Europe Lead, Low Carbon Regulation & Advocacy
Date Posted: March 3, 2026
Reports To: Director, Low Carbon Regulation & Advocacy
Location: Brussels
Position Summary
Looking for an interesting job full of challenges in an international company that values its employees and fosters their development? Look no further! We have you covered.
Who are we?
We are Methanex, the world’s largest manufacturer and distributor of methanol.
But what is methanol? Methanol is a chemical compound present in your everyday life, be it in your furniture, car and even solar panels. Plus, it is also an innovative, clean-burning energy solution and is used to power cars, buses, trucks and ships that transport people and goods around the world.
Our global presence means we are active in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe and Latin America. Doing business all around the world does not mean we lose sight of what is important to us: people. Our organization in medium sized regional offices allow us to work in a multicultural environment while still knowing all our employees’ names!
Regarding Belgium, our offices are located in Waterloo. From there, our European team oversees the management and administration of Methanex’s sales and logistics operations in Europe.
At Methanex, we hold Responsible Care in high regards. We make sure that our members feel valued and work in a safe environment and that our stakeholders are educated regarding methanol. We also have multiple initiatives linked to environment and social responsibility. If those tickle your interest, you are more than welcome to read our sustainability report and find out more!
Now, if a position as Europe Lead, Low Carbon Regulation & Advocacy sounds interesting to you, we might have the opportunity you have been looking for, as we are currently seeking our next team member!
What position will you have?
Reporting to the Director, Low Carbon Regulation and Advocacy, the Europe Lead, Low Carbon Regulation & Advocacy, is responsible for monitoring, interpreting, and responding to regulatory developments affecting low‑carbon methanol, with a particular focus on European regulators.
Central to the role is the ability to assess and articulate the implications of regulatory developments for the Low Carbon Solutions (LCS) business, ensuring regulatory risk, opportunity, and strategic impact are clearly understood. The Europe Lead, Low Carbon Regulation & Advocacy, will identify advocacy priorities arising from these regulatory assessments and will develop and deliver advocacy strategies in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, notably the Methanol Institute (“MI”) and its EU Working Group, while also developing and leveraging other strategic alliances.
As a key member of the Low Carbon Solutions team, the Europe Lead, Low Carbon Regulation & Advocacy, will also ensure timely and effective communication of regulatory developments and their business implications to internal stakeholders, enabling informed commercial and strategic decision‑making. The role will represent the company’s low‑carbon methanol interests in relevant external forums, actively contributing to regulatory debates and advocacy efforts. It will also provide ongoing support and guidance to colleagues across functions, fostering alignment, improving regulatory literacy, and embedding a strong understanding of regulatory drivers and advocacy needs across the LCS business.
Position Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities will include:
Establish efficient European regulatory monitoring, communication and engagement.
• Maintain Methanex’s system for monitoring European regulatory developments, including use of network contacts and IT tools.
• Develop user-centric approach to keeping LCS stakeholders abreast of regulatory developments.
• Run efficient processes to consult and align with LCS stakeholders on regulatory issues.
Develop advocacy plans and instigate and support related advocacy initiatives in the European sphere.
• Develop a standard framework for advocacy plans to facilitate cross functional understanding, engagement and status monitoring.
• Prepare and maintain advocacy plans for key European regulatory issues that include stakeholder assessments, advocacy objectives and supporting actions.
• Instigate and support advocacy initiatives, which fully leverage relationships with Methanex’s existing industry representative organisations like the Methanol Institute.
• Propose collaboration with new advocacy partners to achieve advocacy objectives that are not possible or unsuitable with existing partners.
Provide ongoing support and guidance to LCS team stakeholders.
• Be regarded as a go to resource for European regulatory matters for the Methanex Business Development team focusing on low carbon methanol and ammonia for segments including maritime, road and chemicals.
• Proactively propose and prepare solutions to Supply and Business Development related regulatory issues.
Contribute to development and influence of Methanex representative organizations, including the Methanol Institute (MI) and its EU Working Group.
• Actively seek to shape the agenda and priorities of the MI EU Working Group.
• Seek to ensure that the MI is aware of, and consulted on, advocacy initiatives instigated by others.
• Maximise the opportunities to leverage Methanex’s representative organisations to advance Methanex’s advocacy objectives.
• Contribute to development of MI and other’s advocacy plans and initiatives, and ensure alignment with MX’s.
• Help drive participation and engagement with MI’s EU WG through adding to the quality of deliberations.
Position Qualifications
Your experience and hard skills
• Completed university degree in Political Science & International Relations, Environment or Energy Economics, Environmental Science or Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 7 to 10 years of experience in similar industries with global operations, understanding economic drivers and their influences.
• Excellent spoken and written English, plus French/Dutch/German or another EU language would be an advantage.
Your personality and soft skills
• Excellent verbal & written Communication Skills: Simplifies complexity and engages internal and external stakeholders in an efficient manner.
• Influential Leadership & Stakeholder Management: Builds consensus and drives momentum across diverse, multi-stakeholder environments. Fosters alignment, cooperation, and shared ownership.
• Regulatory Network & Relationship Building: Possesses a broad regulatory network and excels at developing new strategic partnerships.
• Business Acumen & Strategic Alignment: Aligns commercial objectives with regulatory frameworks. Translates business needs into clear regulatory solutions and vice versa.
• Dealing with Ambiguity: Thrives in uncertainty, adapts quickly and manages risk confidently.
• Organizational Agility: Understands the cultures of organizations and navigates formal and informal structures effectively.
• Managerial Courage: Addresses issues directly, delivers candid, actionable feedback and takes decisive action when required.
• Planning: Accurately scopes projects, sets clear goals, structures work, anticipates roadblocks, and delivers measurable results.
• Cross-Cultural Agility: Navigates local cultures effectively, balances conviction with flexibility and champions locally driven initiatives.
Other information
• International travel, approximately four to six times annually, may be required.
• Due to collaboration across global time zones, the role will at times involve work beyond standard working hours.
What do we offer?
The Methanex company culture enables people to work together towards a shared vision and a “One Team” culture. In addition, we have a multinational environment and a dynamic team which is result driven and caring.
At Methanex, our goal is to grow together. We believe we all have the opportunity to impact the company for the better. Therefore, we are committed to ensuring you have the knowledge, tools, and opportunities to maximize your potential. From internal and global trainings to individual development plan and coaching, we make sure you have the possibility to develop your skills. Through our various internal committees, we also have the opportunity to learn from each other and improve the company together.
Regarding the benefits, we offer a competitive salary package including many comprehensive insurance, meal vouchers, short term incentives and transportation costs. As you better know what you need, we have a flexible compensation plan that allows you to decide on a portion of your salary package. You also get 34 holidays throughout the year to take a well-earned rest!
You feel like this is your dream job and company?
We would be delighted to receive your resume at [email protected].
Although a cover letter is not mandatory, sending one with your motivation for the job would be highly appreciated!
At Methanex, we believe in our People, and we live our core values of Trust, Professionalism, Respect and Integrity!
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At Methanex, we believe that having a diverse team and an inclusive workplace creates a better culture, better decisions and a better company. We are committed to a diverse organization that values different perspectives, backgrounds, skills and abilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs.