Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty and skincare company seeks a Regulatory Manager to handle compliance for cosmetic products in a dynamic environment. This full-time role involves leading the regulatory team, ensuring product safety, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has significant experience in regulatory affairs, is proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs.
• Experience in the cosmetics industry is essential.
• Proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance for cosmetic products.
• Communicate regulatory requirements across teams to facilitate product launches.
• Ensure compliance for artworks and marketing messages.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Creativity

Job description

Job Title: Regulatory Manager – Cosmetics

Job Type: Full-time, permanent position

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

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

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

The Regulatory Manager will join the Regulatory Compliance Team, reporting to the Head of Regulatory, Technical & Quality. You will lead the regulatory compliance team, managing regulatory and technical compliance for retail partners and cosmetic products, collaborating with NPD teams and the China Factory to ensure products meet global sale requirements.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Be the primary contact for regulatory inquiries from customers or internal teams.
2. Communicate complex regulatory requirements and technical data effectively within cross-functional teams to facilitate product launches.
3. Ensure regulatory compliance for all product artworks and marketing messages across channels and markets.
4. Assist in developing and implementing the global regulatory strategy.
5. Support NPD on claims and testing to maximize compliance and marketability.
6. Maintain knowledge of global regulations to ensure agility and compliance amid rapid growth.
7. Own the development of safe and compliant products, advising on ingredient selection and external consultants as needed.
8. Author and compile technical documentation for submissions, licensing, and change reporting.
9. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. Must have previous experience in cosmetics.
2. At least 8+ years of significant experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all management levels.
4. Proactive, analytical, and solution-oriented approach.
5. Attention to detail and creativity in communication.
6. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.

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