Job Description
Interim Technical & Compliance Manager
Location: East Sussex
Contract: Interim or fixed-term contract
Package: £50,000 to £60,000 pro rata or a competitive day rate
Working arrangement: Predominantly site-based
Start: As soon as possible
A growing health and wellness brand is looking for an experienced Technical & Compliance Manager who can provide immediate support to its technical function.
The business is open to either an interim appointment or a fixed-term contract. This would suit someone who can quickly understand the current systems, identify the immediate priorities and provide confident, hands-on compliance support.
The assignment
You will support the business across regulatory compliance, quality systems, product claims, labelling, supplier standards and post-launch product compliance.
Your responsibilities are likely to include:
- Taking ownership of the existing Quality Management System
- Reviewing and strengthening SOPs, policies and technical documentation
- Ensuring compliance with UK food supplement and labelling legislation
- Reviewing product labels, nutritional information and marketing claims
- Supporting compliance activity across NPD and existing product ranges
- Managing CAPA, complaints and technical investigations
- Supporting supplier approval and ongoing supplier compliance
- Preparing for and supporting internal or external audits
- Maintaining relevant certification requirements
- Identifying immediate compliance risks and agreeing clear priorities
- Providing practical advice across NPD, Marketing, Operations and Supply Chain
- Supporting the Compliance Assistant and wider team
- Providing stability and structure while the permanent search continues
What we are looking for
You will need:
- Strong compliance experience within food supplements, nutraceuticals, food or regulated FMCG
- Good knowledge of UK food supplement and labelling laws
- An understanding of FSA and EFSA requirements
- Experience reviewing claims, labels and technical product information
- Hands-on experience writing SOPs and managing a QMS
- Experience handling CAPA, complaints and continuous improvement
- Knowledge of standards such as BRCGS, FSSC 22000, SALSA or GMP
- The ability to enter a new business, assess priorities quickly and work with limited supervision
- Strong attention to detail and a practical, collaborative approach
Previous people-management experience is not essential. The priority is someone with the technical knowledge and confidence to make an immediate contribution.
The opportunity
This is an opportunity to support a growing, purpose-led business at an important stage of its development.
The company is open to discussing both interim day-rate arrangements and salaried fixed-term contracts, depending on experience and availability.
Apply today or contact Louis at Found Food & Drink for a confidential conversation.
Interim Technical & Compliance Manager in Lewes employer: Found Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Join a dynamic and expanding manufacturer in Rochester, Kent, where you can thrive in a fast-paced production environment while contributing to innovative projects. With a strong focus on employee development, this company offers a supportive work culture, competitive salary, and the chance to grow your skills alongside new automated technologies. Embrace the opportunity for a stable, long-term career in a business that values quality and teamwork.
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