Regulatory Compliance Officer
Location: Swindon. Wiltshire, SN3 (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum
Hours: Full‑time
Flexible working: Hybrid / remote options available, with occasional international travel
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting for a Regulatory Officer to support compliance activities within a regulated chemical manufacturing environment, based in Swindon, Wiltshire This role plays a key part in ensuring products are manufactured, tested and distributed in line with UK, EU and international regulations.
The position offers flexibility to suit the successful candidate, including hybrid or remote working arrangements, with occasional visits to an overseas manufacturing facility.
The Role
Reporting to a senior technical leader, you will act as a key link between internal teams, external partners and regulatory authorities. You will help identify, manage and mitigate regulatory risk, ensuring ongoing compliance with legal, customer and internal requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for finished products and intermediates
Manage raw material SDS records
Create and maintain CLP/GHS and transport hazard labels
Support UK & EU REACH compliance, including substance calculations, volume tracking and liaison with Only Representatives
Conduct restricted substance checks against regulatory and customer requirements
Assess raw materials and assign internal and commodity codes
Complete IMDS calculations and data entry (Automotive Substances of Concern / End‑of‑Life Vehicle Regulations)
Carry out VOC calculations
Maintain and manage regulatory databases (Excel‑based)
Monitor national and international regulatory changes and emerging legislation
Manage and support regulatory inspections
Review company practices and advise on necessary system or process changes
Liaise directly with regulatory authorities as required
Skills & Experience Required
Experience working in a regulatory or compliance role within chemicals, coatings or manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, including REACH, GHS/CLP and relevant environmental and safety legislation
Ability to interpret complex scientific and legal information
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and organisational skills
Strong communication skills, with confidence engaging internal stakeholders and external authorities
Experience supporting or preparing for regulatory audits and inspections
Proficient in Excel and documentation management
Qualifications (Desirable)
Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry or a related discipline
Additional regulatory or compliance qualifications are beneficial
Certifications such as ISO 9001, RAPS RAC, or HACCP are advantageous but not essential
What’s on Offer
Salary up to £48,000 per annum
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Exposure to international regulatory activity
A role with genuine impact on compliance, safety and product integrity
If you would like to apply for the role of Regulatory Compliance Officer then please email your CV to or call Deb on (phone number removed)
Closing date is 7.6.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.
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