Regulatory & Specification Manager

Location: UK (Fully Remote, with occasional travel)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced regulatory and compliance professional with a background in food specifications? We're recruiting for a Regulatory & Specification Manager to lead a team of experts delivering high-quality product compliance and regulatory support to clients across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role with a business that champions flexibility, remote working, and professional development. You'll play a key part in ensuring excellence in specification delivery, client compliance, and technical consultancy.

• Managing multiple client accounts and ensuring consistent, high-level service
• Leading and mentoring a team of Team Leads and Compliance Delivery Managers
• Acting as a senior point of contact and technical escalation for clients and internal teams
• Overseeing regulatory advice and compliance services across food product categories
• Advising on client quotes, resource planning, and project turnaround expectations
• Monitoring team performance, identifying training needs, and refining working processes
• Providing strategic guidance in response to evolving food regulations
• Deputising for the Technical Controller or Head of Compliance Delivery when required

• Degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years' experience in a food industry compliance, regulatory, or technical role
• Strong understanding of UK and EU food regulations, including retailer codes of practice
• Line management experience, with the ability to lead and inspire a high-performing team
• Hands-on experience with specification and artwork systems
• Experience supporting or working within UK retailer technical functions
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites in the UK

• Fully remote role with occasional UK travel
• Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• Private healthcare (individual and family options)
• Life insurance, 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Option to buy or sell additional leave
• Charity days, payroll giving scheme, and Cycle to Work programme
• A supportive culture that values autonomy, collaboration, and work-life balance

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

Kandhu Recruitment will consider all applications based on each candidate's suitability for the role or similar positions within the Food Sector. If we feel you are a relevant candidate, we will process your application by adding you to our secure recruitment database and then contacting you to progress job opportunities further. We do not contact unsuitable applicants.

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