*Job Description*
* *1.* Regulatory Knowledge
o Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK and EU food import regulations, including requirements for composite products, animal-origin materials, and additives.
* 2. Product Compliance Review
* o Review ingredient lists and formulations of new products to ensure they comply with target market import regulations.
* o Provide a clear list of import conditions and documentation required for each country.
* 3. Supplier and Product Qualification
* o Verify supplier certifications (e.g. HACCP, ISO, FSSC22000, BRCGS) and product-related documents.
* o Compile and maintain product specifications (spec sheets) and compliance files.
* 4. Packaging and Labelling Compliance
* o Review and validate packaging artwork to ensure conformity with UK/EU labelling requirements,
* including language, nutrition table, allergens, origin marking, and additives declaration.
* 5. Import Clearance and Documentation
* o Confirm correct HS Codes, tariff rates, and veterinary/plant inspection requirements.
* 6. Regulatory Risk Management
* o Build and maintain an import access database by category and country.
* o Monitor regulatory updates (e.g. FSA, RASFF alerts) and provide early risk warnings.
* 7. Document Control and Traceability
* o Manage all supplier, product, and regulatory files to ensure traceability and version control for audits.
* 8. Cross-Department Collaboration
* o Work closely with R&D, QA, Supply Chain, and Purchasing teams during product development and approval stages.
* o Provide guidance on import feasibility and required certifications.
* 9. External Communication
* o Liaise with customers, suppliers, or government agencies on product compliance inquiries, document submissions, and audit support.
* 10. Training and Internal Support
* • Conduct internal training and updates on import regulations and labelling requirements.
* • Act as the internal contact point for compliance-related queries.
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*Requirements:*
* 1+ years of experience in a food technologist role (ideally for a BRC certified company)
* Graduate in Food Science field
* Understanding of food labelling and declaration (up to date knowledge of food regulation
* Understanding of food safety and HACCP within a factory and how NPD/EPD can affect this
* Self-motivated and excellent communicator
* Assume accountability for their work and deliver to agreed timescales
* Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
* Multilingual is a benefit
* Experience working with exports to different global markets a benefit
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:* London DA18 4AH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:* food technologist role: 1 year (preferred)
Language:* Mandarin (required)
Work authorisation:* United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person