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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
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Regulatory Affairs Specialist
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About this Position
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our team. This role will support regulatory operations across key product categories throughout South America, ensuring full compliance with local and regional regulations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks in the region, preferably within industries such as cosmetics, personal care, or pharmaceuticals, and demonstrate the ability to optimize manual and operational processes using technology and automation tools.
What you´ll do
- Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, compile, and submit regulatory dossiers in compliance with health authorities across South America (e.g., INVIMA, ANVISA, DIGEMID, ISP).
- Ensure timely registration, renewal, and post-marketing maintenance of products in multiple countries and categories.
- Monitor and interpret regulatory requirements in each country, keeping internal stakeholders informed of relevant updates and changes.
- Liaise with internal departments such as R&D, marketing, and supply chain to ensure regulatory strategies align with broader business objectives.
- Support product claims validation and labeling compliance in alignment with each market’s regulations.
- Assist in implementing digital tools to streamline documentation, data management, and submissions.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process automation and regulatory tech adoption.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
- 2+ years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, ideally within cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods industries.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory environments across South American countries, including but not limited to Colombia (e.g., INVIMA), Brazil (e.g., ANVISA), and others.
- Familiarity with international regulations is an advantage.
- Intermediate to advanced English – must be able to hold conversations and communicate clearly in both verbal and written form.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of digital tools and AI technologies for process optimization is a plus.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, multicultural environment.
- Experience in regulatory submissions using electronic systems or platforms.
- Interest or experience in digital transformation, AI tools, or process automation for regulatory tasks.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 25081692
Job Locations: Colombia, Distrito Capital De Bogotá, Bogotá
Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment.LATAM@henkel.com
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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