Pay Rate Low: 150 | Pay Rate High: 200

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Regulatory Affairs Consultant with a background in the cosmetics/personal care industry to provide short-term advisory support to a growing U.S.-based manufacturer.

The consultant will provide expert guidance related to MoCRA compliance and cosmetic manufacturing requirements as the company prepares to transition into a new facility and build out a small-scale manufacturing suite. The consultant will also assess an interim production area and advise whether, and under what conditions, it may be used for limited-volume commercial manufacturing.

This is a remote, project-based engagement requiring only a limited number of consulting hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the company's current operations and provide guidance regarding MoCRA compliance requirements and obligations.
• Identify applicable regulatory requirements associated with establishing and operating a small-scale cosmetics/personal care manufacturing facility.
• Advise on necessary regulatory documentation, procedures, records, and compliance controls.
• Provide guidance regarding cosmetic GMP requirements and industry best practices.
• Evaluate the proposed temporary manufacturing setup and advise on its suitability for producing small commercial batches.
• Identify compliance gaps, potential risks, and recommended actions that should be addressed before manufacturing begins.
• Provide a practical, prioritized roadmap for achieving and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Candidate Qualifications

• 10+ years of Regulatory Affairs or Regulatory Compliance experience, preferably at a senior/consultant level.
• Required: Direct professional experience within the cosmetics, beauty, skincare, or personal care industry.
• Strong working knowledge of MoCRA and U.S. FDA cosmetic regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on experience supporting or advising cosmetic/personal care manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of cosmetic GMPs, facility requirements, SOPs, documentation, recordkeeping, and quality systems.
• Experience with areas such as facility registration, product listing, safety substantiation, labeling, and adverse-event requirements.
• Experience assessing manufacturing environments and providing practical recommendations for small-scale or limited-batch production.
• Ability to quickly assess an organization's current state and translate regulatory requirements into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Available for a short-duration consulting engagement of several hours, with the potential for additional advisory support as needed.