Regulatory Affairs Lead – Food Compliance & Labeling

Hotel Chocolat PLC; Godmanchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading premium chocolate brand in the UK is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Manager to oversee compliance across UK and US product portfolios. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team, ensure regulatory standards are met, and manage product approvals from concept through launch. Strong leadership skills and knowledge of food safety regulations are essential. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits including healthcare, and a flexible hybrid working environment.

Benefits

50% discount on products

70% discount at Rabot Estate

Private healthcare cover

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Company pension contributions

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire, coach and develop teams.
• Strong knowledge of UK and US food safety regulations and labelling laws.
• Experience in product formulation approvals, ingredient compliance and nutritional labelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of regulatory professionals.
• Ensure compliance with UK and US food safety regulations.
• Review and approve product labels and marketing claims.
• Collaborate with government agencies and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Food Regulatory Affairs expertise

Knowledge of UK and US food safety regulations

Experience in product formulation approvals

Nutritional labelling experience

Sustainability certification management

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

A leading premium chocolate brand in the UK is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Manager to oversee compliance across UK and US product portfolios. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team, ensure regulatory standards are met, and manage product approvals from concept through launch. Strong leadership skills and knowledge of food safety regulations are essential. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits including healthcare, and a flexible hybrid working environment.