Regulatory Affairs Specialist

GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in food and nutrition is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Specialist in Greater London. This full-time, permanent position involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards, monitoring regulatory changes, and supporting product development strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of regulatory experience in the industry, strong analytical skills, and a high level of business English. Opportunities include personal growth and several attractive benefits.

Benefits

Personal growth opportunities

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised gym membership

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in regulatory matters for food, feed or ingredients.
• Must have a high level of business English.
• Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Review regulatory matters for food and feed supplements in the UK and EU.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update compliance protocols.
• Support development of regulatory strategies for products.
• Provide training for quality and technical teams.

Skills

Technical or regulatory experience in food, feed or ingredients

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem identification and solution

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Strong administration skills on Microsoft Office

Job description

Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Full-time, Permanent)

Unlock your potential with our client

Our client is a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world's best‑known food, beverage, and nutrition brands.

Their expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customised Services. Their global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, delivers sustainable value‑added solutions to their customers. They are recognised for their deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation, which have earned them a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader.

Wherever your career is headed, you'll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with them.

What does Regulatory Affairs Specialist mean at our client?

Provide in depth review of regulatory matters for food, feed supplements activity in the EU, UK and outside the EU entities for our client. Provide training and troubleshooting. Link with authorities, consultants and professional bodies on all regulatory matters. Participate in company compliance initiatives.

What's in it for you?

• Personal growth including training and development opportunities.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Discretionary bonus.

What to expect?

• Ensure regulatory compliance with food and feed safety, quality and defence as it relates to UK, EU and GFSI (BRC) requirements, Organic, Halal, FAMI QS and Kosher.
• Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory requirements, proactively assessing the impact on business and updating the senior management team's compliance protocols as necessary.
• Support the development and implementation of regulatory strategies for existing ingredients and new ingredients/products in the UK and EU regions ensuring compliance to but not limited to Allergens, REACH, Novel food, Packaging Food Contact Materials, Food Law and Labelling, Feed Laws and Labelling, Residues and Contaminants, Natural and Botanical ingredients etc.
• Provide regulatory review of product compliance when an in-depth analysis/review is needed for the quality department. Example of review provided: Novel food status, specific application status, claims, and labelling.
• Coordinate with authorities for all work required, such as authorisation and licences.
• Support the design and maintenance of company specifications, ensuring all information is correct and meets relevant EU regulation requirements.
• Provide training for the quality and technical teams in Europe.
• Actively support QA department tasks according to workload and priorities, as required.
• Provide support to the commercial and marketing team to verify regulatory compliance.
• Assisting, as required, in the management of crises and incidents as part of the management team.

Does this sound like you?

• A successful candidate will have 5+ years of technical or regulatory experience in food, feed or ingredients.
• Highly analytical and organised with keen attention to detail.
• Must be able to identify problems and provide solutions.
• Be able to multitask and have excellent communication skills.
• Real team player – Must be able to work with senior and junior employees in a professional and inclusive manner.
• A high level of business English is essential.
• The successful candidate will be self-motivated.
• Strong administration skills on Microsoft Office Packaging on Windows.

Interested? Our client would love to hear from you

Click apply and submit your CV.