Senior Regulatory Officer at Twinings Ovaltine

, , India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Regulatory Affairs, Food Legislation, Risk Based Regulatory Advice, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Facilitation Skills, Health Claims, Food Labelling, Team Leadership, Training, Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Ambiguity Management, Innovation

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Senior Regulatory Officer Application Deadline: 23 January 2026 Department: Tea Supply Chain Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: India Description Great People Work Here. Are you searching for a career with bags of variety, in an environment that celebrates differences and empowers collaboration, which values individuals and will encourage you to make an impact? Do you want the freedom to explore, and the opportunities to find new ways and to innovate? If so, TwiningsOvo delivers. We’re looking for people who don’t just come here to get the job done, but who have a real passion for the brand and a desire to do the best job they can. In return, we offer an inspiring package of employee benefits - to show just how much we value you. This role will offer you the scope for growth and the tools to aim high. Our Regulatory Centre of Excellence and Twinings Regulatory community are ways to ensure that we have the right capability framework to support our future innovation growth ambitions, with clear roles and responsibilities for local regulatory knowledge and expertise. Key Responsibilities Help shape and develop our Regulatory strategy in India to ensure that it is aligned to Marketing long term NPD strategy. Work in cross-functional teams, providing regulatory expertise and leadership to the business. Proactively identify potential regulatory issues on products or industry topics and independently take lead on internal communication and strategy development. Continue to build and develop our expertise in the area of Health & Wellbeing claims by: Supports and aligns the Global Regulatory community. Ensure full compliance with food labelling and product composition laws and regulations in India, including applicable Food Safety and Standards Authority of India Regulations, keeping stakeholders up to date to enable them to embed and implement regulatory obligations effectively. Prepare, submit, and maintain documentation for product registrations, licences, renewals, and regulatory approvals with Indian authorities and the Tea Board of India, specifically: FSSAI product license and registration (lead by regulatory team and delivered in conjunction with Quality team). Tea Board of India Registration (lead by regulatory team and delivered in conjunction with Quality team). Darjeeling CTM license and application of logo on packaging (lead by regulatory team and delivered in conjunction with Quality team). Assam Logo License and application of logo on packaging (lead by regulatory team and delivered in conjunction with Quality team). Flavour License (lead by regulatory team and delivered in conjunction with Quality team). Act as the primary liaison with statutory bodies including FSSAI, Tea Board of India and other regulatory agencies on matters relating to product composition and food labelling and claims. Build internal regulatory capability by training stakeholders and delivering workshops on regulatory updates. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Proven track record in regulatory affairs in the food and beverage industry, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent formal education in food science or other scientific subject, technical or legal discipline. High level knowledge of Indian food legislation and end of life packaging claim requirements. Proven ability in providing risk based regulatory advice to commercial teams particularly in relation to general labelling and nutrition, health and other marketing claims. Experience assessing impact of new legislation and successful implementation within a business Ability to translate complex technical and legislative issues clearly to a varied audience. Willingness to challenge the status quo in pursuit of finding solutions and unlocking opportunity Experience of working with senior leadership teams. Ability to work in a fast-changing environment & good at dealing with ambiguity Excellent relationship building skills and proven stakeholder management skills. Strong project management, presentation, facilitation and communication skills. Benefits Monthly phone bill maximum reimbursement limit is Rs.3000. Annual check-up for employee and spouse including Doctor consultation - reimbursement up to INR 15,000. Medical Insurance 5 lakhs Flat Coverage. PF and Gratuity. Long Service Policy. Life Term Policy Access to LinkedIn Learning Access to ABF Networking, connect, collaborate, and grow across the ABF Group.

Responsibilities

The Senior Regulatory Officer will shape and develop the regulatory strategy in India, ensuring alignment with marketing and product development strategies. They will also act as a liaison with regulatory bodies and build internal regulatory capabilities through training and workshops.