Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Bringing the best of Suntory to Oceania

By harnessing the best of Suntory from across Australia and New Zealand, Suntory Global Spirits and Suntory Beverage & Food Oceania have created a multi-beverage powerhouse – Suntory Oceania.

Our 40 market-leading brands, including Jim Beam® and Maker's Mark® Bourbon, Hibiki® Japanese Whisky, Canadian Club® Whisky, -196, V Energy, Maximus, and Suntory BOSS Coffee, are powered by five distribution centres, more than 1,500 Suntorians and two local manufacturing sites. With full end-to-end control of our portfolio, we pioneer new beverage experiences, inspired by innovation and craftsmanship

The opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist to lead and drive regulatory strategy across our iconic beverage portfolio.  This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance, supporting and enabling local innovation and the successful launch of products that are in line with ANZ regulations.

What you'll do

• Lead and execute regulatory strategies for new product development
• Provide scientific and regulatory guidance on product claims, ingredients and labelling
• Review and approve packaging, marketing materials and claims
• Collaborate cross-functionally to provide subject matter expertise and guidance
• Manage submissions, registrations and notifications with relevant regulatory authorities
• Monitor emerging regulatory trends and assess business impact
• Develop and maintain regulatory documentation, SOPs, and compliance processes
• Engage with industry groups influence regulators for the future and to ensure the business has a seat at the table when it comes to policy and regulatory changes

What you'll bring

You are a highly analytical and commercially minded regulatory expert with strong scientific credentials and a passion for bringing compliant, high-quality FMCG products to market.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Dietietics or related discipline
• A strong track record of success in a Scientific & Regulatory Affairs within FMCG, beverage, food, or health-related industries
• Experience working cross-functionally in a fast-paced commercial environment to collaborate on solutions that will deliver for the business and consumers alike
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks in Australia, NZ and key global markets
• Proven experience in claims substantiation, labelling compliance and regulatory strategy

What's in it for you

• Grow your career – we like to promote from within and have incredible learning and development opportunities around the world.
• Drive transformation and innovation in a future-fit operating model.
• Generous incentive program for all our permanent employees.
• An inclusive parental leave policy for both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Birthday leave – enjoy a day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Gradual return to work to help you transition back from parental leave.
• Work in a culture that values diversity, collaboration and growth.
• Flexible working – flexible hours and hybrid working.
• We are committed to giving back to our communities, so we provide you with volunteer leave to do so.

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, or differing abilities, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.