Product Compliance Senior Associate

We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Compliance Senior Associate to join our dynamic team here at MECCA!

As a Product Compliance Senior Associate you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our products meet regulatory standards across diverse markets. In this role, you'll be responsible for verifying that all MECCA Brands' products align with the specific regulatory requirements of each region they are sold in. This includes meticulously reviewing product artwork to authenticate claims, evaluating formulations in line with AICIS, SUSMP, and Customs regulations, and guiding brands through the complexities of Australian and New Zealand compliance.

You'll collaborate closely with a growing team and external consultants, while also building strong relationships with key regulatory and industry bodies. As an integral part of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC), you'll contribute to maintaining high compliance standards and ensure that team members across departments receive the necessary training and updates on relevant processes and regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

The main responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Liaising with international and local brands to obtain and review all required product information, including ingredient listings, packaging claims and other relevant documents.  

• Reviewing products to ensure they comply with all AU and NZ laws and requirements in a thorough and timely manner. 

• Obtaining evidence necessary to ensure product claims can be substantiated and products are accurately represented 

• Lead AICIS Ingredient categorisation and submissions

• Take a lead role in some team functions/responsibilities (e.g. AICIS related processes and process improvement, reporting, product quality management, cosmetovigilance / pharmacovigilance)   

• Identifying and advising on required product changes required to meet laws and/or regulations and working closely with the brand and Merchandise team to ensure required changes are actioned 

• Implementing and managing ongoing quality risk assessment and auditing process  

• Process and system improvement 

• Answering queries and providing compliance support to multiple business departments  

• Develop and deliver of compliance education modules for stakeholders 

• Undertaking product category research and reviewing relevant legislation for new and high-risk product categories 

• Liaising with brands to investigate consumer complaints or queries  

• Support the team in managing identified compliance risks, and taking the lead depending on the level of risk identified. 

• Maintenance of accurate and complete Centric product data  

• Provide guidance, advice, mentorship and support for team members 

• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture 

• Assist with issues management as needed 

This list is not exhaustive. Other duties and tasks will be assigned as required.

What You Will Bring
 

You will have a good understanding of Australian and New Zealand regulatory requirements for the products that MECCA sells - such as cosmetic and personal care products and general consumer goods. You will have an affiliation with beauty and a passion for sustainability, but most importantly, live the MECCA values. You will demonstrate a ‘hands on’ approach, with the attitude of doing whatever it takes to support the wider team in any capacity.

You will also be able to demonstrate:

• A strong ability to work independently, efficiently, and with initiative.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to guide and inspire your team.
• A keen eye for detail and precision in your work.
• Exceptional organisational skills, coupled with a passion for solving complex problems.
• Excellent communication skills, enabling you to clearly convey requirements and expectations.
• A proactive, hands-on approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization.
• The capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks and meeting competing deadlines.
• Strong research and report writing abilities.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders of varying levels of experience.
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond swiftly to changing business needs.
• Sharp analytical and critical thinking skills.

Qualifications and experience

• Degree in Science (preferably formulation