Regulatory Compliance Advisor – Food Industry - Leicestershire - Hybrid 2 days in office

Silven; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job description

• Location: Leicestershire - Hybrid 2 days in office
• Job Type: Technical
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary: Up to £47,000 - DOE
• Date Posted: 21/03/2025
• Expiry Date: 30/04/2025

Regulatory Compliance Advisor – Food Industry

Location: Leicestershire – Hybrid 2 days in office

Salary: Up to £47,000 – DOE

The Role:

We are looking for a Regulatory Compliance Advisor to ensure all products meet legal and regulatory requirements, supporting the company’s commitment to quality and compliance.

About the Company:

• A well-established international food manufacturer with a strong UK presence.
• Produces a diverse range of branded and private-label products.
• Operates multiple production sites and a central head office.
• A collaborative, people-focused culture where every voice is valued.
• Committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering an inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure legal and policy compliance for branded and private-label products.
• Support product launches, packaging updates, cost-saving initiatives, and regulatory changes.
• Assist in implementing a new recipe management system.
• Ensure packaging and labelling compliance across UK, EU, and export markets.
• Review and approve artwork and advertising materials for regulatory adherence.
• Provide expert guidance on product claims, allergen declarations, and ingredient compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure product specifications meet company and customer requirements.
• Manage allergen data and labelling to mitigate risks.
• Support food safety alerts, product recalls, and factory audits.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Degree in science, food science, or nutrition.
• Experience with recipe management and private-label specification systems.
• Strong knowledge of UK & EU food legislation, labelling, allergens, and nutrition claims.
• Familiarity with internal policies, customer requirements, and industry codes of practice.
• Understanding of ingredients, processing methods, and food manufacturing operations.
• Awareness of the broader food industry and competitor products.