Product Compliance Team Lead

Diageo; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Diageo is seeking a Product Compliance Team Lead to guide a team of regulatory specialists across markets from Dublin, London or Menstrie. You will own product compliance approval processes and lead reporting, pipeline management and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires a technical degree in Food Science/Engineering, strong cross-functional leadership and proven ability to work with remote teams to deliver compliance for Breakthrough Innovation projects and ongoing regulatory support.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Science or Engineering or equivalent
• Proven cross-functional leadership and regulatory expertise
• Strong communication skills and ability to guide remote teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Regulatory Specialists and manage product compliance issues
• Own product compliance approval processes and onboarding plans
• Manage project pipeline and reporting to stakeholders
• Provide regulatory expertise to markets, categories and sites
• Lead horizon scanning and influence regulatory strategy

Job description

Job Description :Job Title: Product Compliance Team LeadContract: 10 Month Fixed Term ContractLocation: Dublin, London or Menstrie, ScotlandClosing Date: 15th September 2026About UsWith over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world’s most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life’s moments - from everyday connections to landmark celebrations.Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other.Join us and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.About the FunctionSupply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved and delivered to the world.With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics, engineering and supplier partnerships.It’s fast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers’ hands, you’ll play a role in delivering the brands people know and love.About the RoleThe role of Product Compliance Team Lead sits within the Global Regulatory Team, which is part of the Global Governance Team.The purpose of this role is to lead a team of Regulatory Specialists, lead reporting and pipeline management for the Global Regulatory Team and provide regulatory expertise for specific markets and projects.Key Accountabilities:Team LeaderLead team of 5 Regulatory Specialists, supporting with product compliance issues or questions.Own product compliance approval processes, ensuring adherence to process.Create and maintain training and onboarding plans for Regulatory Specialist roles and support team their career development.Pipeline ManagementCollaborate with categories, brand and markets to determine project pipeline, assessing resource risks and opportunities.Manage prioritisation of approval activities.ReportingCreate and maintain set of key reports for team activities, determining areas for improvement, creating action plans to deliver these improvements.Provide stakeholders with key reports to drive performance improvements.Regulatory SupportProvide regulatory expertise to Categories, Science & Technology and Margin Enhancement in support of the delivery of the Diageo Supply Chain & Procurement Strategy.Provide regulatory expertise to markets and production sites if issues or challenges arise.Horizon ScanningLead horizon scanning for regulations impacting Diageo products for a specific region, determining risks and opportunities and delivery of action planning.Lead and influence legislation to shape and support optimum outcomes for our brands and reputation.Product Compliance DeliveryLead the delivery of product compliance for Breakthrough Innovation projects.Find opportunities for product compliance optimisation during Integrations.Regulatory Compliance ManagementCreate and maintain regulatory position papers and guidelines.Review and maintain regulatory guidance documents, defining key requirements for all markets, collaborating with market legal & CR.Experience / skills required:Technical degree or equivalent qualification (Food Science/Science/Engineering).Proven track record of leading and delivering cross functionally across a regional, international or global environment.Self-starter with an ability to work independently and with remote and virtual teams.Ability to assess complex and ambiguous information and create clear guidance for partners.Able to effectively communicate at all levels, both verbal and written, with internal team members, external government agencies and 3rd Party vendors and customers.Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life’s moments. And it’s our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible.We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute and strive for their personal best. You’ll work alongside people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives — challenging, supporting and learning from one another as oneoutstanding team.Together, we’re constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to raise the bar, grow and win. Wherever you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, make an impact and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.Ready to bring your best? This could be your opportunity.If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.Recruitment Scam WarningProtecting candidates is very important to us. All communications regarding your application will come from an email address ending in @diageo.com. In our recruitment process, we'll never ask for money.Worker Type :Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)Primary Location:St James GateAdditional Locations :1HQ, Menstrie BondJob Posting Start Date :2026-08-19