Product Safety and Compliance Specialist

Product Safety & Compliance Specialist Industry: Ecommerce & Consumer Products

Location:

York (On-site) Job Type: Full-time Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 The Opportunity An established and fast-growing ecommerce business within the consumer products sector is seeking a Product Safety & Compliance Specialist to take ownership of UK and EU product compliance across a diverse and expanding product portfolio. This is a hands-on role offering real influence, working closely with Buying, Product, and Operations teams to ensure products are safe, compliant, and ready for market.

You will also play a key role in strengthening and improving compliance processes as the business continues to scale.

Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of product compliance across UK and EU markets Interpret and apply relevant regulations, including: UKCA / CE marking requirements GPSR, EMC, LVD, RoHS, REACH Prepare, review, and maintain:
Technical Documentation Declarations of Conformity Assess supplier documentation and laboratory test reports, identifying gaps and recommending further testing where required Ensure all labelling, safety warnings, and user instructions meet regulatory standards Liaise directly with suppliers to obtain and validate compliance documentation Work cross-functionally with Buying and Product teams to embed compliance early in the product lifecycle Support responses to regulatory and marketplace compliance enquiries Maintain accurate compliance records and contribute to continuous process improvement Skills & Experience Required Experience in product compliance, product safety, quality assurance, or regulatory affairs within consumer goods or related industries Strong knowledge of UKCA and CE marking requirements Proven experience working with:
Technical Files Declarations of Conformity Supplier compliance documentation Experience reviewing test reports and identifying compliance risks Confident in engaging with and challenging suppliers when required High attention to detail and strong organisational skills Ability to manage multiple product categories and competing priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proactive and solution-oriented mindset Working Arrangements Full-time position (37.5 hours per week) Flexible start times between 08:00 - 09:30, with corresponding finish times Based on-site in York (5 days per week) Due to location, own transport is essential Benefits Private medical insurance and employee assistance programme Life insurance and income protection Enhanced annual leave  bank holidays Additional leave for long service Enhanced family leave policies Flexitime and work-life balance initiatives Cycle to work scheme Employee discounts and wellbeing support Free parking and regular company social events About the Business This organisation operates within the ecommerce and retail sector, supplying a broad portfolio of consumer products across home, lifestyle, and seasonal categories.

With a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement, the business is expanding its market presence both in the UK and internationally.