Senior Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs (Hybrid Role - New York)

Olaplex•New York, NY

2h•$130,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

OLAPLEX is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs, to lead international registration activities and support global market access for its product portfolio. Reporting to the Vice President of Regulatory and Safety, this role is the primary contact for international regulatory matters and a key partner to cross-functional teams. The role provides regulatory guidance, strategy, and execution support to help ensure timely, compliant product launches worldwide. The Senior Manager will serve as the international regulatory lead on cross-functional projects, develop and execute regulatory strategies and timelines, and provide subject-matter expertise on global requirements for product launches. This includes guidance and approvals for labeling, packaging, and marketing; claims review and substantiation; and global formulation and raw material compliance assessments in partnership with R&D and Safety. The role monitors and communicates regulatory intelligence, supports compliance with international regulations, state laws, and sustainability-related requirements, and oversees new mandatory requirements such as facility registration, product listing, and enhanced adverse event reporting. It also drives process improvements, standardizes regulatory workflows, provides stakeholder training and day-to-day consultation, manages and develops direct reports, and represents OLAPLEX in external industry and regulatory forums. This is a hybrid role in New York. The annual base salary is $130,000–$170,000, with eligibility for an annual bonus. OLAPLEX describes a collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on regulatory excellence, process improvement, and enabling business success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 8 years of experience in global regulatory affairs, with a strong focus on international registration requirements and support for cosmetic products.
Deep knowledge of global cosmetic regulations, labeling requirements, and claims compliance.
Demonstrated experience supporting global product launches and market access strategies.
Strong understanding of raw material and formulation compliance.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
Experience managing or mentoring team members.
Strong strategic thinking and execution capabilities.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Continuous-improvement mindset focused on process simplification and efficiency.
Ability to manage complexity and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and a global perspective.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a scientific or related field.
Experience with regulatory intelligence and sustainability-related regulations.

Responsibilities

Lead global product registrations and market entry as the international regulatory lead on cross-functional project teams.
Develop, communicate, and execute regulatory strategies, requirements, and timelines for efficient and compliant global launches.
Provide regulatory guidance and approvals for labeling, packaging, and marketing to support global product compliance.
Conduct global claims reviews to ensure alignment with applicable regulations and substantiation standards.
Oversee claims substantiation and ensure marketing claims are supported by sufficient scientific evidence.
Oversee global formulation and raw material compliance assessments in partnership with R&D and Safety teams.
Monitor, interpret, and communicate global regulatory intelligence, translating it into actionable guidance for stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with international regulations, state laws, and sustainability-related regulatory requirements.
Support regulatory aspects of sustainability initiatives, including evolving environmental and ingredient-related requirements.
Oversee new mandatory requirements, including facility registration, product listing, and enhanced adverse event reporting.
Identify and implement improvements to regulatory workflows to enhance efficiency, scalability, and clarity.
Simplify and standardize ways of working across cross-functional teams.
Drive internal initiatives to improve regulatory operations, documentation, and communication practices.
Act as the primary liaison among R&D, Marketing, Legal, Sales, and Supply Chain to align product launches with regulatory timelines.
Develop and deliver ongoing regulatory training for cross-functional stakeholders.
Provide day-to-day regulatory support and consultation to business partners.
Lead, manage, and develop direct reports, providing mentorship and performance oversight.
Represent the company in industry associations, working groups, and regulatory forums.

Benefits

Eligibility for an annual bonus.
Flexible paid time off.
11 paid holidays.
Flexible work schedules.
Company contribution to medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
Company-paid employee life insurance.
Optional additional life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage options.
Up to 18 weeks of parental leave for birthing parents and up to 10 weeks for non-birthing new parents.
Roth and 401(k) plans with a 100% match up to the first 4%, immediately vested.
Professional Development Reimbursement Program.
Opportunity to participate in the Bond Builder DEI committee.
Twenty free products per year.
Friends and family discount.