Regulatory Officer - Cosmetics & Personal Care

Blush & Bloom Talent Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Regulatory Officer in Manchester. The role focuses on regulatory assessment and compliance for cosmetic products across various territories. Ideal candidates have a degree in a relevant field and knowledge of UK and EU legislation. Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation in cosmetic compliance at an exciting time of growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or a related field – or equivalent industry experience.
• Solid knowledge of UK and EU cosmetic legislation; familiarity with US and Canadian frameworks is a plus.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple projects to tight deadlines.
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and Word, for document handling and formatting.
• A collaborative mindset and a proactive, solution-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory reviews of formulations, labelling, and packaging to ensure market compliance.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of technical files, including safety reports and PIFs.
• Oversee notification processes via CPNP and SCPN portals.
• Review marketing claims and ensure they meet legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support communication with regulatory authorities and assist in audits or inspections.
• Monitor and report on serious undesirable effects and other post-market obligations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal compliance systems and processes.
• Stay updated on evolving cosmetic regulations and support knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills

Regulatory review

Knowledge of UK and EU cosmetic legislation

MS Office proficiency

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

Overview

Regulatory Officer

£35,000+ dependent on experience

Manchester

Blush & Bloom are pleased to be working in exclusive partnership with a well-established and highly reputable business in the cosmetics and personal care industry. Due to continued growth, this organisation are seeking a Regulatory Officer to join their specialist team.

The role will involve regulatory assessment, compliance review and documentation management to ensure cosmetic products meet the necessary legislation and safety standards in multiple territories, including the UK, EU, US and Canada. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of cosmetic compliance and innovation!

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory reviews of formulations, labelling, and packaging to ensure market compliance.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of technical files, including safety reports and PIFs.
• Oversee notification processes via CPNP and SCPN portals.
• Review marketing claims and ensure they meet legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support communication with regulatory authorities and assist in audits or inspections.
• Monitor and report on serious undesirable effects and other post-market obligations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal compliance systems and processes.
• Stay updated on evolving cosmetic regulations and support knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or a related field – or equivalent industry experience.
• Solid knowledge of UK and EU cosmetic legislation; familiarity with US and Canadian frameworks is a plus.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple projects to tight deadlines.
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and Word, for document handling and formatting.
• A collaborative mindset and a proactive, solution-focused approach.