The Organisation

Our client is an established retailer undergoing a total transformation, re-imagining themselves as a cosmetics health and beauty brand for tomorrow.

Role and Responsibilities

The Global Head of Regulatory Affairs & Compliance will lead the regulatory organisation in the development and implementation of regulatory strategies to gain product approvals in line with the business plan.

The Global Head of Regulatory Affairs & Compliance will:

• Lead the process for products requiring government approval
• Manage the necessary processes to provide regulatory processes for all the countries in which we operate
• Carry out product testing
• Build a consumer-focused culture: quality and service at the heart
• Develop outstanding processes and practices supporting fast cycle times
• Advise and guide on all matters related to compliance
• Team building
• Collaborate with all internal stake holders to ensure objectives are met in a collaborative work environment
• Manage a team to outstanding performance level

This is a permanent position based in London with global travel.

The Desired Applicant

The Global Head of Regulatory Affairs & Compliance will:

• Demonstrate ability to operate in a fast paced and evolving business
• Be outcome focused – works hard to execute all plans to the agreed timescales whilst maintaining diligence and attention to detail
• Possess a minimum of 8 years’ experience in global regulatory affairs within FMCG ideally with some experience of the cosmetics industry
• Have the ability to manage uncertainty around global trade environments
• Quickly master new regulatory regimes
• Have extensive new product development experience
• Have strong leadership and project management skills
• Have excellent people skills, and be a strong communicator

How to Apply: Interested applicants should log in / register and upload an up to date CV. No other documents are required at this stage. If shortlisted, Cathy Kay will be in touch for a confidential conversation about the role.