Full job descriptionProduct Compliance Officer
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
Location: Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product Compliance Officer to join a growing science and technology organisation operating within the healthcare and infection prevention sector. This role is ideal for a regulatory compliance professional with a strong scientific background who is looking to take ownership of product compliance across a diverse portfolio of chemical and healthcare-related products.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead and manage product regulatory compliance activities across the business.
*Monitor, interpret and implement relevant regulatory requirements.
*Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory compliance matters with external stakeholders.
*Provide regulatory guidance on product development, sourcing, packaging, labelling and marketing activities.
*Conduct horizon scanning for upcoming regulatory changes and develop action plans accordingly.
*Support UK and European product registrations.
*Create and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and associated regulatory documentation.
*Build and maintain relationships with external regulatory bodies, consultants and industry networks.
*Deliver internal compliance training and support continuous improvement initiatives.
*Maintain accurate regulatory records and contribute to quality and non-conformance processes.
Requirements
Essential
*Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
*Minimum 3 years’ experience in a regulatory compliance role.
*At least 2 years’ experience working with chemical products and regulations, including REACH and CLP.
*Proven experience authoring Safety Data Sheets for formulated chemical mixtures.
*Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable
*Experience with Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR), PPE, Medical Devices and/or ADR regulations.
Skills & Attributes
*Strong written and verbal communication skills.
*Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
*Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
*Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels across a business.
*Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
*Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach to compliance and risk management.