Regulatory & Specification Manager

Kandhu Recruitment; Essex; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regulatory & Specification Manager to lead a dedicated team in delivering top-notch compliance and regulatory support across the UK. This fully remote role offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a leadership position. With a focus on food specifications and regulatory affairs, you'll ensure excellence in service delivery while fostering a supportive culture that values collaboration and professional growth. If you're passionate about regulatory compliance and ready to take the next step in your career, this role is for you.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Life Insurance

25 Days Holiday

Option to Buy/Sell Leave

Charity Days

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in food industry compliance and regulatory roles.
• Strong understanding of UK and EU food regulations.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple client accounts and ensuring high-level service.
• Leading and mentoring a team of compliance professionals.

Skills

Regulatory Affairs

Food Specifications

Team Leadership

Client Management

UK and EU Food Regulations

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Food Science

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Specification and Artwork Systems

Job description

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Base pay range

Regulatory & Specification Manager (Fully Remote, UK)

Location: UK (Fully Remote, with occasional travel)

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced regulatory and compliance professional with a background in food specifications? We're recruiting for a Regulatory & Specification Manager to lead a team of experts delivering high-quality product compliance and regulatory support to clients across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role with a business that champions flexibility, remote working, and professional development. You'll play a key part in ensuring excellence in specification delivery, client compliance, and technical consultancy.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing multiple client accounts and ensuring consistent, high-level service
• Leading and mentoring a team of Team Leads and Compliance Delivery Managers
• Acting as a senior point of contact and technical escalation for clients and internal teams
• Overseeing regulatory advice and compliance services across food product categories
• Advising on client quotes, resource planning, and project turnaround expectations
• Monitoring team performance, identifying training needs, and refining working processes
• Providing strategic guidance in response to evolving food regulations
• Deputising for the Technical Controller or Head of Compliance Delivery when required
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years' experience in a food industry compliance, regulatory, or technical role
• Strong understanding of UK and EU food regulations, including retailer codes of practice
• Line management experience, with the ability to lead and inspire a high-performing team
• Hands-on experience with specification and artwork systems
• Experience supporting or working within UK retailer technical functions
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites in the UK
  
  

What's In It for You?

• Fully remote role with occasional UK travel
• Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• Private healthcare (individual and family options)
• Life insurance, 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Option to buy or sell additional leave
• Charity days, payroll giving scheme, and Cycle to Work programme
• A supportive culture that values autonomy, collaboration, and work-life balance
  
  

Apply today and take the next step in your compliance and regulatory career!

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