Global Head of Product – R&D, Compliance & Innovation (UK Based)
Location: Frome, Somerset (On-site)
Sites: UK/US with expansion into EU
Company: Sweet Bee Organics
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Sweet Bee Organics is a rapidly growing organic wellness and skincare company redefining what “clean” truly means. With operations in both the UK and US, we craft high-performance, non-toxic products that merge ancient wisdom with modern science—from award-winning magnesium balms and botanical skincare to innovative adaptogenic blends and wellness formulas.
We are seeking a Global Head of Product to lead our R&D, formulation, and compliance functions. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our business, responsible for driving new product innovation, ensuring regulatory excellence, and scaling our formulations from lab to market.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the entire R&D and Product Development team across skincare, body care, and consumable wellness (food supplement) categories.
* Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle—from ideation, formulation, and testing to launch and post-market review.
* Conduct ongoing regulatory and compliance audits of our full product range to ensure all formulations, labels, and marketing claims meet UK, EU, and US standards (ASA/CAP, CTPA, FDA, etc.).
* Liaise with regulatory consultants, safety assessors, and manufacturing partners to ensure seamless compliance documentation and product registrations.
* Develop and maintain robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for formulation, testing, and scale-up.
* Manage the transition of lab-scale formulations to full production, ensuring consistency, quality, and cost efficiency.
* Stay ahead of emerging ingredient trends, scientific research, and regulatory changes, identifying opportunities for product innovation and risk mitigation.
* Collaborate closely with marketing, operations, and leadership to align product pipeline with brand strategy and market growth goals.
* Champion a culture of innovation, scientific integrity, and compliance excellence within the product team.
Requirements
* Degree (MSc or higher preferred) in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Biochemistry, Food Science, or related field.
* Proven experience in formulation and R&D leadership within both cosmetics and food supplement industries.
* Deep understanding of UK/EU and US regulatory frameworks, including cosmetic safety assessments, INCI labelling, novel food considerations, and supplement compliance.
* Strong project management skills with a track record of taking multiple products from concept to successful market launch.
* Ability to design, implement, and oversee quality control and compliance systems across a diverse product portfolio.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills; able to collaborate cross-functionally and manage a small but dynamic team.
* Highly detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive—comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Desirable
* Experience working with organic or natural certification bodies (e.g., Soil Association, COSMOS).
* Knowledge of transdermal formulations, functional botanicals, and bioavailable actives.
* Experience managing relationships with UK and US regulatory consultants and testing labs.
* Passion for wellness, sustainability, and creating meaningful, science-led products.
Why Join Sweet Bee Organics
At Sweet Bee Organics, we’re on a mission to set a new standard in organic wellness. You’ll join a passionate, purpose-driven team shaping the future of natural health and beauty. Based in our Frome HQ with on-site lab and manufacturing, this is a unique opportunity to lead innovation and compliance at scale—bringing to life the next generation of truly clean, effective, and compliant wellness products.
To Apply:
Please send your CV to hollie@sweetbeeorganics.com