Global Regulatory Affairs Lead, Wellbeing Collective

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WHO ARE WE?

We are the Global Wellbeing Collective focused on one of Unilever’s largest growth opportunities – the €140bn Wellbeing space defined by Vitamins, Minerals, and Supplements (VMS).

OUR BUSINESS:

Unilever’s Wellbeing Collective Group (WBC) holds the company’s health and wellness brands and the portfolio of brands that includes Equilibra (Italy) and US acquired brands Olly, Liquid IV, Nutrafol, SmartyPants, Welly and Onnit. Each brand is completely unique and focused on giving consumers superior experiences within their respective spaces and target segments. We are committed to continuing to grow this strategic business for Unilever by leveraging the full strength of Unilever’s capabilities and expanding the reach of our portfolio internationally.

We work in an agile, fast-moving environment, collaboratively within the team and with our Unilever colleagues around the world. We work in a project-based, networked way where everyone needs to be able to take a step back and think strategically, as well as roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty, to be entrepreneurial and experiment, as well as bring in the best of Unilever and work the structures of a large company, and to take charge and lead, as well as follow and support others.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Are you excited to lead global regulatory strategy for a fast-growing health supplement business? If so, Global Regulatory Affairs Lead, Wellbeing Collective could be an ideal role for you!

As Global Regulatory Affairs Lead, Wellbeing Collective you will be responsible for developing and directing the global regulatory strategy, objectives, policies, and programs related to the development and marketing of health supplements (VMS/ Dietary Supplement/ Food Supplement) to create, grow and protect the business. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Global Regulatory Strategy & Innovation

Build a unified, scalable regulatory capability across a diverse portfolio of acquired businesses and international organization.

Develop and Champion Strategy: Define and execute the comprehensive, long-term regulatory strategy for Wellbeing portfolio globally, ensuring alignment with commercial goals.

Drive Innovation Pipeline: Serve as the regulatory lead in the global innovation process, providing scientific and regulatory input for new product development, and market entry, including claims support.

Opportunity Identification: Proactively monitor regulatory trends and intelligence to identify new product opportunities and potential risks, presenting actionable recommendations to the Wellbeing Collective Operating Companies and International Teams.

Set Standards: Set standards and decision-making frameworks for global compliant labeling, claims, and marketing communications. Develop SOPs, define performance metrics, and guide teams on regulatory best practices.

International Expansion: Direct and manage regulatory procedures worldwide, including dossier preparation, label development and claims support, and global marketing applications. Provide oversight for preparation and delivery of materials for regulatory agency meetings and inspections.

Provides a vision and leadership for Policy and Regulation to assure that appropriate Wellbeing representation in external advocacy activities and industry forums is achieved.

Participates in due diligence and provides regulatory advice and perspective on all potential licensing and M&A deals

Portfolio Maintenance & Compliance Oversight

Brand Portfolio Accountability: Act as the regulatory portfolio owner, ensuring timely and compliant maintenance of the Wellbeing Portfolio.

Risk Management: Proactively identify and communicate potential regulatory risks, offering clear mitigation options.

Quality & Process Excellence: Ensure all activities adhere to Wellbeing Quality Management System standards, while actively seeking opportunities to streamline and improve regulatory processes.

Strategic Partnership & Leadership

Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as the definitive Regulatory voice in core internal committees, acting as a strategic partner to R&D, Supply Chain, Quality Commercial, and Operations teams.

Problem Solving: Lead the analysis of complex regulatory challenges, providing clear, solution-oriented recommendations and securing necessary endorsements from Wellbeing Operating Companies and Unilever Regulatory Leadership.

Global Network Coordination: Build and manage effective interactions with Country Regulatory teams, providing consistent advice, leveraging synergies and ensuring timely communication to manage workload and local compliance.

Regulatory Intelligence: Monitor external regulatory intelligence, sharing critical insights and alerts with relevant internal stakeholders

Regulatory Advocacy: Assist in the development and execution of advocacy campaigns, including drafting policy materials, coordinating lobbying activities, and supporting participation in industry coalitions and public forums to support Wellbeing interests and leading position.

Lead Digital Regulatory Strategy development and implementation for Wellbeing. Oversee and monitor adherence to global regulatory systems (e.g., Veeva) for the Wellbeing Portfolio.

Lead & Mentor: Hires, develops and manages a high-quality regulatory team.

Leads by example, an integrated leader that helps expedite program development & product approvals, while adhering to all regulatory requirements. Provide expert guidance and mentor junior talent to build future capability.



WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?  

We’re seeking a seasoned regulatory leader with deep expertise in the health supplement or OTC industry and a proven ability to shape strategy in a global environment.

What you’ll bring:

Regulatory mastery – Extensive experience driving compliance and strategy in health supplement/OTC sectors.

Global perspective – Success working across diverse markets and cultures including international regulatory experience.

Strategic impact – Ability to turn complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable plans.

Technical strength – Skilled at interpreting scientific and regulatory documentation.

Leadership edge – Track record of leading teams, managing projects, and influencing stakeholders at all levels.

Who you are:

Bachelor's Degree in Science (e.g., Pharmacy/Pharm D, Biology, Chemistry) or a higher degree (Ph.D.). A specialized degree in Regulatory Affairs is highly desirable.

Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in Regulatory Affairs within the Consumer Healthcare or Nutraceutical industry.

Demonstrated success in developing and executing regulatory strategies for health products across multiple global regions and different product categories (ieg. Drugs, Food, VMS, Medical Devices).

Proven experience in a global lead regulatory role with a comprehensive understanding of regional regulatory requirements and dynamics across multiple regions (U.S., EU, and/or other international markets)

Strong knowledge of global regulatory requirements and submission formats

Proven experience managing complex regulatory deliverables across product lifecycle stages

Significant experience in interactions with FDA, EMA, and other global regulatory agencies

Deep understanding of the product development process for ingestible health products (eg. Nutraceuticals, vitamins, minerals and supplements)

Strong sense of urgency and ability to react decisively to regulatory alerts, product challenges, and sustainability trends.

Proven leadership ability to mentor and guide junior associates.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset for working in a global, matrixed environment.

If you’re ready to set the standard for regulatory excellence and make an impact on a global scale, we’d love to hear from you.

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