Packaging Data and Compliance Associate

Vestacy is a standalone company with a clear purpose: to transform houses into homes. We’re home to some of the world’s most trusted brands helping millions of people care for the spaces they live in every day. Backed by Advent, a leading global private equity firm, we have the freedom to think big and move fast. With almost 3,000 colleagues across 20+ countries, we see every person as a Founder, empowered to make bold decisions and shape what’s next.

In Research and Development, we’re full of highly skilled talents - all working to create cleaner homes. We continually seek out new opportunities by using science, our entrepreneurial flare and our fearless innovation to develop and enhance our existing portfolio, never compromising on quality or performance. We do the right thing, always, by ensuring we act with responsibility and integrity, by complying with regulatory legislation across the globe, whilst ensuring our products are safe for our consumers and are to the highest quality.

This position is a 12 months FTC. The responsibilities of a Packaging Data and Compliance Associate include:

• Ensuring that all packaging meets legal, safety, and company standards.
• Preparing documentation and data in line with regulatory requirements.
• Reviewing packaging specifications, designs, materials, and labels to ascertain compliance with EU PPWR regulations.
• Building EU PPWR Master Dossier documentation for full packaging consumer unit.
• Conducting recyclability assessments of the EU PPWR Master Dossier documentation for full packaging consumer unit.
• Assessing plastic packaging total assessment of Post Consumer Recyclate (PCR) average percentage for the EU PPWR Master Dossier documentation for full packaging consumer unit.
• Updating and maintaining EU PPWR dossier folders including supporting documentation from suppliers and assessments.
• Updating and maintaining dossier data including EPR risk score.
• Working closely with packaging teams, suppliers, and other related teams to ensure all packaging materials are safe, legal, and meet product-specific requirements.
• Staying up to date with changes in packaging regulations and guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate compliance records related to packaging materials.
• Communicating regulatory updates and potential risks to the Packaging Sustainability Manager.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives related to packaging sustainability and data accuracy.

The experience we’re looking for includes:

• Knowledge or experience in sourcing, screening and selecting candidates is a bonus.
• Capability to manage projects, large and small, with diligence and efficiency.
• Strong communication skills, capable of providing advice and best practice guidance.
• Aptitude for innovative thinking and an entrepreneurial attitude within scientific realms.
• Experience working under pressure, prioritising quality while delivering on deadlines.

The skills for success include R&D, Product Lifecycle Management, Commercial Awareness, Business Partnership, Collaboration, Partnership building, Ability to challenge the status quo, Propose improvement, Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical, Formulation, Science, Chemistry.

We believe great work deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer numerous local benefits and global benefits designed to help you grow and thrive, such as career mobility opportunities, a referral programme, access to our online learning academy, mental wellbeing support, and short-term bonus incentives.

We believe the best teams are built like great homes: on strong foundations and room to grow. That’s why we hire for potential as well as experience. If you resonate with our purpose, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t tick every box. We’re committed to equal opportunity for all, regardless of age, ability, background, identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Together, we create a space where everyone can thrive.