Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty and skincare company seeks a Regulatory Manager to oversee compliance for innovative cosmetic products. With a focus on collaboration and strategy development, you will lead a team in a dynamic environment, ensuring regulatory adherence and supporting product launches in global markets. This role demands strong regulatory experience in cosmetics and the ability to navigate rapid growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of significant experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs.
• Proactive and strong analytical skills to anticipate issues.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with urgency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regulatory compliance team managing compliance for retail partners.
• Collaborate with teams to launch new products meeting global regulations.
• Develop and implement global regulatory strategy with the Head of Regulatory.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Regulatory Manager – Cosmetics

Job Type: Full-time, permanent position

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

Cpl is collaborating with a growing beauty and skincare company with a large customer base, ranging from high street retailers from all around the world, online fashion retailers, and licensed products. The focus is on colour cosmetics, skincare, hair care, body care, and fragrance.

The business is seeking a Senior Regulatory Affairs Leader to join a rapidly growing, high-energy company in the Northwest of England. The role involves designing and manufacturing private label and branded cosmetic 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 all retail partners and the company’s innovative range of cosmetic products. Collaboration with NPD Teams and the new China Factory is essential to ensure products meet global sale requirements.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inquiries from customers or internal teams.
2. Collaborate within cross-functional teams and clearly communicate complex regulatory requirements and technical data to diverse audiences, supporting the successful launch of new products.
3. Ensure comprehensive regulatory compliance for all product artworks and marketing messages across channels and global markets.
4. Work with the Head of Regulatory, Technical & Quality to develop and implement the global regulatory strategy.
5. Support NPD on claims and testing to maximize compliance and claims in key markets.
6. Maintain a deep understanding of global regulations to ensure agility and compliance amidst rapid growth.
7. Take ownership of developing safe and compliant products, advising development teams on ingredient selection and external consultants as needed.
8. Author and compile technical documentation for submissions, licensing, re-licensing, and change reporting.
9. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. Previous experience in cosmetics is a MUST.
2. 8+ years of significant experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs.
3. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively at all management levels.
4. Proactive with strong analytical skills to anticipate issues and provide solutions.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with creativity and meticulous attention to detail.
6. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment with a strong sense of urgency.

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