Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty and skincare company is seeking a Regulatory Manager for their cosmetics range in the UK. This role involves managing regulatory compliance, leading a team, and collaborating closely with various departments to ensure product compliance and successful launches in international markets.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs.
• Previous experience in cosmetics is a MUST.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regulatory compliance team.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for product artworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful product launches.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proactive issue anticipation

Communication skills

Job description

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Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics, Bournemouth

Client: Cpl Life Sciences

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Regulatory Manager – Cosmetics

Job Type: Full-time, permanent position

Location: Cheshire East district, UK – Full-time office-based position

Cpl is collaborating with a growing beauty and skincare company with a large customer base, including high street retailers worldwide, online fashion retailers, and licensed products. The focus is on colour cosmetics, skincare, hair care, body care, and fragrance.

The business seeks a Senior Regulatory Affairs Leader to join a high-energy, rapidly growing company in the Northwest of England. The role involves designing and manufacturing private label and branded cosmetic-regulated products from concept to delivery.

As a Regulatory Manager, you will join the Regulatory Compliance Team of 9 people. Reporting to the Head of Regulatory, Technical & Quality, you will lead the regulatory compliance team, managing regulatory and technical compliance for retail partners and the company's innovative cosmetic range. You will collaborate closely with NPD Teams and the new China Factory to ensure products meet worldwide sale requirements.

Role Responsibilities:

• Be the first point of contact for regulatory inquiries from customers or team members.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams and communicate complex regulatory requirements and technical data to diverse audiences, facilitating successful product launches.
• Ensure comprehensive regulatory compliance for all product artworks and marketing messages across all channels and global markets.
• Work with the Head of Regulatory, Technical & Quality to develop and implement the Global Regulatory strategy.
• Support NPD on claims and testing to maximize and ensure compliance with legislation in key markets.
• Maintain a deep understanding of global regulations to ensure agility and compliance during fast growth.
• Own the development of safe and compliant products, advising on ingredient selection and external consultants as needed.
• Author and compile technical documentation for submissions, licensing, re-licensing, and change reporting.
• Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Previous experience in cosmetics is a MUST
• 8+ years of significant experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate across all management levels
• Strong analytical skills and proactive issue anticipation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment with urgency and commitment to speed to market

This role does not offer job sponsorship, and the candidate MUST be willing to work on-site in Knutsford.