Senior Regulatory Associate

YOU

This is an 18 to 24-month FTC role

You will ensure that product composition, packaging, labelling and advertising for the UK and Ireland portfolio comply with applicable regulations and company requirements.  You will provide proactive regulatory advice as part of project teams, ensuring on-time delivery of product development, launch and all associated advertising.  You will participate in trade associations to monitor and influence the external environment and represent SBFE commercial interests.  You will work with the wider European team to monitor the external legislative environment, ensuring knowledge is targeted to internal stakeholders enabling timely risk capture, communication and mitigation

YOUR ROLE

• Ensuring knowledge of regulations impacting UK/I portfolio remain current. 
• Providing regulatory advice to marketing, technical teams and senior stakeholders on all aspects of UK/EU food and packaging regulation to ensure compliant product development through the stage-gate process.
• Review of advertising and communication copy for UK and Ireland to ensure conformity with food and consumer protection legislation, self-regulatory codes of practice and company requirements.
• Developing and maintaining excellent working relationships within the business, key functions and with influential external bodies (trade associations & regulatory authorities).
• Support Incident Management team as necessary. Deputising for regulatory manager as regulatory lead on incident management teams.
• Generating label copy and approving product artwork to ensure that labelling complies with all relevant food legislation and company requirements.
• Partnering with marketing teams to develop claims that are true, proven, non-misleading, compliant and aligned with commercial goals. 
• Review and approve all raw materials and formulations to ensure compliance within the UK and Ireland requirements.
• Create and review procedures/guidelines for regulatory processes and ways of working.
• Monitor external environment as part of regulatory watch. Attend industry seminars or events to capture current discussions and future developments.
• Deliver compliance training to external teams as necessary.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Suntory is a fast moving, agile and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nations most loved brands. The Suntory Group is one of the largest soft drinks companies and among the world’s leading consumer products companies. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions across the globe

WHAT I NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Bachelor’s degree in a regulatory, legal or sciences discipline.
• Solid experience, preferably in FMCG or other relevant regulatory experience.
• Knowledge of food and consumer protection regulations and self-regulatory advertising codes with a demonstrated grasp of FMCG business operation and brand strategic thinking.
• Technical food / beverage product knowledge.
• Knowledge of packaging/sustainability regulatory framework is desirable

Key Competencies

• Excellent communicator with demonstrable influencing and negotiating skills.
• Positive approach to problem solving & stakeholder management
• Proactive, adaptable and self-disciplined

YOUR FUTURE WITH US

Joining Suntory isn’t just about taking on a role, it’s about embarking on a career journey. You have the opportunity to work with talented, inspiring and authentic leaders and have the freedom to dream big and go for it (Yatte Minahare). At Suntory you’ll find a supportive work environment that values work life balance and that will help you realise your full potential and grow for good. Our People and Culture team are a team that genuinely care about creating a great experience for our employees and we would love you to be part of it.

OUR DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION 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, 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.