Job Description
Job Title: Senior Analytical and Compliance Specialist
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time role
Location: Aylesbury, Bedfordshire, UK – Onsite/Hybrid
Remuneration: Up to £50,000
An opportunity to work for a leading science-led organisation at the heart of skincare innovation and development. The business has backing from one of the leading cosmetics businesses in the industry.
Currently looking for a Senior Analytical and Compliance Scientist/ specialist to join the team and contribute to the high-quality standards and global compliance of OTC sunscreen products. Reporting to the Head of Quality Compliance and working very closely with our R&D team, you will ensure all our OTC testing and documentation comply with all necessary regulatory and customer requirements.
Your Role Will Include:
* Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining OTC regulatory documentation (stability protocols, reports, specifications).
* Perform and oversee HPLC analyses, including method development, validation, and troubleshooting.
* Support process validation activities in alignment with GMP requirements.
* Draft, review, and update SOPs, quality manuals, and related GMP documentation.
* Ensure audit readiness through training, documentation control, and CAPA follow-up.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, QC, Manufacturing) to ensure product compliance throughout the lifecycle.
* Contribute to stability studies and interpret analytical data for regulatory submissions.
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
* Proven experience in an OTC, pharmaceutical, or related regulated environment.
* Hands-on expertise in HPLC and analytical method development/validation.
* Strong knowledge of GMP, ICH, and FDA/TGA guidelines.
* Experience authoring and reviewing stability protocols, reports, and validation documentation.
* Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and documentation skills.
* Ability to train colleagues on SOPs and support internal/external audits
The role comes with some of the perks include:
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Flexible & Hybrid working
* Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Annual Performance Bonus
* Long Service Awards
* 75% discount + Annual Product Allowance
* Flexible Career opportunities
* Up-skilling support + regular Lunch & Learns
* 2 Volunteering days per year
* Matched Charitable Giving Scheme
For more information, please contact lucy.kirkaldy@cpl.com
You MUST have the full right to work in the UK and also be able to commute to site 3x a week