| Job Title: | Regulatory Scientist – Cosmetics |
| Reports to: | Regulatory Senior Manager |
| Team: | Global Regulatory – Global Innovation & Scientific Affairs |
| Location: | Chippenham, UK HQ |
| Working pattern: | 2 days onsite |
Join a Science-Led Consumer Healthcare Pioneer on an Exciting Growth Journey
Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? At Alliance, we're a dynamic, science-led consumer healthcare organisation specialising in advanced skincare solutions and vitamins, minerals & supplements (VMS). Backed by innovation and driven by purpose, we're on an exciting journey of transformation and growth — expanding our reach, enhancing our brands, and bringing cutting-edge products to more consumers across the globe.
As a Regulatory Scientist - Cosmetics, you’ll act as a subject matter expert in cosmetic regulations, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance while empowering creativity. You’ll play a pivotal role in bringing safe, compliant, and inspiring products to market — all while helping shape the future of regulatory practice within the cosmetics industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting the implementation of robust regulatory strategies to ensure compliance and commercial success.
- Providing regulatory expertise to innovation projects, enabling smooth and timely product launches.
- Creating, maintaining, and approving regulatory documentation, including submissions to databases.
- Maintaining the EMEA cosmetics portfolio and supporting medical device compliance.
- Leading departmental Quality Management System (QMS) activities and supporting audits, SOPs, and CAPAs.
- Representing regulatory affairs in cross-functional meetings, offering clear advisory input.
- Contributing to industry consultations, forums, and discussions to influence regulatory best practices.
- Driving continuous professional development for yourself and supporting knowledge growth within the team.
What we’re looking for
We’re seeking someone who brings both technical expertise and a collaborative mindset. You’ll have:
- A degree (BSc/MSc) in Life Sciences, Nutrition, Food Science, Pharmacy, Chemistry or related discipline.
- Solid knowledge of UK/EU cosmetic regulations (with global exposure desirable).
- Familiarity with medical device regulations (EU Cosmetics Regulation, MDR, ISO standards).
- Experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting regulatory dossiers, notifications, and documentation.
- Working knowledge of QMS processes (SOPs, audits, CAPAs).
- Strong ability to interpret regulations, advise teams, and support compliance strategies.
- Proven track record of supporting new product launches through effective regulatory input.
- Excellent regulatory writing, documentation management, and database submission skills.
Why join us
This is more than a regulatory role — it’s an opportunity to be part of an organisation where science meets creativity. You’ll work alongside talented teams who are passionate about delivering products that consumers trust, value, and love.
If you’re driven by innovation, enjoy influencing change, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.
What we offer
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
- 25 days holiday + 1 celebration day + 1 volunteering day + bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 10 extra days
- Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Private medical cover and health cash plan (with options for family cover)
- Wellbeing support: eye care, flu vaccine, EAP & discounts via Perks at Work
- Salary sacrifices options with the Cycle scheme and electric vehicle schemes
- Flexible working and family-friendly policies
- Global recognition programme & £1,000 referral bonus
If you are looking to make a difference and be part of something exciting, we’d love to hear from you