to present opportunities and avoid pitfalls.
• Advise clients about potential impact of regulations, demonstrating foresight and contributing to their success.
• Recognize potential issues and propose viable solutions.
• Liaise with clients to generate creative solutions.

Qualifications

• A master degree or equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of REACH and experience with European chemicals law (REACH, BPR and CLP).
• 5–10 years of experience as a project manager in a client‑facing role.
• Consulting skills and experience of working within a consulting (or similar) environment.
• Proven record of working with multiple stakeholders in joint projects where communication and decision making are critical.
• Effective communicator in English, active listener and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience advising clients on regulatory issues.
• Negotiation skills and adaptability to work on tight deadlines and handle multiple priorities.
• Interest and willingness to learn quickly about EU policy on chemicals and complex cost‑sharing rules.
• Advanced understanding of competition law and REACH‑related legal and contractual issues.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you.