Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty and skincare company is seeking a Regulatory Manager specializing in Cosmetics. The successful candidate will manage a team ensuring regulatory compliance across a range of cosmetic products. Essential skills include strong analytical and interpersonal abilities, along with extensive experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs. This position requires on-site work in Knutsford without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs.
• Previous experience in cosmetics is a MUST.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regulatory compliance team managing compliance for retail partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement global regulatory strategy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive problem-solving

Communication

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Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client: Cpl Life Sciences

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 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 product. The focus is on colour cosmetics, skincare, hair care, body care, and fragrance.

The business is looking for a Senior Regulatory Affairs Leader to join a rapidly growing, high-energy business in the Northwest of England. Designing and manufacturing for private label and branded cosmetic-regulated products from concept and design 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 & technical compliance for all retail partners and the company's innovative range of cosmetic products. You will collaborate closely with NPD Teams and the new China Factory to ensure products meet global sale requirements.

Role Responsibilities:

• Be the first point of contact for regulatory inquiries from customers or team members.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams, clearly communicating complex regulatory requirements and technical data to diverse audiences to facilitate successful product launches.
• Ensure comprehensive regulatory compliance for all product artworks and marketing messages across all channels and target 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 keep the business agile and compliant during rapid growth.
• Take ownership of developing safe and compliant products, advising development teams on ingredients, and utilizing 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
• Significant experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs (8+ years)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all management levels
• Strong analytical skills and proactive problem-solving approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment with a sense of urgency

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