Regulatory Affaris Specialist at Vernacare International Ltd
london, London - England, United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

17 Sep, 26

Experience

15 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Industry

Pharmaceutical & Personal Care Products

Description

Location: Home-based with travel as required


Reporting to: Regulatory Manager

About Vernacare

At Vernacare, we proudly protect the safety and dignity of patients and healthcare professionals. We are committed to superior product quality, exceptional customer service, sustainable manufacturing, and continuous innovation.

Our values guide everything we do:

  • Customer First We take a patient-centric approach to serving our customers.
  • Accountability We deliver exceptional standards and innovative healthcare solutions.
  • Recognition We celebrate best practice and continuous improvement.
  • Environment & Social Wellbeing We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and supporting our people and communities.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our growing Regulatory Affairs team. This role is responsible for supporting regulatory compliance across a diverse product portfolio, including cosmetics, general consumer products and machinery products.

You will work closely with Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Commercial teams to ensure products meet applicable UK, EU and global regulatory requirements throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a key point of contact for regulatory affairs matters across the business.
  • Maintain and update product files and technical documentation.
  • Monitor and interpret global cosmetic regulations, including UK, EU and US requirements.
  • Review formulations, labelling and marketing claims to ensure compliance.
  • Support new product development activities by providing regulatory guidance from concept through commercialisation.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory documentation, notifications and registrations where required.
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities, economic operators and external partners.
  • Conduct regulatory assessments, ingredient reviews and risk assessments.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and communicate business impacts.
  • Support internal and external audits.
  • Maintain regulatory records and compliance documentation.
  • Work alongside Quality Assurance teams to support post-market surveillance, vigilance and compliance activities.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential

  • HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant scientific discipline.
  • Minimum 3 years' Regulatory Affairs experience within the cosmetics industry.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009
    • UK Cosmetics Regulation
    • ISO 22716 (Cosmetic GMP)
    • MoCRA requirements
  • Experience preparing regulatory submissions for international markets including the EU, USA and Canada.
  • Experience working with regulatory authorities and economic operators.
  • Knowledge of post-market surveillance and vigilance processes.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

  • Experience with EU General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988.
  • Knowledge of UK General Product Safety Regulations.
  • Experience or knowledge of Machinery Regulations and machinery safety compliance.
  • Internal audit experience.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001.

What We're Looking For

You will be a proactive regulatory professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, can manage multiple priorities, and enjoys keeping pace with evolving regulatory landscapes. You'll combine strong technical expertise with a practical, solutions-focused approach to supporting business growth and compliance.

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and reward your contribution:

  • Life Insurance 4x salary
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Enhanced sick pay scheme
  • EV & Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes
  • Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Refer a Friend Scheme earn up to £1,000
  • Company pension scheme
  • Quarterly Impact Awards up to £2,500
  • Manager Recognition Awards

Apply Now


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Responsibilities

Location: Home-based with travel as required


Reporting to: Regulatory Manager

About Vernacare

At Vernacare, we proudly protect the safety and dignity of patients and healthcare professionals. We are committed to superior product quality, exceptional customer service, sustainable manufacturing, and continuous innovation.

Our values guide everything we do:

  • Customer First We take a patient-centric approach to serving our customers.
  • Accountability We deliver exceptional standards and innovative healthcare solutions.
  • Recognition We celebrate best practice and continuous improvement.
  • Environment & Social Wellbeing We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and supporting our people and communities.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our growing Regulatory Affairs team. This role is responsible for supporting regulatory compliance across a diverse product portfolio, including cosmetics, general consumer products and machinery products.

You will work closely with Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Commercial teams to ensure products meet applicable UK, EU and global regulatory requirements throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a key point of contact for regulatory affairs matters across the business.
  • Maintain and update product files and technical documentation.
  • Monitor and interpret global cosmetic regulations, including UK, EU and US requirements.
  • Review formulations, labelling and marketing claims to ensure compliance.
  • Support new product development activities by providing regulatory guidance from concept through commercialisation.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory documentation, notifications and registrations where required.
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities, economic operators and external partners.
  • Conduct regulatory assessments, ingredient reviews and risk assessments.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and communicate business impacts.
  • Support internal and external audits.
  • Maintain regulatory records and compliance documentation.
  • Work alongside Quality Assurance teams to support post-market surveillance, vigilance and compliance activities.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential

  • HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant scientific discipline.
  • Minimum 3 years' Regulatory Affairs experience within the cosmetics industry.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009
    • UK Cosmetics Regulation
    • ISO 22716 (Cosmetic GMP)
    • MoCRA requirements
  • Experience preparing regulatory submissions for international markets including the EU, USA and Canada.
  • Experience working with regulatory authorities and economic operators.
  • Knowledge of post-market surveillance and vigilance processes.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

  • Experience with EU General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988.
  • Knowledge of UK General Product Safety Regulations.
  • Experience or knowledge of Machinery Regulations and machinery safety compliance.
  • Internal audit experience.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001.

What We're Looking For

You will be a proactive regulatory professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, can manage multiple priorities, and enjoys keeping pace with evolving regulatory landscapes. You'll combine strong technical expertise with a practical, solutions-focused approach to supporting business growth and compliance.

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and reward your contribution:

  • Life Insurance 4x salary
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Enhanced sick pay scheme
  • EV & Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes
  • Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Refer a Friend Scheme earn up to £1,000
  • Company pension scheme
  • Quarterly Impact Awards up to £2,500
  • Manager Recognition Awards

Apply Now


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