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Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist & Team Leader

Emilia Assenza

Principal Subject Matter Expert

Italy

Ensuring global regulatory compliance with a particular focus on consumer protection and the textiles sector.

Simplifying regulatory journeys for our customers by transforming complexity into practical solutions is my goal.

Emilia’s Biography

Emilia is a Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist with over 8 years of experience in the legal compliance sector.

She joined Adherent in 2017 and is now a Senior Team Leader. As a Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist, she keeps clients up to date on global regulatory developments, with a particular focus on consumer protection, textiles, and data protection.

Areas of Expertise

  • Consumer Protection
  • Textiles

More About Me

Passions & Perspectives

I’m an avid reader, exploring everything from classics to the latest releases. I love languages, travel, and nature. Sports are a big part of my life, particularly running, tennis, and cycling.

Credentials & Certifications

  • Master’s Degree in Law, University of Catania, Italy (cum laude)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Professions, University of Catania

Experience Highlights

    • Graduated cum laude with a Master’s Degree in Law and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Professions
    • Gained experience in private practice at several legal offices in Italy and Ireland prior to joining Adherent
    • Author of numerous blogs and whitepapers in her areas of expertise
    • Presented webinars and in-person events, including Adherent ESG and Product Compliance Insights events
    • Participated in global conferences, both online and on-site
    • Promoted to Senior Team Leader in 2024