Regulatory Technologist - Manchester - Household
An established UK-based manufacturing organisation is looking to appoint a Regulatory Technologist into a key compliance-focused role supporting household and detergent products.
This opportunity would suit either:
*a regulatory professional with hands-on experience in manufacturing, technical, quality or production environments, or
*a product development / laboratory chemist seeking to transition into a regulatory-focused role while still applying formulation and technical expertise.
The role sits within a wider technical function and works closely with R&D, operations, manufacturing and quality teams to ensure products remain compliant, safe and fit for purpose throughout their lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory & Compliance
*Classify mixtures under CLP, review labels and author or review Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
*Prepare and maintain PCN submissions and UFI codes.
*Ensure ongoing compliance with REACH requirements, including supplier documentation, substance reviews and monitoring of restrictions and SVHC updates.
*Maintain compliance with the Detergents Regulation (ingredient disclosure, allergen labelling, biodegradability requirements).
*Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation, declarations and technical files.
*Respond to regulatory and technical queries from internal stakeholders, customers and suppliers.
*Monitor regulatory developments and communicate impacts to relevant teams.
Technical & Product Support
*Apply formulation knowledge to support troubleshooting, reformulations and product improvements.
*Review raw materials, assess alternatives and support validation activities.
*Support manufacturing and technical teams during scale-up, investigations and corrective actions.
*Provide technical input to ensure product changes remain aligned with regulatory requirements.
*Contribute to discussions around VOC considerations, aerosols (where relevant) and product performance.
Documentation & Continuous Improvement
*Maintain and improve SOPs, workflows and technical documentation.
*Ensure documentation meets regulatory, customer and internal quality standards.
*Contribute to ongoing improvement of technical and compliance processes.
About You
Essential
*Working knowledge of CLP, REACH and the Detergents Regulation.
*Experience authoring or critically reviewing Safety Data Sheets.
*Practical understanding of PCN submissions and UFI codes.
*Chemistry background gained through regulatory, technical, product development, laboratory or manufacturing roles.
*Experience with household, detergent or cleaning products.
*Strong attention to detail and clear written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
*Experience using regulatory or formulation software for SDS / PCN management.
*Knowledge of VOC requirements or aerosol compliance.
*Exposure to claims substantiation, safety assessments or customer compliance documentation.
*Experience supporting cross-functional teams or multiple stakeholders.