Senior Technical Fellow Regulatory Compliance & Safety

J.S. Held LLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Technical Fellow, recognized as a subject matter expert in regulatory compliance and safety. This full-time role focuses on advising clients on complex environmental health and safety challenges while supporting litigation and regulatory reviews. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a deep understanding of UK and international regulatory frameworks. Flexible work arrangements are offered, with competitive benefits including global medical insurance and generous time-off policies.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Global Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Flexible Time Off Policy

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of UK/EU cosmetics regulations, REACH, CLP, and international standards.
• Significant exposure to cosmetics regulatory compliance and safety consulting.
• Proven track record in client-facing consulting roles.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on environmental health and safety challenges.
• Conduct toxicological risk assessments for cosmetics.
• Ensure compliance with cosmetic regulations in EU and UK.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Safety consulting

Analytical skills

Communication abilities

Technical writing

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Toxicology, Regulatory Science, Cosmetic Science, or Chemistry

Job description

The Senior Technical Fellow will serve as a recognised subject matter expert in regulatory compliance and safety, advising clients on complex environmental health and safety challenges. This role combines technical leadership, strategic consulting and thought leadership, supporting litigation, regulatory reviews and risk assessments.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders, contribute to business development and mentor technical teams. This is a client‑facing position requiring deep expertise in UK and international regulatory frameworks, strong analytical skills and exceptional communication abilities.

Regulatory Advisory

• Interpret and apply UK Cosmetics Regulation EU Regulation (EC) No 1223 / 2009 and global standards.
• Ensure compliance with REACH, CLP and worldwide cosmetic ingredient regulations.
• Act as Responsible Person for EU and UK markets; manage CPNP / SCPN notifications and labelling requirements.

Safety Leadership

• Conduct toxicological risk assessments for cosmetic ingredients and finished products.
• Review Product Information Files (PIFs) and safety reports for regulatory submissions.
• Support claims substantiation and hazard communication.

Technical Expertise

• Prepare expert reports for litigation and regulatory investigations.
• Collaborate with CROs for pre‑clinical and clinical testing strategies.

Client Engagement

• Serve as a trusted advisor in high‑stakes matters including product recalls and compliance audits.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships; contribute to proposals and scopes of work.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Publish technical papers and deliver presentations at industry conferences.
• Mentor junior consultants and lead internal knowledge development.
• Oversee team operations, recruitment and training ensuring delivery of compliance services across EU, UK and USA markets.

Qualifications

• Degree in Toxicology, Regulatory Science, Cosmetic Science, Chemistry or related discipline.
• Significant exposure and understanding in cosmetics regulatory compliance and safety consulting.
• Proven track record in client‑facing consulting roles and project leadership.
• Deep knowledge of UK / EU cosmetics regulations, REACH, CLP and international standards.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills; ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Board certification (e.g. DABT CIH) highly desirable.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment, remote working where needed.
• Flexible Time Off Policy.
• Global Medical Insurance.
• Life Assurance.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation please email and include "Applicant Accommodation" within the subject line with your request and contact information.

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Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time