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Compliance Officer

Smart4SciencesNorfolk🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 14 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Compliance Officer role offers a fantastic opportunity to deepen your expertise in regulatory standards within the dynamic FMCG sector, with flexible shift options and a competitive allowance for late shifts. You'll thrive here if you're meticulous and eager to contribute to a reputable company's quality assurance and product integrity. Apply now to play a vital part in ensuring operational excellence and robust compliance.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Norfolk, United Kingdom
ComplianceRegulatory Compliance

Job Description

Compliance Officer - FMCG

Day shifts (7:00am-3:00pm) or late shifts (3:00pm-11:00pm) are available for this role, with a shift allowance paid for the late shift pattern.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a diligent and organized Compliance Officer to ensure our manufacturing processes meet all relevant regulatory and quality standards. This role plays a key part in supporting external audits, ensuring product traceability throughout the supply chain, and maintaining accurate records for regulatory compliance across all stages of production- from raw material intake to finished goods dispatch.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and update compliance documentation and records in alignment with industry requirements/regulations (e.g., BRCGS, Customer Technical audits).
  • Prepare for and support external audits (regulatory, customer, and certification bodies), including collating and presenting relevant data and records.
  • Develop and oversee robust product traceability systems, ensuring seamless tracking from raw materials through production, packaging, warehousing, and dispatch.
  • Work closely with procurement, production, QA, and logistics teams to maintain full compliance across operational functions.
  • Conduct internal audits to verify compliance with internal procedures and external regulations.
  • Identify and escalate non-compliance issues; work with stakeholders to investigate root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Ensure documentation procedures are followed correctly throughout the business.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of the company's Quality Management System (QMS).

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Experience in a compliance, quality assurance, or regulatory role within FMCG or chemical manufacturing (preferably cleaning or personal care products).
  • Experience in audit preparation and regulatory inspections.
  • Understanding of product traceability principles and manufacturing documentation systems.
  • Proficient with document management software, Excel, and ERP systems.
  • Excellent communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills.

Preferred:

  • Experience with BRCGS or similar quality systems.
  • Familiarity with sustainability reporting or packaging compliance
  • Certifications in compliance or quality (e.g., Lead Auditor, GMP certification

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