Regulatory Compliance Analyst – Cosmetics, Electronics & Toys

Eurofins USA; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in analytical testing services is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Analyst specializing in cosmetics, electronics, and toys. This role focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance across various products, interpreting complex regulations, and documentation management. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, with experience in consumer product compliance and an eye for detail. Comprehensive benefits include a competitive salary, medical insurance, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Life assurance (4x salary)

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Income protection

Pension scheme (up to 5% match)

Holiday purchase options

Employee support programs

Free parking

Global career opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory compliance for consumer products, especially cosmetics or toys.
• Knowledge of global compliance frameworks (CE marking, REACH, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple categories.

Responsibilities

• Stay updated on UK, European, and international regulations.
• Review and update labelling standards for compliance.
• Maintain technical documentation and prepare for inspections.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

High attention to detail

Organized team player

Education

Degree in Regulatory Affairs, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, or related field

Tools

Regulatory databases and submission platforms (e.g., SCPN, CPNP, RAPEX)

Job description

Regulatory Compliance Analyst – Cosmetics, Electronics & Toys

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a range of analytical testing services across multiple industries. Our goal is to make life and the environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. We work with major companies to ensure product safety, authenticity, and accurate labelling.

Eurofins is committed to societal health and safety, environmental protection, and diversity, equity, and inclusion across its network of companies.

Eurofins|BLC is a specialized testing and consulting business within the Eurofins Softlines and Leather division, with over 100 years of experience in leather, consumer, and chemicals testing.

In 2024, Eurofins reported revenues of EUR 6,515 billion and has been one of Europe's best-performing stocks over the past 20 years.

The Role:

To ensure compliance for our clients' products, including cosmetics, consumer electronics, hardlines, and toys. The role involves interpreting and implementing complex regulations across multiple markets, with on-site support for the Dangerous Goods Safety Advisory team.

Main Duties:

Regulatory Monitoring and Interpretation

• Stay updated on UK, European, and international regulations such as UK Cosmetics Regulation, UKCA/CE marking, Toy Safety Directive, RoHS, REACH, EMC, LVD, GPSD.
• Assess the impact of regulatory updates on products.

Compliance Execution

• Review and update labelling standards to ensure compliance with ingredient restrictions, claims, and packaging standards.
• Validate packaging compliance and report on packaging tax liabilities.
• Manage testing programs to meet safety standards, including age grading, heavy metals, and flammability.
• Support third-party testing, certifications, and risk assessments.

Documentation and Technical Files

• Maintain technical documentation, safety data sheets, and regulatory reports.
• Prepare for inspections and coordinate compliance documentation across SKUs and regions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to incorporate compliance early in product development.
• Advise on product claims, advertising standards, and legal labelling, ensuring evidence-based claims.
• Work with QA to resolve compliance issues or recalls.
• Communicate with external bodies like test labs, notified bodies, and regulators.

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree in Regulatory Affairs, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, or related field.
• Experience in regulatory compliance for consumer products, especially in cosmetics, formulated products, electronics, or toys.
• Familiarity with regulatory databases and submission platforms (e.g., SCPN, CPNP, RAPEX).
• Knowledge of global compliance frameworks (e.g., CE marking, REACH, Prop 65, CLP, ISO 22716).
• Organized team player with excellent communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple categories.
• Ability to commute to Coventry twice a week.

Benefits: Competitive salary, life assurance (4x salary), private medical insurance, health cash plan, income protection, pension scheme (up to 5% match), holiday purchase options, discounts, employee support programs, free parking, and global career opportunities.

This is an office-based role, working 2 days off-site at the retailer. The workweek is 37.5 hours, from 8:45 am to 5:00 pm.