Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Join our Regulatory team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere, every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: QMS Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Home, Outdoor, Lifestyle Products)

Department: Regulatory Team

Work Location: Bussigny, Switzerland Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

Work Type: Full time, permanent role 80% - 90% -100% flexible work options available

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Associate Quality & Regulatory Director EMEA, the regulatory affairs specialist supports all regulatory activities for the Home & Outdoor product portfolio and REACH/CLP/Food contact material regulations, all distributed in the EMEAI region, could also exceptionally back-up beauty portfolio.

Regulatory Affairs

• Work closely with product development, compliance, marketing and other teams to ensure and maintain compliance for all categories of products
• Prepare and maintain EU Declaration of Compliance / EU Declaration of Conformity
• Reviewing all applicable test reports and ensuring they are all up-to-date, applicable and sufficient
• Responsible for labelling review (including marketing materials)
• Implementation of regulatory aspects of labelling
• Maintaining regulatory documentation up to date for EMEAI regulatory purposes
• Preparing documentation dossiers to achieve timely regulatory approvals and maintenance of the existing portfolio
• Supporting Middle East, Africa notification and registration
• Supporting sales demand for the assigned product categories

Quality Management System

• Participate in QMS maintenance according to ISO 13485 (Update and Create quality documents as needed)
• Conducting and participating in Internal Audits (Audit Plan, leading the audit, Audit report and follow up of findings)
• Actively participating in notified body audits and other inspections
• Collaborating for Management review meetings
• Participating in non-conformities and CAPA process (for own portfolio)

Experience, Skills and Qualifications required:

• University or engineering degree in Science or equivalent
• Ideally Minimum 2 years’ experience in a regulatory affairs position in the required product category area, familiar with REACH/CLP/Food contact material regulations within the consumer industry in EMEA region
• Working knowledge of EN ISO 13485 and/or ISO 9001 requirements
• Working experience of the CE marking and CE compliance process for Food Contact Regulations or WEEE/REACH/RoHs/CLPs., Low Voltage Directive / EMC Directive / Cosmetic regulation would be an asset
• MS Pack Office proficiency
• Fluency in English mandatory, French would be an asset
• Authorized to work in Switzerland on a full-time basis

What do we offer?

• 💸 Competitive compensation package depending on experience and skills
• 🩺 Collective Health Insurance or Gym Allowance
• 🚂 Mobility allowance
• 💻 Flexible work policy with regards to working hours and work from home
• ☀ Increased flexi-days package after 1 year of service
• 👌 Swibeco
• 💼 Modern office with collaborative workspaces
• 👂 Employee assistance counselling line
• 🎁 Employee discounts on all our EMEA products
• 💪 Lunch and Learns
• 🏝 Company closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• 📈 Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 👌 The chance to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment!

• 💪 Lunch and Learns
• 🏝 Company closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• 📈 Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 👌 The chance to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment!

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a leading global consumer products company with operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.  Our portfolio includes trusted brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank among the top brands in their consumer goods categories.

We grow and strengthen our brands through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional products and experiences for consumers worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Management reserves the right to modify the duties and responsibilities of the position at any time.