Product Compliance Specialist

Product Compliance Specialist - SDS & Chemical Regulations📍 Location : Southampton 📅 Contract Until : End of 2025 (with potential for extension) 💰 Pay : £17.89 / hour (PAYE) | £24.49 / hour (Umbrella)About the RoleWe're looking for a Product Compliance Specialist to join a leading global company (BAT) and play a vital role in ensuring compliance across an innovative product portfolio, including nicotine, e-liquids, and oral pouches.In this role, you'll lead the creation and management of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and ensure chemical compliance in line with global regulations. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to process improvements, and help drive regulatory excellence across the business.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate, review, and maintain SDSs to meet global regulatory standardsManage chemical compliance activities across the product lifecycleCollaborate with Product Development, Quality, and Marketing to collect and validate regulatory dataProvide technical support on chemical legislation and SDS requirementsSupervise 2-3 SDS authors, ensuring high-quality output and timely deliveryDrive improvements in compliance processes and documentation standardsTrain and mentor team members on SOPs, regulatory updates, and best practicesWhat We're Looking ForDegree in Chemistry or a related discipline (MSc preferred)Solid understanding of chemical regulations (REACH, CLP, GHS, etc.)Hands-on experience with SDS authoring - VERISK 3E knowledge is a bonusStrong analytical and data accuracy skillsExcellent communication and collaboration abilitiesComfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated environmentNice to HavePrevious experience in a regulated industry or product compliance roleMembership in a professional chemical or EH&S institutionProficiency with Excel and document management systemsWhy Join?Be part of a global business at the forefront of product innovationGain hands-on experience with a diverse, fast-moving product portfolioWork with industry-leading compliance professionalsOpportunity for contract extension based on performance