1. Regulatory Knowledge

o Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK and EU food import regulations, including requirements for composite products, animal-origin materials, and additives.

2. Product Compliance Review o Review ingredient lists and formulations of new products to ensure they comply with target market import regulations. o Provide a clear list of import conditions and documentation required for each country. 3. Supplier and Product Qualification o Verify supplier certifications (e.g. HACCP, ISO, FSSC22000, BRCGS) and product-related documents. o Compile and maintain product specifications (spec sheets) and compliance files. 4. Packaging and Labelling Compliance o Review and validate packaging artwork to ensure conformity with UK/EU labelling requirements, including language, nutrition table, allergens, origin marking, and additives declaration. 5. Import Clearance and Documentation o Confirm correct HS Codes, tariff rates, and veterinary/plant inspection requirements. 6. Regulatory Risk Management o Build and maintain an import access database by category and country. o Monitor regulatory updates (e.g. FSA, RASFF alerts) and provide early risk warnings. 7. Document Control and Traceability o Manage all supplier, product, and regulatory files to ensure traceability and version control for audits. 8. Cross-Department Collaboration o Work closely with R&D, QA, Supply Chain, and Purchasing teams during product development and approval stages. o Provide guidance on import feasibility and required certifications. 9. External Communication o Liaise with customers, suppliers, or government agencies on product compliance inquiries, document submissions, and audit support. 10. Training and Internal Support • Conduct internal training and updates on import regulations and labelling requirements. • Act as the internal contact point for compliance-related queries.

Requirements:

1+ years of experience in a food technologist role (ideally for a BRC certified company) Graduate in Food Science field Understanding of food labelling and declaration (up to date knowledge of food regulation Understanding of food safety and HACCP within a factory and how NPD/EPD can affect this Self-motivated and excellent communicator Assume accountability for their work and deliver to agreed timescales Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment Multilingual is a benefit Experience working with exports to different global markets a benefit

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits: Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate: London DA18 4AH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience: food technologist role: 1 year (preferred)

Language: Mandarin (required)

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person