Compliance or Advocacy Specialist

Leuven May 7, 2026 Full Time Workday

Job Description

Compliance Specialist – Key responsibilities
The Compliance Specialist will support, among others, the following activities:
•    Review and analyse product safety and environmental legislation, directives, standards, and upcoming regulatory changes that may affect TEL’s business
(e.g. Machinery Directive, EMC Directive, REACH, CLP, WEEE, UK product legislation).
•    Monitor differences in how EU and UK regulations are implemented at national level.
•    Assess regulatory risks and their potential impact on TEL business and operations.
•    Prepare clear reports and recommendations for senior management.
•    Work with TEE departments and TEL corporate product teams to identify practical and compliant business solutions.
•    Support sales and service teams with regulatory questions from customers, and join customer meetings where needed.
    Advocacy Specialist – Key responsibilities
The Advocacy Specialist will support, among others, the following activities:
•    Work with TEL’s Global Advocacy team to assess the impact of proposed product related legislation.
•    Help develop alternative proposals, position papers, or amendments.
•    Support public consultations and stakeholder responses.
•    Participate in industry association working groups and support engagement with regulators.
Your skills and experience
•    University degree required 
•    PhD is an advantage
Essential skills
•    Ability to read, understand, and explain legislation, standards, and regulatory texts 
•    Experience in compliance, risk management, or regulated environments 
•    Ability to prepare clear and convincing technical arguments 
•    Strong attention to detail 
•    Improvement oriented and structured way of working
Preferred skills
•    Background in engineering or chemistry
•    Experience with compliance requirements for large industrial or electromechanical equipment
•    Knowledge of EU chemicals legislation (especially REACH, POPs)
•    Experience in highly regulated industries (e.g. aerospace, nuclear, automotive)
•    Experience with advocacy or regulatory engagement is an advantage
•    Good working knowledge of MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Personal qualities
We are looking for someone who:
•    is flexible and adaptable
•    communicates clearly with internal and external stakeholders
•    is well organised and able to work under pressure
•    has strong problem solving skills
•    is motivated to grow and develop in the role
•    works well as part of a team
Fluent English (spoken and written) is essential.
A second European language and/or Japanese is a plus.

 

Individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and/or training. In addition to base salary, we offer (full time regular employees ) a comprehensive benefits package and for certain roles eligibility in our bonus plan and long-term incentives as applicable. The talent advisor can share more details about total compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

Qualifications

Education

Languages

English

Certifications

Work Experience

Tokyo Electron Limited (TEL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). As such, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, belief, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, membership to a traveller community or any other legally protected characteristic. TEL acknowledges that diversity creates an innovative culture and aims to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and can succeed based on merit and qualifications.

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Tokyo Electron Europe Ltd.
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How to Get Hired at Tokyo Electron

  • Tokyo Electron is the world's third-largest semiconductor equipment manufacturer with approximately 20,273 employees, 2.43 trillion yen in annual revenue, and a market capitalization exceeding $114 billion. The company builds essential equipment for four critical chip fabrication processes: deposition, coater/developer, etching, and cleaning.
  • TEL uses Workday as its applicant tracking system for U.S. and European roles. The primary careers portal is hosted at tel.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TEL-Careers. Regional portals exist for Korea, Taiwan, and China through local job boards.
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