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Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation with a presence in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is focused on developing technologies and farming practices that empower farmers, so they can make the transformation required to feed the world’s population while preserving our planet. Its bold scientific discoveries deliver better benefits for farmers and society on a bigger scale than ever before. Guided by its Sustainability Priorities, Syngenta is developing new technologies and solutions that support farmers to grow healthier plants in healthier soil with a higher yield. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our stories and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram & X. 

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At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Regulatory Seeds Team is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Specialist in Santa Isabel (Santa Fe), Venado Tuerto, (Santa Fe), or Buenos Aires (CABA or GBA) This role will lead the processes related to field trials permitting and compliance regulated activities in Argentina and Chile. Will also Provide support to business functions involved in regulated activities and interface with internal (e.g., Quality Management, R&D, Field Production) and external (e.g., Associations, Agencies) stakeholders as appropriate.

Accountabilities

• Lead the regulatory submissions and compliance management for GMO field trials, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations and monitoring compliance activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulated materials management, building strong relationships with internal/external stakeholders and representing the company before industry associations and authorities.
• Develop and implement regulatory compliance training programs for internal stakeholders and third parties, providing ongoing support and educational resources.
• Manage regulatory systems and processes, including Regulatory One platform administration, while conducting risk-based assessments of regulated trial programs.
• Provide strategic support to business units (R&D, Production & Supply) by translating requirements into practical submission plans and sharing best practices across the global compliance community.

Required

• A higher education degree (agriculture, molecular biology, biotechnology or related background).
• At least 5 years’ Experience with regulatory compliance, management of regulated GM materials and/or work with regulations.
• Experience working in a multi-culture and multi-discipline team environment
• Familiarity with quality management systems
• Knowledge on how the legal environment, political and public perceptions impact regulations of technology in agriculture is desired.
• Strong communication skills (oral, written and interpersonal), ability to influence and gain support.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and prioritize information and to interpret and apply business needs.
• Leadership potential, dedication to meet the expectations of internal customers and requirements of regulatory authorities.
• Strong digital skills
• Communicational English level.
• Travel Requirements: domestic travel required (≤ 25%)

What We Offer

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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