Regulatory Affairs Manager

No7 Beauty Company; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Access to counselling and support through TELUS Health

Job summary

No7 Beauty Company, part of Boots in Nottingham, is seeking a Regulatory Manager to lead regulatory strategies in product development. You will manage a team of experts to ensure compliance with industry standards while driving successful product launches.

Ideal candidates will have significant experience in the cosmetic sector, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to innovation. Providing career growth opportunities is a key part of our workplace ethos.

Join us and contribute to a vibrant and inclusive environment that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• Experience in global regulatory frameworks is a plus.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices in product development.
• Pragmatic, logical, and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of four regulatory experts.
• Set a regulatory strategy supporting product development.
• Oversee regulatory activities aligning with global product plans.

Skills

Experience within the cosmetic/OTC sector

5 years’ experience in a regulatory environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to forge strong partnerships

Job description

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you ready to make a difference in the beauty industry? Join us at Boots as a Regulatory Manager within the No7 Beauty Company’s Research & Development team in Nottingham!

At Boots, we work every day to build a brilliant environment for our people, empowering them to make a difference for our customers and colleagues. We believe in collaboration, trust, and growth, and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for innovation and excellence.

What you’ll be doing

As a Regulatory Manager, you will lead a talented team of subject matter experts, driving regulatory strategies that underpin our new product development. You will play a crucial role in ensuring our products meet compliance standards while enabling successful launches in the UK and beyond. Your expertise will help shape our regulatory positions and policies, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the beauty industry.

Key responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead, develop, and manage a team of four regulatory experts, enabling effective product strategies.
• Strategy: Set a regulatory strategy that supports new product development and successful market launches.
• Product Development & Compliance: Oversee regulatory activities that align with our three-year global product development plan.
• Horizon Scanning: Build strong external networks and represent No7 Beauty Company, identifying threats and opportunities in the regulatory landscape.
• Processes & Governance: Develop efficient processes to streamline regulatory activities across new product development and existing product lines.

What you’ll need to have (our must-haves)

• Experience within the cosmetic/OTC sector.
• 5 years’ experience in a regulatory environment.
• A pragmatic, logical, and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to forge strong partnerships with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience in developing, motivating, and integrating teams.
• Strong organisational skills to manage and prioritise a varied workload.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen.

It would be great if you also have

• Experience in global regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices in product development.

Where your brilliance can take you

At Boots, we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for career development. You’ll have the chance to grow within a supportive environment that values your contributions and encourages continuous learning.

Rewards designed for you

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
• Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of our everyday practices.

**What’s next?**If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you. If you apply, our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. We are open to discussing part‑time and job‑share options. If you require additional support during the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.

Join us at Boots and be part of a team that makes a difference every day!