Sr. Associate, Regulatory Affairs

The Hain Celestial Group

4d•$70,000 - $92,500•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Associate, Regulatory Affairs is responsible for ensuring that all products, labels, and marketing claims comply with applicable regulatory requirements across domestic and international markets. This role supports product innovation and commercialization by providing regulatory guidance, managing submissions, and partnering cross-functionally to mitigate compliance risk while enabling speed to market. The position contributes to maintaining the company’s reputation for quality, safety, and transparency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, Chemistry, Nutrition, or related scientific field
3–5+ years of regulatory affairs experience in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG), food & beverage, or dietary supplements industry
Strong knowledge of U.S. regulatory frameworks (FDA, USDA, FTC)
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in regulatory review and documentation
Solid understanding of food labeling regulations and claims substantiation
Ability to interpret complex regulations and translate into actionable guidance
Effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency in regulatory information systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to risk mitigation

Nice To Haves

Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) or equivalent
Experience with international regulations (e.g., EU, Canada, APAC)
Prior experience supporting product launches in a fast-paced CPG environment

Responsibilities

Review and approve food and dietary supplement labels, packaging, and marketing materials for compliance with FDA, USDA, FTC, and international regulations
Interpret and apply global regulatory (focus on USA and Canada) requirements to support product development, reformulations, and market expansions
Prepare and manage documentation, submissions, and notifications to regulatory bodies and 3rd party certifiers as required
Maintain 3rd party certifications for respective businesses, including USDA Organic, GFCO, Kosher, and Non-GMO Project
Partner with R&D, Quality, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure regulatory alignment throughout the product lifecycle
Monitor and communicate changes in regulatory requirements and industry standards
Support audits, inspections, and responses to regulatory inquiries
Maintain regulatory databases and documentation systems
Assess ingredient compliance and support new ingredient approvals or reviews
Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on regulatory policies and best practices
Assist in risk assessments and issue resolution related to compliance matters