York, ENG, GB
Apprentice Regulatory Compliance Officer
We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.
About the Unit
Yara Pocklington is part of the global company Yara International ASA and is a leader in the product development, manufacture and marketing of speciality nutrients & biostimulant products for use in regenerative agriculture worldwide. The business has grown significantly in recent years and has continued ambitious growth objectives for its Biological products. To meet this growth a new Global Production plant is currently being built in Howden, UK.
Do you want to study for a qualification in addition to learning on the job? If so, then this may be your ideal opportunity!
We are seeking an Apprentice Regulatory Compliance Officer to join our team.
The Regulatory Affairs team is responsible for ensuring that all YaraVita and YaraAmplix products meet regulatory requirements across global markets. This includes maintaining compliance with local and international chemical and fertiliser regulations through the management of technical documentation, label content, regulatory submissions, and ongoing monitoring of market-specific requirements.
Reporting to the Regulatory Affairs & Packaging Design manager in this role, you will learn about product compliance for all YaraVita/ YaraAmplix brand products with local and international chemical and fertilizer regulations.
In this role, you will work with product data, contribute to project activities, and collaborate closely with internal teams and external authorities to support the successful launch of new products and ensure continued compliance of existing ones. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and make a meaningful impact at a global level.
Responsibilities
The main responsibilities for this role are:
- Support and maintain global product registrations for a portfolio of 500+ products manufactured at Yara Pocklington.
- Support registration-related administrative activities.
- Support with the preparation of high-quality technical documentation to support regulatory submissions and ensure ongoing compliance.
- Work closely with the Biostimulant Regulatory team to ensure products comply with relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Collaborate with Product Development to ensure all ingredients meet global chemical regulatory standards.
- Liaise with external suppliers to obtain and validate product compliance information.
- Support global packaging development projects and provide support to ensure label compliance across markets.
- Checking packaging label text in line with applicable fertiliser regulations and packaging design requirements.
Profile
- GCSE or ‘A’ level education, preferably English / Business Admin / Chemistry / Maths
- Interest in a Business Admin role
- Good level of IT competence
- Excellent attention to detail
Commitment is needed for study towards the 2 year Apprenticeship Levy qualification: Regulatory Compliance Officer
Additional Information
In addition to a great place to work, Yara offer an attractive rewards package including:
- 25 days holiday (plus option to buy 5 more)
- Vitality Private Health
- 10% employer Pension Contributions
- Annual bonus scheme
- Life Assurance
- Wide range of personal development opportunities
- Inclusion & Wellbeing Activities (including football, badminton, tennis, running and walking)
Please send your CV by clicking the button “Apply now”. CV's sent via email will not be accepted.
Contact details
Helen Coxon
Senior HR Advisor
helen.coxon@yara.com
Apply no later than
19th April 2026
Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.
As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.
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