Regulatory Affairs & Safety Associate, HH

We are Reckitt

Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose. Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.

R&D

In Research and Development, we're full of highly skilled talents that include Scientists, Engineers, Medical, Clinical and Regulatory professionals - all working to create a cleaner, healthier world. With nine Centres of Excellence, we continually seek out new opportunities by using science, our entrepreneurial flare and our fearless innovation to develop and enhance our existing portfolio, never compromising on quality or performance.

We do the right thing, always, by ensuring we act with responsibility and integrity, by complying with regulatory legislation across the globe, whilst ensuring our products are safe for our consumers and are to the highest quality.

The size of our organisation means you'll have the opportunity to learn and work in different functions within R&D, giving you exposure to different disciplines, teams and environments. You will also have access to our Research and Development Academy, designed to develop our team and allow you to grow in our great organisation.

About The Role

The Regulatory Affairs & Safety Associate, Regulatory and Compliance provides regulatory and compliance support for Reckitt’s local regulatory team. This position reports to the Regulatory Affairs & Safety Manager, Essential Home. You will be at the forefront of our market strategy, leading Reckitt in innovation while staying true to our commitment to safety and quality. Thrive in an environment that acknowledges your expertise and empowers you to make a tangible difference. Your journey towards regulatory excellence starts here.

Your responsibilities

• Collaborating cross-functionally with regulatory staff and key stakeholders on the sales, marketing, R&D, quality and packaging engineering teams to manage regulatory and compliance approvals (i.e. regulatory checks, MPL approvals, registrations, labeling, etc.) for the North American Hygiene product portfolio.
• Review of formulas, ingredients and creating fragrance transparency documents for Regulatory Formula Assessment (RFA) documents and regulatory compliance for Reckitt’s Home Care and Air Care brands (Air Wick, Easy Off, Resolve, d-CON, Spray ‘N Wash, etc.).
• Contribute to Trade Association (HCPA, ACI, etc.) groups and external partners when exploring the evolving regulatory landscape and develop strategies with such groups and partners to align with Reckitt’s business priorities.
• Preparing and filing for federal and/or state registrations/amendments/notifications for products requiring registration (US EPA, State-level Water regulatory frameworks, etc.).
• Contribute to and complete Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting requirements across the jurisdictions requiring such reporting.
• Certifying products for Free Trade Agreement compliance, assessing products for anti-dumping and countervailing duties.
• Reviewing Safety Data Sheets for GHS compliance and hazardous materials/dangerous goods transportation classification.

The experience we're looking for

• BA/BS degree in natural sciences or life sciences preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in consumer products industry is highly preferred. Experience from related product groups (e.g. Cosmetics, Ag-Chem, Pharma) will also be considered.
• Results oriented, entrepreneurial and self-motivated.
• Understanding of relevant sections/divisions/branches of Regulatory Agencies.
• Knowledge of US regulations as they pertain to product portfolio.
• High attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective networks and working relationships with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office product suite

The skills for success

Portfolio Management, Commercial Awareness, Business Partnership, Collaboration, Partnership building, Collaborator, R&D, Product Lifecycle Management, Ability to challenge the status quo, Propose improvement, Accountability, Adaptability, Business Strategy, Objective Setting, Consumer Needs, Change Leadership, Task Execution Under Pressure, Makes strategic Business Decisions, Adapt to changes in technological development plans, Creative Direction, Business Accumen, Relationship Management.

What we offer

With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way. We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

US salary ranges

USD $86,000.00 - $128,000.00

US pay transparency

The base salary range for this role will vary based on experience in job and industry, training and education, skills relevant to the position, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year. Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; 16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; discounts; and much more. Our compensation and benefits packages aim to give our talent the reward, protection, and peace of mind they deserve. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete your application, please contact [email protected]. Reckitt is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Equality

We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.