Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials · 4 days ago
Director of Global Regulatory & Government Affairs
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$203K/yr - $330K/yr
10+ years expOrbia Fluor & Energy Materials is a purpose-driven company seeking a Director of Global Regulatory & Government Affairs. This role is crucial in shaping regulatory pathways and policies for fluorochemical refrigerants while ensuring compliance and market growth in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
Chemicals
Responsibilities
Lead global regulatory strategy for fluorochemical refrigerants across North America, Europe, Asia, and emerging markets
Shape policy at the highest levels by representing Orbia with EPA, the California Air Resources Board (CARB), the European Commission’s DG CLIMA, UNEP, and international bodies on Montreal Protocol implementation
Turn regulations into opportunities by providing strategic guidance on market access, product development, and quota allocations
Build influential relationships with government officials, regulators, trade associations (AHRI, EFCTC), and industry coalitions
Lead cross-functional strategy, partnering with Legal, Sustainability, Product Management, and Commercial teams
Combat illegal trade by working with customs authorities to protect legitimate markets
Qualification
Required
10+ years in regulatory/government affairs in chemicals, fluorochemicals, or environmental sectors
Deep expertise in HFCs, HFOs, and the global F-gas regulatory landscape (Montreal Protocol, Kigali Amendment, AIM Act, EU F-gas Regulation)
Proven track record influencing policy and navigating complex international frameworks
Strong network with regulatory agencies and industry stakeholders
Outstanding communication skills: you can explain complex regulatory issues to non-experts and advocate effectively with policymakers
Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally
Preferred
Technical background (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Policy, or Law) with advanced degree preferred
Benefits
Healthcare coverage
A 401(k)-retirement savings plan
Paid company holidays
Paid vacation time
Paid sick time
Parental leave
Short- and long-term disability leave
An employee assistance program
Company
Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials
Orbia’s Fluor & Energy Materials (F&EM) business is a global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of fluoroproducts that play a fundamental role in enhancing everyday lives and shortening the path to a sustainable, circular economy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase