Specification Manager

Austin Fraser; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specification Manager for a fully remote role. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team of technical experts, ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional regulatory services to clients. You will play a crucial role in managing client accounts, providing strategic leadership, and optimizing team performance. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits including private healthcare, life insurance, and generous annual leave, this role is perfect for experienced compliance professionals ready to elevate their careers in a supportive and flexible environment.

Benefits

Private Healthcare Options

Life Insurance Options

25 Days Annual Leave

Option to Buy or Sell Additional Leave

Charity Days

Payroll Giving Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 8+ years in technical, compliance, or regulatory roles required.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU product regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client accounts and ensure top-tier service delivery.
• Lead and mentor a team of Compliance Delivery Managers.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of UK/EU Product Regulations

Technical Compliance

Education

Degree in Food Science or Regulatory Affairs

Tools

Specification or Artwork Packages

Job description

Specification Manager (Fully Remote, UK) – £50,000 - £58,000

Location: UK (Fully Remote)
Salary: £50,000 - £58,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced compliance or regulatory professional looking for a leadership role in a fully remote environment? We’re seeking a Specification Manager to lead a team of technical experts in delivering regulatory and product information services to clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career, managing a high-performing team in a supportive and flexible work environment. You’ll be the key technical face for clients, ensuring compliance and best practices while optimizing ways of working for efficiency and quality.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Managing multiple client accounts and ensuring top-tier service delivery.
2. Leading and mentoring a team of Team Leads and Compliance Delivery Managers.
3. Acting as the senior point of escalation for client and team queries.
4. Supporting business development efforts by advising on quoting, resource allocation, and turnaround times.
5. Ensuring high standards of technical compliance and regulatory advice across various product categories.
6. Monitoring team performance, identifying training needs, and improving ways of working.
7. Providing strategic leadership in the evolving regulatory environment.
8. Deputizing for the Technical Controller or Head of Compliance Delivery as required.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Degree in food science, regulatory affairs, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2. Minimum eight years’ experience in a technical, compliance, or regulatory role.
3. Strong knowledge of UK/EU product regulations, including codes of practice and legal requirements.
4. Line management experience with multiple direct reports.
5. Experience working with or for UK retailers in compliance or technical roles.
6. Practical experience with specification or artwork packages.
7. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
8. Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites in the UK.

What’s in It for You?

1. Fully remote role.
2. Salary: £50,000 - £58,000 per annum.
3. Private healthcare options (individual & family).
4. Life insurance options.
5. 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (increasing with service).
6. Option to buy or sell additional leave.
7. Charity days and payroll giving scheme.
8. Cycle to Work scheme and more.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career, leading a team of experts in a supportive and flexible work environment.

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