Regulatory Specialist ANZ

Position Title: Regulatory Specialist ANZ
Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time
Requisition ID: 40029
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About the role .
We are looking for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist for a 6-month fixed term (with the potential to be extended) to help ensure our food products meet regulatory standards in Australia and New Zealand. Working closely with R&D and cross-functional teams, you'll review ingredients, labels, and marketing claims while staying up-to-date with the latest food legislation. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise, influence product success, and gain experience with a leading global food manufacturer.
This role can be based in either Melbourne or Ballarat, with occasional travel required between the two locations.
What you'll be doing.

• Act as an in-house expert on food legislation and regulatory guidelines for Australia and New Zealand.
• Review product ingredients, formulas, and labels to ensure compliance with relevant food regulations.
• Support new product development, reformulations, and marketing claims by advising cross-functional teams (R&D, Procurement, Marketing).
• Monitor legislative changes affecting product composition, ingredients, and labelling requirements.
• Develop and maintain procedures for product formula and label approval.
• Advocate for and sponsor training initiatives to promote regulatory compliance across teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities as needed.
• Communicate industry best practices and provide recommendations on regulatory positions.
• Ensure continued business continuity through proactive regulatory compliance activities.

What you'll need to be successful.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Food Science or related technical discipline.
• 1-3 years experience in regulatory affairs, ideally within a large, global food manufacturing organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in food product composition, marketing claims substantiation, and labelling requirements.
• Good understanding of food safety standards, including microbiological and contaminant controls.
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills, with courage to address and resolve complex regulatory issues at all organizational levels.
• Capable of setting clear standards and holding others accountable for compliance.
• Strong team player, adaptable to fast-paced environments and collaborative work.

About McCain .
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Job Family: Research & Development
Division: Global Research and Development
Department: Regulatory Affairs
Location(s): AU - Australia : Victoria : Melbourne
Company: McCain Foods (Aust) Pty.