Hybrid Senior Regulatory Specialist – Cosmetics, Personal Care

Posted 3 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Independently represent the PS&RA function on cross-functional project teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely project execution
  • Develop and execute regulatory strategies for cosmetics, personal care, and OTC products, ensuring alignment with business goals
  • Analyze and interpret regulatory data to provide strategic recommendations and influence project direction
  • Identify regulatory risks and mitigation strategies to support successful product launches
  • Maintain and update State and Federal reporting requirements related to your project categories (e.g., California Safe Cosmetics SB 312, CDER, Cosmetics Direct)
  • Prepare and review regulatory documentation including but not limited to ingredient assessments, formula reviews, product dossiers, claims, packaging labels, marketing communication materials
  • Translate complex regulatory and technical information into clear, actionable guidance for internal stakeholders
  • Effectively communicate with internal teams and external partners, including regulatory authorities and industry groups
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Legal, Quality, and Marketing teams
  • Provide regulatory guidance throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to commercialization
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to building regulatory capability across the organization
  • Represent the company in external forums, including trade associations and regulatory working groups
  • Define and teach regulatory best practices within the team and broader organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline (e.g., Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology)
  • 7+ years of regulatory experience in the CPG industry, with 3+ years specifically in the cosmetic and personal care space
  • Strong knowledge of FDA regulations (e.g., The Food Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MOCRA)), global regulatory frameworks (including European Union, Canada and Asia markets), and OTC drug regulations/monographs
  • Proven ability to lead project regulatory strategies and influence cross-functional teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Results driven: Excellent operational skills including planning, organization and attention to detail
  • Ability to develop effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems.

Benefits

  • robust health plans
  • a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match
  • flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location)
  • inclusive fertility/adoption benefits
  • bonuses
  • wellness programs

Job title

Senior Regulatory Specialist – Cosmetics, Personal Care

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$106,700 - $204,900 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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