Senior Regulatory Specialist, Fragrance

Osmo

. Interpret and implement regulatory requirements for fragrance ingredients and finished products across global markets, including EU, US, UK, and key APAC/LATAM jurisdictions .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeElizabeth • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory affairs within the fragrance industry, with a strong focus on compliance with IFRA standards and global regulations. Capable of leading regulatory strategies and advising cross-functional teams on product development and risk assessments.

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Regulatory Affairs ExperienceIFRA Standards KnowledgeGlobal Regulatory ComplianceFragrance Industry ExpertiseRegulatory Risk Assessment

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Hard Skills

Regulatory Requirements InterpretationRegulatory Database ManagementRisk AssessmentFragrance Formulation KnowledgeRegulatory Documentation Strategy

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationInfluencing Decisions

Industry Keywords

Fragrance IndustryREACHEU Cosmetic RegulationProduct StewardshipRegulatory Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interpret and implement regulatory requirements for fragrance ingredients and finished products across global markets, including EU, US, UK, and key APAC/LATAM jurisdictions
Drive compliance with IFRA standards and determine when and how formulations must change ahead of restrictions and amendments
Lead regulatory database and documentation strategy
Support Perfumery, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and Commercial as the regulatory authority in product development decisions
Conduct regulatory risk assessments on raw materials, formulations, and finished products
Support the Product Stewardship & Regulatory lead with customer-facing compliance inquiries and documentation decisions
Track emerging global regulatory trends and translate them into business recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Regulatory Affairs, Toxicology, or a related field
8+ years in regulatory affairs within the fragrance industry; fragrance experience required
Global/multi-market regulatory experience across more than one major jurisdiction; global experience required
Deep working knowledge of IFRA standards, REACH, EU Cosmetic Regulation (1223/2009), and other relevant global regulations
Strong communication skills and ability to advise cross-functional stakeholders and influence decisions on regulatory risk
Familiarity with fragrance formulation and raw materials
Experience building or restructuring a regulatory function, not just operating within one
Experience acting as regulatory advisor during due diligence or audits
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Ability to work 3 days/week in the Elizabeth, NJ office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Real Growth Path — Room to shape a fast-growing regulatory function and take on more scope and responsibility; formal leveling and career path still being mapped by Devin and Kristen
Catered Lunch — Mon/Wed/Fri
Complimentary shuttle service from Brooklyn and Newark, NJ
401(k) savings plan and employer match
Competitive salary
Meaningful equity in a high-growth company
Flexible PTO
Paid family leave
Commuter benefits (pre-tax transit and parking)
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Company holidays
Equity or incentive compensation for eligible roles