Regulatory Chemical Compliance Student Placement
Regulatory Chemical Compliance Student Placement
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Job Description
The Lubrizol Corporation a Berkshire Hathaway Company leverages its unmatched scienceto unlock immense possibilities at the molecular level driving sustainable and measurable results to help the world Move Cleaner Create Smarter and Live in 1928 Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities sales and technical offices around the world and has approximately 8800 employees. For more information view our latestCorporate Report.
Regulatory Chemical Compliance (Europe Middle East Africa and India) Student Placement
Join Lubrizol a global leader in specialty chemicals for an exciting student placement opportunity within the Product Safety and Compliance Department (PSCD) supporting the EMEAI region. This placement offers a unique blend of scientific knowledge application in a real-world regulatory context giving you invaluable exposure to the workings of a multi-billion-dollar international business.
About the Role
As a student within our Regulatory Chemical Compliance team you will be an integral part of a committed group of regulatory professionals ensuring our product safety and compliance with chemical regulations throughout Europe Middle East Africa and India. This role is office-based at our Hazelwood location providing hands-on experience that bridges your scientific training and the practical demands of regulatory affairs within the specialty chemical industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading and managing projects aligned with Lubrizols legal obligations including compliance with health safety and environmental regulations for both current and developing chemical products.
- Ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of project data and documentation in line with internal performance metrics and external customer expectations.
- Supporting daily regulatory operations in the region encompassing product regulatory reviews and data management through SAP.
- Participating actively in cross-functional meetings across PSCD and wider company teams enhancing collaborative knowledge-sharing and problem-solving.
- Developing and presenting technical posters for the Hazelwood Innovation Symposium and delivering presentations at joint research and development technical talks.
- Engaging closely with a team of regulatory specialists gaining experience in a niche scientific discipline aligned with business operations.
- Collaborating with global colleagues across multiple time zones to handle compliance projects and operational activities efficiently.
- Building productive relationships beyond PSCD working with other business units to support regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Currently studying a science-related degree involving a year in industry with at least a 2:1 predicted grade or above. Degrees in Chemistry Biochemistry or related fields are advantageous but not essential.
- A minimum grade C or above in A-Level or equivalent Mathematics or Science subject. Chemistry A-Level is beneficial but not mandatory.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively within a dynamic office-based team environment.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities for oneself and in collaboration with a global team.
- Attention to detail and a results-driven attitude to ensure high-quality project outcomes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with team members and stakeholders across the organisation.
- Proficient with relational databases and commonly used business software such as Microsoft Excel.
- Experience in capturing interpreting and managing data is highly valued.
Professional Development and Learning Opportunities
During the placement you will gain extensive hands-on experience in regulatory compliance and chemical health and safety legislation across global markets particularly in Europe and the EMEAI region. You will become proficient in using industry-specific software such as SAP learning how multinational supply chains operate within a regulated chemical environment. This placement offers an invaluable perspective on a technical scientific role outside of traditional research settings developing your regulatory acumen and business understanding simultaneously.
Why Choose Lubrizol
Lubrizol may not be a household name but our speciality chemicals are embedded in everyday products globallyfrom automotive fluids and surface treatments to personal care items such as shampoos and pharmaceuticals. As a Berkshire Hathaway company we bring together deep chemical expertise innovative formulation capabilities and a strong commitment to impacting end-users lives positively worldwide.
We foster a culture of continuous learning innovation and collaboration where science excels and people make the difference.
Employee Benefits
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus potential.
- Generous holiday entitlement of 33 days including 8 bank holidays.
- Robust pension scheme supporting your long-term financial security.
- Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance.
- Support for final year projects to enrich academic development.
- Access to subsidised sports and social clubs and onsite restaurant facilities at some locations.
- Free car parking facilities.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Lubrizol is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We assess candidates solely on their relevant skills and achievements encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Application Process
To apply please create a short profile and upload your CV and cover letter through our careers site. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK for the duration of the placement and have completed at least two years of an undergraduate science-related degree without graduation at the placement start date.
We recommend submitting your application promptly as this position will remain open until sufficient applications are received.
Find out more about our Student Placements here
Together we are Lubrizol: Where science excels and people make a difference.
The European marketing and technical centre Lubrizol Hazelwood supports an extensive range of clients and Original Equipment Manufacturers across the globe.
The Hazelwood site is located in a rural setting around 8 miles from Derby City centre. With a vibrant and constantly growing list of things to do and see the city offers something to suit all tastes. Be it lively nights out a thriving live music scene (Derby recently won the title of the city of festivals!) an abundance of shops and restaurants or indeed getting involved in sports at the Ipro Arena or the newly opened Velodrome the choice is endless. If you prefer more peaceful surroundings the beautiful Peak District is right on the doorstep offering amazing scenery idyllic country pubs and fantastic opportunities for outdoor pursuit enthusiasts.
You will find that Lubrizol offer a wealth of career and development opportunities. We employ the very best talent and strive to offer our employees the opportunity to grow and learn.
There is something for everyone who lives and work here
To learn and see what it is like to work here at Lubrizol Hazelwood please view our video.
Employment Type
Trainee
