Frankfurt am Main Flexible hybrid setup Global scope Full-Time Permanent
LANGE HR Consulting
Our goal is to create a healthy, friendly, and successful environment for both clients and candidates.
Trust and honesty are essential to us – which is why we act as your strategic partner, helping you find the role that truly fits you. We carefully analyse the needs of our clients, ensuring we always understand which profile is right for which position.
You benefit not only from our industry expertise and long-standing relationships, but also from the personal support of a dedicated consultant who will coach you throughout the process – and, if desired, accompany you to interviews.
Your Impact
In this strategically relevant role, you will act as a central interface between regulation, standardisation and business strategy. You actively shape regulatory and technical frameworks at national, European and international level and ensure that upcoming standards are anticipated early and translated into competitive advantage.
You will represent the company in key standardisation bodies, influence regulatory developments relevant to building materials and construction systems, and drive internal alignment across engineering, R&D, legal and business functions.
This role is designed for experienced professionals who combine deep regulatory expertise with strategic foresight, strong stakeholder management and the ambition to actively shape the future of the construction and building materials industry.
Your Responsibilities
External Representation & Strategic Influence
Act as the company’s key representative in national, European and international standardisation committees, associations and regulatory bodies.
- Actively influence standards and regulatory frameworks relevant to building materials, construction systems and building envelopes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with standardisation organisations, industry associations and key stakeholders.
- Anticipate regulatory trends and assess their potential impact on products, markets and business strategy.
Internal Alignment & Communication
Lead and coordinate an internal expert network across engineering, R&D, quality, legal, marketing and production.
- Translate complex regulatory and standardisation requirements into clear business-relevant recommendations and decision templates.
- Support product development and innovation by integrating regulatory requirements at an early stage.
- Act as internal sparring partner for management on regulatory risks, opportunities and strategic positioning.
- Design and deliver internal trainings, briefings and updates on standards and compliance topics.
Monitoring & Risk Management
Continuously monitor regulatory developments, standards and certification requirements across relevant global markets.
- Manage and oversee certification processes, including cost implications and timelines.
- Develop internal guidelines, position papers and whitepapers to support strategic decision-making.
- Contribute to the development and execution of a future-oriented standards and regulatory strategy aligned with long-term business goals.
Your Profile
Several years of professional experience in regulatory affairs, standardisation, certification or compliance within a technical or industrial environment.
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks in the construction or building materials sector (e.g. roofing, waterproofing, façades or adjacent industries).
- Proven experience working in international and cross-functional environments with multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to navigate complex organisational structures and balance regulatory requirements with business objectives.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strategic mindset combined with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.
- Excellent English skills are essential; German language skills are a strong advantage.
- Willingness to travel as part of a European or global role.
Not a 100% match?
You may be unsure whether your profile fits perfectly or you are looking for the next step in a new environment.
Let’s talk openly. We will give you an honest assessment of your chances and development opportunities. You are also welcome to join our talent pool, so we can proactively contact you when suitable positions become available.
What is important to us
We value open, honest and respectful communication.
Candidates are only placed when we are fully convinced of the fit.
We therefore appreciate the same attitude and mindset in our candidates to ensure a positive and professional collaboration.
What the role offers
Strategic and visible role within a dynamic international environment.
- Freedom to shape industry standards and influence regulatory direction.
- A long-term opportunity with room to grow into a thought leadership position in standardisation and compliance.
- Collaboration with cross-functional and multicultural teams across Europe and beyond.
Confidentiality notice !
This search is conducted strictly confidentially.
Further details about the organization, technology and market context will be shared exclusively in direct conversations with shortlisted candidates.
Next steps
- If you are motivated by global responsibility, market creation and strategic ownership, we look forward to a confidential exchange.
- Applications and initial conversations can be arranged outside regular business hours if required.
- We are actively building an international candidate pool through direct search and targeted outreach.
Considering a change?
Your application will be treated with strict confidentiality.
- Interviews can be arranged outside regular working hours, including evenings or weekends.
Ready for your next step?
Apply now
Your contact person
Mr. Christian Lange
Contact us
LANGE HR Consulting
Mannheimer Strasse 23
68775 Ketsch
+49 152 02042030
info@hr-lange.com
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