Regulatory Affairs Specialist

About the job

Join the House of AMOUAGE

Are you ready to shape the future of compliance and innovation at the iconic House of AMOUAGE? We are seeking a talented and knowledgeable Regulatory Affairs Specialist to ensure our products meet the highest standards across global markets—right from the heart of AMOUAGE in Muscat, Oman.

Your Mission

As a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, you will ensures that all Amouage products comply with global, regional regulatory requirements, industry standards, and safety guidelines. The role involves preparing and submitting regulatory documents, monitoring changes in regulations, ensuring ingredients compliance and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support product development and market access. The specialist also serves as a key liaison between the company, regulatory agencies, and external partners.

Your Impact

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all cosmetic products comply with international, and regional regulations (e.g., EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, FDA regulations, ASEAN Cosmetic Directive).
• Maintain regulatory files, technical dossiers, and legal documentation for all cosmetic products.
• Oversee the ingredient compliance process, ensuring all raw materials meet regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with international fragrance regulations, including IFRA (International Fragrance Association), REACH (EU), FDA (US), and other regional standards (e.g., GCC, ASEAN, China, LATAM).
• Prepare, review, and maintain Fragrance Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and Product Information Files (PIFs) for regulatory submissions.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of regulatory submissions, approvals, and compliance documentation.

Product Registration & Notification

• Manage the registration and notification of cosmetic products with relevant regulatory authorities (e.g., CPNP in the EU, FDA in the USA, SFDA in Saudi Arabia).
• Liaise with regulatory agencies to ensure timely approvals and clearances.
• Coordinate regulatory submissions, including formulation reviews and label compliance.
• Ensure that Restricted and Prohibited Substances Lists are followed per country regulations.

Labelling & Claims Compliance

• Ensure that product labels, packaging, and marketing materials adhere to regulatory guidelines.
• Review and approve product claims to ensure they are scientifically substantiated and legally compliant.
• Conduct label and artwork checks to align with local and international labeling laws.
• Ensure that product labeling, packaging, and marketing claims comply with international regulations.
• Verify compliance with allergen labelling requirements (EU 82 allergens, IFRA standards, etc.).

Regulatory Intelligence & Risk Management

• Monitor global regulatory changes and provide updates to internal teams.
• Assess the impact of new regulations on existing products and business strategies.
• Advise on regulatory risks and provide solutions to mitigate compliance issues.
• Monitor global regulatory updates related to fragrance ingredients, safety, and sustainability.
• Assess the impact of new regulations (e.g., IFRA amendments, California Prop 65, EU Green Deal restrictions) on existing and future fragrance formulations.

Sustainability & Ethical Compliance

• Ensure compliance with sustainability and environmental regulations, including restricted substances (e.g., REACH, California Prop 65).
• Ensure compliance with sustainability regulations and green chemistry initiatives, including:
• Vegan, cruelty-free, and natural certification standards.
• Environmental regulations (e.g., VOC limits, biodegradability standards, carbon footprint reporting).
• Support eco-friendly fragrance development and ensure compliance with new clean beauty trends.

Your Journey With Us

The House of AMOUAGE, has been on an aggressive growth trajectory within the fast-growing ultra luxury perfumes segment, unlocking tremendous personal and career development opportunities for our team members across multiple locations including Muscat, Dubai, New York, Seoul and Kuala Lumpur. We foresee the incumbent of this role to grow in this opportunity together with AMOUAGE.

Your Expertise

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Regulatory Affairs, pharmacy, chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.

Minimum 3 years in regulatory affairs, and product registration within the fragrances, cosmetics, or personal care industry.

The AMOUAGE Advantage

Join a House that has been creating luxury fragrance experiences since 1983. At AMOUAGE, you'll be part of a legacy that combines artisanal craftsmanship with modern innovation, bringing extraordinary olfactory experiences to clients worldwide.