International Regulatory Affairs for FMCG Client

Head of International Regulatory Affairs- Bangalore

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Purpose of the Job:

To ensure regulatory compliance across all APAC markets and facilitate successful product registrations, enabling smooth market entry and sustained business growth. This role is critical in navigating complex regulatory landscapes while minimizing risks and ensuring business continuity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance & Market Authorization-

Lead regulatory affairs across APAC, ensuring product compliance, registration, and lifecycle management.

• Market Expansion & Strategy-

Develop regulatory strategies for new market entries; liaise with local authorities; manage compliance risks.

• Labelling, Documentation & Claims-

Ensure accurate and compliant labelling, packaging, and claims; maintain regulatory documentation.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration-

Act as liaison with regulatory bodies; coordinate with R&D, QA, supply chain, and marketing teams; provide training on regulatory updates.

• Risk Management & Audits-

Conduct internal audits, support external inspections, manage post-market surveillance, and ensure GMP & Halal compliance

Business Context:

Navigate complex and evolving APAC regulatory frameworks while balancing compliance with business goals across time zones.

Stakeholder Interaction:

• Internal:

  R&D, Marketing, Legal, QA, Supply Chain

• External:

  Regulatory bodies, trade associations, consultants

Qualifications:

• Master’s/Bachelor’s in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or Chemistry
• 15+ years in regulatory affairs (preferably in Traditional Medicine, Cosmetics, FMCG, Pharma)
• Strong knowledge of APAC regulations, GMP, Halal, and e-commerce compliance
• Hands-on experience with regulatory submissions across ASEAN, South Korea, China, Australia, etc.