Senior Product Technologist / Compliance Officer (REF 1248)

  • Based in China – all expenses will be covered
  • 6 month FTC
  • Circa £65,000 DOE

We have a very exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Product Technologist / Regulatory Compliance Officer who is looking for an adventure!

You will be based in our clients’ Chinese factory for 6 months where you will help shape and formalise the Regulatory Compliance function at the factory. You will establish processes and ways of working, setting up a seamless link between the China factory and their London HQ.  The successful candidate will have a background working closely with China factories, be process driven, a first class relationship builder, have a strong understanding of global market registration.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and fast-growing business where you will play a pivotal role shaping processes to ensure a robust compliance function.

Responsibilities in this Compliance Officer include:

  • Develop and implement the Regulatory Compliance, testing and QA strategy at the China factory
  • Establish robust testing procedures to ensure all products are compliant to current standards and any risks are mitigated
  • Work closely and collaboratively with the Head of Compliance in the London office to establish a seamless flow of information with the London office and China factory
  • Establish processes and ways of working at factory level from a QA and Compliance perspective to ensure all technical data, testing, and documentation are complete and compliant prior to product shipments
  • Establish processes to identify and resolve any compliance-related issues swiftly, ensuring key stakeholders are informed of any potential risks
  • Deliver training to the China QC team, sharing best practices, and ensuring up-to-date knowledge of all relevant regulations and industry standards to ensure the company’s compliance with global market requirements
  • Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships between the London and China teams to support seamless and productive working partnerships

Key Requirements:

  • Excellent regulatory compliance experience within the consumer products industry
  • Solid experience visiting factories based in China or working out in the Far East
  • Thorough understanding of factory auditing and familiarity with MSDS processes
  • Experience working with key account retailers / FMCGs
  • A self-starter who can work independently, take initiative, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the compliance function
  • Experience with factory auditing and working directly with testing houses
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external teams at all levels
  • Process driven, a methodical approach, and a proactive problem solver
  • A team player with a collaborative approach, ready to support, train, and develop the China team

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our client values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and identities. They are committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive culture of belonging across the company.

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Job Overview

Location :

Based in China – all expenses will be covered

Salary :

Up to £65,000 DOE

Date Posted :

10/04/2025

Job Ref :

MP197777CT4206-JS1248
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