Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Officer

Hayati®; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayati®, PAX’s flagship brand, is seeking a Compliance Officer to develop and manage the compliance framework for e-cigarette and medical device products across the UK and European markets.

You will monitor evolving UK and European regulatory requirements, lead certification projects, and ensure ongoing compliance throughout the product lifecycle, coordinating with internal teams, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in a related field.
• 3+ years' experience in regulatory compliance with UK/European certification projects.
• Fluent English and ability to prepare regulatory reports and submissions.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU medical device and tobacco product frameworks.
• Legal qualifications or regulatory certifications are a plus.
• Eligible to work full-time in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret European regulations and standards for e-cigarette and medical devices.
• Lead certification projects for UK and European markets and manage timelines.
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments across development, manufacturing and commercial operations.
• Prepare regulatory documentation, submissions, and compliance reports.
• Deliver compliance training and provide regulatory guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Support inspections and audits by European authorities with documentation in English.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory reporting

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory risk assessment

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Law/Medical/Tobacco Science/Regulatory Affairs

Legal qualification or certifications in medical device regulatory compliance (advantage)

Job description

Responsible for developing and managing the company's compliance framework for e-cigarette and medical device products across the UK and European market. This role monitors evolving UK and European regulatory requirements, leads product certification activities, and ensures ongoing compliance throughout the product lifecycle. Working closely with internal stakeholders, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities, the Compliance Officer will mitigate regulatory risks, maintain compliance standards, and support the company's sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret European regulations and standards applicable to e-cigarette and medical device products, including but not limited to the MDR, TPD, etc. Establish and continuously improve the company's product compliance management, certification procedures, and regulatory processes.
• Lead certification projects for e-cigarette and medical device products intended for the UK and European market. Coordinate with certification bodies, manage certification timelines, and ensure successful product approvals.
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments across product development, manufacturing, and commercial operations. Prepare risk assessment reports, recommend corrective actions, and drive remediation efforts to ensure ongoing compliance with European regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Prepare regulatory documentation, certification submissions, and compliance reports.
• Deliver compliance training to cross-functional teams and provide regulatory guidance to business functions on compliance-related matters.
• Support inspections and audits conducted by European regulatory authorities by preparing and submitting regulatory documentation in English, while maintaining the company's reputation for regulatory compliance in overseas markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in Law, Medical, Tobacco Science, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field.
• 3+ years' experience in regulatory compliance, with hands-on experience managing UK and European certification projects for e-cigarette or medical device products.
• Fluent English, with the ability to independently communicate with global stakeholders and prepare regulatory reports, certification documentation, and compliance submissions.
• Strong knowledge of UK and European regulatory frameworks governing medical devices and/or tobacco-related products, with proven capability in regulatory risk identification, compliance assessment, and problem-solving.
• Legal qualification or recognized certifications in medical device regulatory compliance would be a plus.
• Must be eligible to work full-time in the UK without visa sponsorship.

PAX, established in 2021 and headquartered in Hong Kong, operates globally. As a world-leading consumer electronics company, we focus on cutting-edge technologies.

Hayati®, PAX’s flagship brand, was born in the UK and has since grown into one of Britain’s best-known consumer electronics brands, with a strong and expanding international presence. Alongside Hayati®, we continue to incubate and develop a diverse portfolio of brands—including Quokka®, Moxy®, Liora®, Finebar® and Philia®—each designed for different lifestyles, moments and markets around the world.

In 2025, PAX completed a pre-IPO reorganisation of its corporate structure and governance framework, entering the preparation phase for a potential NASDAQ listing. PAX Group Holdings Limited leads the Group’s global governance and long-term strategy, with operating offices across the UK, Germany and the UAE to support local markets worldwide. The Group’s exclusive Chinese mainland partner, PAX Innovations (Shenzhen) Limited, provides integrated R&D, branding, supply chain and quality management services, connecting our global brands with world-class manufacturing capabilities.

Guided by integrity as our core value, PAX is driven by innovation, centred on users, and committed to building for the long term and sustainable development. By combining dependable products with trusted partnerships, we work alongside consumers, partners, and the broader industry to shape a credible, future-oriented global ecosystem.