Product Compliance Manager – beauty, bath & body, and beauty accessories

• Watford (Hybrid)
• £50,000 – £55,000

We are partnering with a fast-growing, product-focused beauty business based in Watford that is looking to appoint a Product Compliance Manager to lead regulatory and technical compliance across its expanding product portfolio.

This role sits at the heart of the product team, ensuring all beauty and personal care ranges meet UK and EU regulatory requirements while supporting smooth product launches and ongoing compliance. You will oversee one Compliance Assistant and work with external regulatory partners when specialist support is required, acting as the key point of contact for compliance across the business.

The position would suit someone who enjoys ownership, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is confident managing multiple product launches within a regulated consumer goods setting.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for product compliance across all beauty and personal care ranges
• Manage and develop a Compliance Assistant, providing guidance and structure to day-to-day compliance activities
• Work with external regulatory consultants and testing partners to ensure all products meet required standards
• Review packaging and artwork to ensure correct safety, legal and regulatory information for UK and EU markets
• Oversee the compliance timeline across new product launches and reorders to ensure deadlines are met
• Ensure all technical documentation, testing and regulatory files are complete and approved before production and shipment
• Maintain accurate and well-structured technical files and compliance records
• Submit and maintain product registrations on relevant UK and EU regulatory portals
• Support compliance requirements across North America (including Prop 65), Canada, the Middle East and other global markets
• Liaise with licensors to ensure brand and regulatory requirements are met across licensed product ranges
• Support retail partners by supplying technical documentation and compliance information as required
• Work closely with NPD, sourcing and sales teams to provide practical compliance guidance during product development
• Review supplier documentation and ensure manufacturing partners meet chemical, safety and ethical requirements
• Manage compliance for repeat orders, ensuring ongoing regulatory alignment
• Identify potential risks early and communicate solutions clearly to internal stakeholders
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure the business remains aligned with new legislation and industry standards
• Manage and report packaging waste data in line with regulatory and environmental reporting requirements

Experience & Skills:

• 5 years experience in a product compliance or technical role within beauty, cosmetics, bath & body or personal care
• Strong knowledge of UK, EU US cosmetic regulations and product safety requirements
• Knowledge or exposure to North American regulations (including Prop 65), Canada, Middle East and wider global compliance requirements
• Experience managing compliance documentation and regulatory submissions
• Previous experience coordinating with external testing houses, regulatory agents or consultants
• Experience working with licensed brands or licensors is highly desirable
• Understanding of product development and supply chain processes within consumer goods
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Confident communicator who can work effectively with internal teams, suppliers and licensors
• Comfortable managing and supporting junior team members
• Good analytical and administrative skills with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and compliance tracking systems
• Proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable taking ownership of processes

Why this role?

This is a great opportunity to join a growing Watford-based business where compliance plays a key role in product success. You’ll have the autonomy to shape processes, manage a small team, and work closely with licensors, suppliers and product teams to ensure high standards across every launch.

Ideal for someone who enjoys a hands-on compliance role, wants responsibility, and is looking to make a visible impact within a collaborative and fast-moving beauty business.

Diversity & Inclusion: ILMJ values diversity, equality, and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and identities.