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EMEA Lead - Toxicology & Product Stewardship

J.S. Held LLC
London
2 days ago
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EMEA Lead - Toxicology & Product Stewardship

EMEA Lead - Toxicology & Product Stewardship

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Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.
The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
Why This Role is a Unique Opportunity
Joining J.S. Held means stepping into a pivotal leadership role at a globally respected consulting firm that’s actively expanding into the EMEA region. This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead a new market presence, backed by the resources and reputation of a world-class organization. You’ll have the autonomy to build your own service line, bring your clients, and influence strategic decisions.
J.S. Held offers the perfect environment for entrepreneurial experts ready to make a lasting impact.
Job Description
We are looking for an EMEA Lead - Toxicology & Product Stewardship to serve as our EMEA Lead, responsible for launching and growing our consulting presence across Europe. This is a seller-doer leadership role with strong emphasis on business development, client acquisition, and strategic growth. The ideal candidate will bring a portable book of business and may join as an individual or with a team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of J.S. Held’s regulatory toxicology strategy across the EMEA region.
Drive business development efforts, leveraging existing client relationships and networks to grow our market share.
Deliver high-quality consulting services in regulatory toxicology, product stewardship, and in silico toxicology.
Represent J.S. Held at industry events, conferences, and client meetings to build visibility and credibility.
Lead proposal development, sales pitches, and client negotiations.
Qualifications
EU-registered toxicologist status is required.
15+ years of experience in regulatory toxicology, with a strong background in consulting and business leadership.
Proven track record of business development success and a portable book of business.
Experience managing or building teams is highly desirable.
Deep knowledge of EU and EMEA regulatory frameworks (REACH, CLP, BPR) and non-animal testing strategies.
Fluency in English is required.
Additional Information
We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable adjustment in relation to any of the above, please email and include “Applicant Adjustment” within the subject line with your request and contact information.
Some Of The Benefits We Have Include
J.S. Held understands all of our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.
Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely when needed
Generous Annual Leave Policy
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein.
Please Explore What We’re All About Atwww.jsheld.com.
EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!
J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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