Founded in Australia, Goldfield & Banks is a luxury niche fragrance house that captures theessence of the Australian landscape through refined, elegant perfumes. Combining Frenchperfumery expertise with the richness of Australian botanicals, the brand embodiessophistication, craftsmanship, and sustainability.POSITION OBJECTIVEThe Regulatory Affairs Manager & Operations Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring theglobal regulatory compliance, operational coordination, and successful execution of Goldfield& Banks’ product portfolio across perfumes, home collection, ancillary products, andpromotional items.This role requires a hands-on and experienced professional capable of independentlymanaging complex international regulatory topics while also supporting day-to-dayoperational execution linked to product launches, artwork validation, supply coordination,packaging updates, and cross-functional project management.The ideal candidate combines strong regulatory expertise with operational agility, businesspragmatism, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced luxuryenvironment.REPORTING STRUCTUREThis position will report directly to the Operation Manager and ultimately the Chief ofOperations. No subordinates report directly to this position.The candidate will work closely with both internal (New Product Development, Marketing,Supply Chain, Production, Quality, and International Distribution teams) and external(Regulatory consultants, laboratories, manufacturing and logistic partners, packagingsuppliers, international authorities and certification bodies, and packaging suppliers)stakeholders.PRINCIPAL DUTIES1. Regulatory Affairs & Product Compliance
- Ensure global regulatory compliance across all product categories and markets (EU,UK, USA, Middle East, APAC, etc.).
- Independently manage and maintain all regulatory documentation including:o PIF/DIPo SDSo IFRA certificateso Safety assessmentso Technical documentationo Responsible Person documentationo Claims support fileso Regulatory tests (stability/compatibility/patch tests etc)Lead and anticipate updates related to evolving cosmetic and fragrance regulationsincluding IFRA amendments, allergens, REACH/CLP, SCCS opinions, CMRsubstances, MOCRA, and local market requirements, to ensure applications withindeadlines
- Review and approve packaging artworks, labels, and product claims to ensureregulatory conformity and operational accuracy.
- Coordinate and work closely with the logistic manager for product registrations andnotifications across international markets (CPNP, MOCRA, SCPN, Middle Eastregistrations, Asian/Chinese registration, EPR schemes, CITEO, etc.), by ensuring toprovide the correct documentation needed from different partners
- Act as key internal reference for regulatory interpretation and compliance-relateddecision making.
- Manage relationships with external regulatory consultants and laboratories, ensuringconsistency, responsiveness, and quality of deliverables.
- Participate in supplier compliance reviews and support qualification of new suppliers orcomponents from a regulatory perspective.
- Support sustainability and CSR initiatives by ensuring compliance with environmentalregulations and eco-design requirements.
- Proactively monitor international regulatory developments in the perfume and cosmeticsindustry.
- Evaluate new regulations, assess business impact, and recommend action plans tointernal stakeholders.
- Communicate updates and train relevant teams to ensure consistent understanding andcompliance.2. Operational Coordination & Product Lifecycle Management
- Coordinate operational follow-up of product launches, reformulations, packagingupdates, and discontinuations.
- Ensure smooth execution and alignment between regulatory timelines, productionplanning, artwork approvals, and launch schedules.
- Monitor and track product changes linked to formulas, raw materials, packagingcomponents, or suppliers.
- Maintain accurate regulatory and product data within internal tracking systems anddatabases.
- Assist in risk assessment and escalation management related to compliance oroperational disruptions.3. Operations, Purchasing and Supply Chain SupportAs part of the Operations team, you will also assist and support on some businessoperations tasks, including :
- Participate in day-to-day operational follow-up of product launches, replenishments, andongoing production activities
- Assist in production planning and manufacturing timelines with suppliers andsubcontractors to ensure on-time deliveries.
- Support procurement activities including supplier coordination, quotation follow-up,lead-time monitoring, and delivery scheduling.
- Assist in managing production schedules and priorities in coordination with operationsand supply chain teams.Participate in stock management activities by monitoring inventory levels,replenishment needs, and operational risks.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency,operational visibility, and coordination across departments.
- Contribute to accurate maintenance of operational data, purchase tracking, supplierinformation, and product references within ERP systems and internal tracking tools.
- Coordinate closely with internal teams including Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing,Sales, and Customer Service to ensure smooth operational execution.4. Regulatory Intelligence & Continuous Improvement
- Proactively monitor international regulatory developments within the fragrance andcosmetics industry.
- Assess business impact of new regulations and recommend implementation plans.
- Prepare internal regulatory summaries, action plans, and practical guidance for relevantstakeholders.
- Train and support internal teams on regulatory and compliance topics when needed.KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE1. Education: Degree in chemistry, cosmetology, toxicology or scientific equivalent2. Experience:- Minimum 3 years in regulatory affairs or product compliance, within the fragrance,cosmetics, beauty, or luxury industry.- Previous experience in an international and fast-paced environment stronglypreferred.- Experience managing regulatory topics across multiple regions and productlaunches.- Exposure to operational coordination or supply/product lifecycle management3. Technical Knowledge:- Strong understanding of export regulatory frameworks, product registrations, andcosmetic labeling requirements. Solid knowledge of EU Cosmetic Regulation, IFRAstandards, Reach/CLP, CPNP, SCPN, MOCRA, international labelling requirements.- Good understanding of packaging compliance and environmental regulations.- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, and capacity for close follow up.4. Skills:- Strong autonomy and ownership mindset.- Excellent organizational and project management skills.- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.- Pragmatic and solution-oriented approach.- Strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities.- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and external partners.- Advanced Excel proficiency and strong comfort with data management tools.5. Languages: Fluent in French and English (written and spoken).6. Location: Paris, France.7. Availability: Full-time position starting ASAP