Ice Cream Regulatory Affairs Associate

Job Title: Ice Cream Regulatory Affairs Associate
Location: Malaysia

Overview

We are committed to ensure that our products are compliant with legislation and that clear information is provided on their use and any risks that are associated with their use. To translate this mission efficiently into action, and to ensure that we comply with its own high standards as well as with the technical aspects of legislation, we are looking for a talented Regulatory Affair who will play a crucial role in ensuring our products comply with all relevant regulations and standards. This person will be responsible for basic regulatory pillars that are : Compliance & Innovation support in the country and will work closely with internal stakeholders and minimal interact with external stakeholders, to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and support the successful launch of new ice cream products. 

Main purpose of the job, accountabilities and key tasks :

Coordinates product compliance in the country : Manages product compliance implementation in the country and ensures the execution of local regulation by check artwork & label information Contributes to the assessment of regulatory compliance related to sourcing unit change Be the first point of contact for local regulatory and compliance requirements, support implementation of changed/new legislation in relevant products and contributes to/give training to relevant team

Support the regulatory strategy, organisation and guidance for the innovation projects  in a country: Deliver regulatory input to the innovation projects (covering labelling compliance including product claim) which will be combined with other input from other functions and review/assessment in the LCF (pre lock) Contributes to Regional Asia RA network & BU network to update on country regulatory related matters such as :

• What going on in markets /challenges in/out

• Regulatory summaries on updated country specific areas (halal, import permit, DVS, etc)

• Competitor monitoring

• Information on country regulatory news
  

When needed, help to connect with local regulatory consultants and/or external regulatory experts related to the innovation projects and/or country regulation. Working with RA lead to implement the strategy.

Be the RA contact to support on specific topic needed for the country: Monitors the external environment in the country & liaise with regional RA lead Help to support company position in the face of new regulations or amendment in regulations Support the advocacy effort on regulation/legislation harmonization through local industry association & liaise with regional RA lead

Profile :

• Bachelor/Master degree in Science or equivalent degree

• Good communication skills in English, both written and verbal

• Experience in local regulations/legislations (ice cream/confectionery, foods)

• Good in attitudes and able to manage stakeholders professionally

• Ability to liaise with other functions internally and with Authorities externally

• Have a basic knowledge of interpretation on country regulations

• Basic knowledge in advocacy and negotiation skills;

• Attention to details, very-well organised, and logical/systematic thinking

About Ice Cream

Ice Cream houses have some of the most iconic brands in the world – Magnum, Wall’s, and Ben & Jerry’s. As the largest ice cream company in the world, we have over 100 years of experience in spreading joy and happiness. The ice-Cream brand creates happier moments within the communities where we operate and continually innovate to bring ice creams that excite.  

Who we are looking for

Ice Cream plays a key role in driving strong growth momentum in the region and we need great people to help us achieve it. We are looking for a driven, proactive, creative and resourceful Assistant Brand Manager who will make this ideal future a reality for the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for building stronger purpose-driven brand equity for our brands (“Happy People, Happy Planet”), driving brand power, innovation, branding, communication, and performance tracking and ensuring excellent consumer experience across the full funnel and partnering with markets for strategy deployment to propel the growth of Ice-Cream. The culture is key and we are looking for someone who enjoys bringing their best self to work and their team. 

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.