Regulatory Technologist (1 year contract)

Kerry Group plc; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in taste and nutrition is seeking a Regulatory Technologist to manage regulatory queries for products in the European market. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 1-3 years of experience in the food industry. Responsibilities include executing regulatory documentation and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This position offers a hybrid work environment based in Kuala Lumpur.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in the food industry, preferably in Regulatory, Quality Assurance, or R&D.
• Solid scientific and technical expertise to support regulatory and compliance processes.
• Proactive self-starter with a strong drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Execute regulatory product documentation and requests efficiently.
• Manage technical and customer documents accurately within tight deadlines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Customer-focused

Strong knowledge of food regulations

Excellent interpersonal skills

Analytical and critical thinker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or related Life Science discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Optiva

Power BI

Salesforce

Job description

Regulatory Technologist (1 year contract)

Requisition ID: 60886
Position Type: FT Fixed Term
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

This role sits within our Global Business Service Center and is focused on managing day-to-day regulatory queries and information requests related to finished goods produced in the European region. The Regulatory Technologist will work closely with Regulatory Scientific Affairs, RD&A, Quality, and Account Managers, ensuring accurate, consistent, and timely information delivery to both internal and external stakeholders. By getting it right the first time, this role plays a vital part in driving business growth and maintaining a strong competitive advantage.

Key responsibilities

• Execute regulatory product documentation and requests efficiently and on time, in line with agreed service timelines.
• Manage technical and customer documents and data accurately within tight deadlines, following established processes and structures.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for commercialized products and standard operating procedures, working across multiple software platforms and databases.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders (RD&A, QA, Operations, and Commercial) as well as external customers.
• Meet individual and departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), consistently striving for excellence.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement initiatives, proactively identifying and implementing process enhancements.
• Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining accurate records, managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Remain flexible and adaptable to meet evolving business requirements.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or related Life Science discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in the food industry, preferably in Regulatory, Quality Assurance, or R&D.
• Strong knowledge of food regulations, legislation, and quality management systems.
• Customer-focused with proven experience in managing queries and requests.
• Solid scientific and technical expertise to support regulatory and compliance processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with SAP, Optiva, Power BI, and Salesforce is an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead discussions, deliver presentations, and collaborate across functions.
• Analytical and critical thinker with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive self-starter with a strong drive for continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working European shift hours and providing support on public holidays.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.