Regulatory Manager - Cosmetics

Job Title: Regulatory Manager – Cosmetics

Job Type: Full-time, permanent position

Location: Cheshire East district, UK – Full-time office-based positions

Cpl is collaborating with a growing beauty and skincare company with a large customer base, ranging from high street retailers from all around the world, online fashion retailers and licensed product. With a focus on colour cosmetics, skincare, hair care, body care, and Fragrance.

The business is looking for a Senior Regulatory Affairs Leader to join a rapidly growing, high-energy business in the Northwest of England. Designing and manufacturing for private label and branded cosmetic-regulated products from concept and design to delivery.

As a Regulatory Manager, you will join the Regulatory Compliance Team of 9 people. Reporting into our Head of Regulatory, Technical & Quality, you will spearhead the regulatory compliance team managing the Regulatory & Technical compliance for all retail partners and the business's innovative range of cosmetic products. Collaborating closely with the NPD Teams and the new China Factory you'll ensure our products meet the requirements for sale worldwide.

Role Responsibilities:

· Be the first point of contact for Regulatory enquires from the customer or team.

• Collaborating within cross-functional teams and clearly communicating complex regulatory requirements and technical data to diverse audiences, facilitating the successful and timely launch of exciting new products.
• Ensuring comprehensive regulatory compliance for all product artworks and marketing messages across all channels and our target global markets.
• Working with the Head of Regulatory, Technical & Quality to develop and implement our Global Regulatory strategy.
• Supporting NPD on proposed claims and testing for all products to ensure claims are maximised and compliant with legislation in our key markets.
• Maintaining a deep understanding of global regulations to ensure the businesses and its customer remains agile and compliant throughout its fast growth.
• Taking ownership of the development of safe and compliant products, providing expert advice to our development teams on ingredient selection and inclusion, and effectively utilizing external consultants where necessary.
• Authoring and compiling technical documentation for submissions, licensing and re-licensing, and change reporting.
• Developing strong & supportive relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A scientific degree
• Previous experience in cosmetics is a MUST
• Demonstrable and significant experience in cosmetic regulatory affairs 8+ years plus
• Project management experience
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to develop relationships and communicate with all levels of management.
• Strong analytical skills, proactive approach to anticipate issues and provide solutions.
• Impeccable communication skills, both verbal and written, with a high level of creativity and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment with a strong sense of urgency and commitment to speed to market.

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This role does not offer job sponsorship and the right candidate MUST be willing to be on site in Knutsford.