Our client is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Regulatory Officer to oversee compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards within the organisation. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring that all operations meet legal and quality assurance requirements, contributing to the organisation’s integrity and reputation. This paid position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about regulatory affairs and quality assurance to develop their expertise in a dynamic environment. Position Overview The Regulatory Lead will be responsible for ensuring the client is in regulatory compliance with respect to manufacturing and the products made. He/she will need to be a self-starter and able to drive improvement. The Regulatory Lead will report directly into the Head of Quality. The key priorities will be to act as the UK regulatory point of contact for Full service and Full Buy. Duties / Deliverables / Measurable’s for the role: Act as Regulatory Watch Contact for UK compliance. Ensure all documents up to date, filed and easily available for regulatory authority or customer requests or efficient review (eg material bans). Verify the regulatory compliance of production formulas Management of Raw material statements on origin / Long term supplier’s declaration (LTD) and REACh compliance for imports. Collate and maintain the Product Information Files (PIF) and where necessary cosmetic safety assessment documentation. Management of RSPO compliance on site Artwork review, approval for technical compliance and legal verification. Support change controls related to cosmetic product changes. (eg ingredient updates). Creation of finished product MSDS for transport and storage at client’s premises. Maintain awareness of upcoming regulatory changes/environment for product scope in connection with the Corporate Regulatory watch. To maintain commodity codes within the site ERP system Working with the Quality Assurance team to ensuring site compliance to create, execute and report validation dossiers Be the main point of contact for Validation activities on site To roll out and maintain the site validation master plan Maintain and develop current validation procedures implementing new SOP’s and improvements wherever possible taking full responsibility for the site Master Validation Plan. Responsible for Overseeing Equipment, Process and Facility Validation activities on site including calibration to agreed standards; including Cleaning Validation, HVAC/utilities qualification activities. To support the Quality Department and Manager in any other relevant quality tasks including but not limited to internal audits, training of new staff, preparation of procedures or assisting with investigations. Knowledge, skills and experience Knowledge of and practical experience of ISO 22716, REACh, Schedule 34 of The Product Safety and Metrology etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019, called the UK Cosmetics Regulation. Cosmetic regulations EC No: 1223/2009 Well-developed communication skills, enabling proactive interaction with other departments/internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to both internal and external standards Ability to influence, motivate others and improve performance Qualifications - Minimum Proficient in use of Microsoft Office software Good standard of Education Good standard of written English & Maths Good communication skill, attitude and problem solving skills Qualification – Desirable Several year’s quality experience in a ‘lean culture’ working environment Experience of working to standards ISO 9001, 13485, FDA Certified Internal Quality Auditor to ISO9001 standard. Qualification to NVQ level 4 in a quality qualification Minimum Skill Requirements Good communication skills & attitude Team player Flexible – able to work outside of core hours to ensure business targets are met. Competent & self-motivated Other Skills/Abilities Desirable Awareness & experience of modern improvement tools & techniques Data handling / PC skills Able to work under pressure to achieve tight delivery schedules Working a 37 hours a week Monday-Thursday 8:00-16:30, Friday 8:00-13:00 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year