Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier in the food and nutrition industries seeks a Regulatory Affairs Specialist to ensure compliance with UK and EU regulations. The role involves regulatory reviews, training, and collaboration with various teams to maintain high standards of quality and safety.

Benefits

Personal growth through training

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised gym membership

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical or regulatory experience in relevant fields.
• High level of business English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory compliance with food and feed safety standards.
• Monitor changes in legislation and update compliance protocols.
• Provide training for quality and technical teams.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

We are collaborating with a leading global supplier in the food, beverage, and nutrition industries. The company maintains strategic stocks worldwide to ensure continuity of supply and operates liquid and dry premix manufacturing facilities in the UK, China, and the USA. With over 40 years of experience in ingredient sourcing and distribution, they are a market leader in various categories including Vitamins, Amino Acids, Sweeteners, and more.

What does a Regulatory Affairs Specialist do?

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist will conduct in-depth reviews of regulatory matters for food and feed supplements within the EU, UK, and other regions. This role involves liaising with authorities, consultants, and professional bodies on all regulatory matters, participating in company compliance initiatives, and providing training and troubleshooting support.

What's in it for you?

• Personal growth through 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 compliance protocols.
• Support the development and implementation of regulatory strategies for existing and new ingredients/products.
• Provide regulatory review of product compliance for the quality department.
• Coordinate with authorities for necessary authorisations and licenses.
• Support the design and maintenance of specifications, ensuring all information meets relevant EU regulation requirements.
• Provide training for quality and technical teams in Europe.
• Actively support QA department tasks according to workload and priorities.
• Provide support to the commercial and marketing team to verify regulatory compliance.
• Assist in the management of crises and incidents as part of the management team.

Does this sound like you?

• 5+ years of technical or regulatory experience in food, feed, fine chemicals, pharmaceutical ingredients, or chemical distribution.
• Highly analytical and organised with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to identify problems and provide systematic solutions.
• Excellent multitasking and communication skills.
• Real team player - able to work with both senior and junior employees in a professional and inclusive manner.
• High level of business English.
• Self-motivated with strong administration skills in Microsoft Office.

Interested?

We would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV by clicking apply.