Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty and skincare company is seeking a Regulatory Manager for their team in Milton Keynes. The role involves overseeing regulatory compliance, managing a team, and collaborating with product development teams to ensure all cosmetic products meet global standards. Candidates should have significant experience in regulatory affairs within the cosmetics industry, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs is required.
• Strong communication skills at all management levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regulatory compliance team, ensuring product artworks and messaging meet global regulations.
• Communicate complex regulatory requirements to facilitate product launches.
• Own the development of safe and compliant products.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

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Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics, Milton Keynes

Client: Cpl Life Sciences

Location: Milton Keynes, UK

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

Cpl is collaborating with a growing beauty and skincare company with a large customer base, ranging from 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 Northwest 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, 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 cosmetic products. Collaboration with NPD teams and the China factory is essential to ensure products meet global sale requirements.

Role Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first contact for regulatory inquiries from customers or team members.
• Communicate complex regulatory requirements and technical data effectively across teams to facilitate product launches.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for all product artworks and marketing messages globally.
• Assist in developing and implementing the company's global regulatory strategy.
• Support NPD in claims and testing to maximize compliance and claims effectiveness.
• Maintain knowledge of global regulations to ensure agility and compliance amid rapid growth.
• Own the development of safe, compliant products, advising on ingredient selection and external consultants as needed.
• Author and compile technical documentation for submissions, licensing, and change reporting.
• Build 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 and communication skills at all management levels
• Proactive with strong analytical abilities to anticipate issues and find solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication, detail-oriented, creative
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, start-up environment with urgency and speed to market

This role does not offer sponsorship; the candidate must be willing to work onsite in Knutsford.