Senior Consultant - Regulations Expert, Packaging

About the Role

Anthesis is seeking a Regulatory Expert in Packaging to join the Circularity and Value Chain Transformation team. You will be a key player in the Products & Packaging portfolio, designing data-driven, future-proof strategies that minimize environmental impact. In this role, you'll bridge the gap between complex legislation and actionable business requirements, ensuring accuracy and mitigating risk across global projects.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Technical Leadership

• Manage multiple concurrent projects, delivering high-quality, high-impact work for Anthesis clients
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to clients and colleagues on leading standards and trends
• Draft comprehensive reports and presentations that distill complex information into key messages for strategic decision-making

Regulatory Expertise & Analysis

• Execute detailed regulatory deep-dives to help clients interpret and action critical requirements
• 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 and develop well-reasoned approaches to bridge them

Client Relationship & Business Development

• Lead and grow client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor
• Develop and deliver high-impact proposals in collaboration with client managers
• Generate leads with existing clients through deep understanding of their business goals

Innovation & Thought Leadership

• Proactively monitor and analyze emerging trends in sustainable packaging, supply chains, and innovative materials
• Collaborate with global experts to represent Anthesis at industry-leading conferences
• Drive creation of innovative thought leadership content for diverse audiences

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field (Graduate degree preferred)
• 5+ years of professional experience as a packaging expert
• Proven blend of experience across packaging engineering (raw materials, FMCG, or supply chain) and consulting sector
• Previous in-house experience with brands, retailers, or SMEs