Interested in a career that matters?

At Novonesis, we are driven by the power of biology to create a more sustainable future. We work across industries to deliver innovative biosolutions that improve the way we produce food, protect our planet, and support healthier lives.

We are now looking for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist – Vietnam to join our Regulatory Affairs team in APAC.

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring compliant and efficient market access for our products in Vietnam, working closely with regional and global colleagues in a highly collaborative environment.

The Role & Your Impact

As Regulatory Affairs Specialist – Vietnam, you will be responsible for supporting regulatory compliance and product registrations in accordance with Vietnamese regulations. You will act as a trusted regulatory partner to internal stakeholders while contributing to consistent, high‑quality regulatory practices across the region.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Supporting preparation, submission, and maintenance of regulatory dossiers and notifications for the Vietnamese market
• Assessing applicable Vietnamese regulations related to food, beverage, biotechnology, and related product areas
• Providing regulatory advice and interpretations to Commercial, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and other internal teams
• Monitoring regulatory developments in Vietnam and assessing potential business impacts, risks, and opportunities
• Coordinating with APAC and global Regulatory Affairs colleagues to align on regulatory strategies
• Supporting regulatory risk assessments for new and existing products
• Acting as a key contact point for regulatory and compliance inquiries related to Vietnam
• Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining regulatory documentation such as statements, SDS, and product labels
• Contributing to continuous improvements in regulatory processes, documentation quality, and response efficiency

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Biotechnology, Food Science, Chemistry, Toxicology, Biochemistry, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain regulatory topics clearly to non‑regulatory stakeholders
• High professionalism, customer focus, and strong facilitation and presentation skills
• The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel
• A structured and detail‑oriented approach to documentation and record‑keeping

Additional Skills & Interests We Value

While not mandatory, the following experience would be an advantage:

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Product Stewardship, Product Development, or Food Safety
• Knowledge of Vietnamese regulations and guidelines related to enzyme or food ingredient registrations
• Experience preparing regulatory documentation for customer‑facing purposes, such as regulatory statements or technical datasheets
• Experience working in a regional or global regulatory setup

What We Offer

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment with strong cross‑regional teamwork
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within Regulatory Affairs and across the business
• Exposure to global regulatory processes and stakeholders
• A culture that values trust, accountability, and continuous improvement

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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