Senior Manager Quality & Regulatory

Los Angeles, California Permanent USD120,000 - USD140,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Senior Manager of Quality & Regulatory Affairs to oversee compliance and product safety across a portfolio of fragrance and personal care products. Reporting to senior product leadership, this role will act as the internal subject matter expert on global regulatory requirements, quality systems, and product integrity.
  • High-growth brand with strong momentum and category impact
  • Shape quality strategy in a fast-paced, innovative environment

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing, modern fine fragrance company that is redefining the category through a unique blend of high-quality formulation, responsible sourcing, and strong emotional storytelling that resonates with today's consumer. With rapid global expansion, viral product success, and a growing presence across leading retail channels, the organization is positioned as a disruptive force at the intersection of luxury, accessibility, and self-expression.

Job Description

  • Regulatory Strategy & Compliance: Develop and manage the regulatory strategy across product categories; interpret and apply global regulations (e.g., FDA, EU Cosmetics Regulation, Health Canada).
  • Product Registration & Submissions: Oversee product dossiers, notifications, and registrations across multiple markets; coordinate with external regulatory partners and stakeholders as needed.
  • Safety & Vigilance: Manage safety assessments and adverse event reporting processes in line with regulatory expectations.
  • Audits & Inspections: Lead internal audits and support third-party or regulatory inspections; ensure timely resolution of findings.
  • Labeling & Artwork Review: Approve labeling and packaging to ensure compliance with regional requirements.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with R&D, supply chain, marketing, and commercial teams to integrate regulatory considerations into product development.
  • Regulatory Intelligence: Track evolving global regulations and communicate potential business impacts.
  • EPR & Sustainability: Oversee extended producer responsibility obligations and support sustainability initiatives related to packaging and compliance.
  • Quality Systems Management: Maintain and improve quality management systems, processes, and documentation.
  • Supplier & Manufacturer Oversight: Act as the quality lead with external manufacturing partners and suppliers to ensure adherence to standards.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. Michael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific or related discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Life Sciences, Regulatory Affairs)
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in quality and/or regulatory roles within consumer goods, personal care, or adjacent industries
  • Strong working knowledge of U.S. and international regulatory frameworks, with experience supporting multi-region product compliance
  • Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, or maintaining quality systems aligned with GMP/ISO standards
  • Proven ability to support product commercialization from a compliance and quality standpoint
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex regulatory requirements for cross-functional stakeholders
  • Proficiency with regulatory documentation tools, data systems, and standard business software



Preferred

  • Advanced degree or professional certification in regulatory affairs or a related field
  • Experience working with premium or high-growth consumer brands
  • Familiarity with ingredient compliance standards and restricted substances management
  • Exposure to large retail or e-commerce regulatory requirements
  • Knowledge of evolving U.S. regulatory updates impacting consumer products



What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $120,000 to $140,000 USD.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance.
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Be part of a forward-thinking organization in the beauty industry



If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Manager Quality & Regulatory in Los Angeles, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Juliette Muratore
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7043051

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Los Angeles
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Juliette Muratore
Job Reference
JN-062026-7043051
Job Nature
Hybrid working