Manager, Regulatory Affairs

ABOUT US

At the heart of AG1 lies a commitment to our mission to empower people to take ownership of their health. Since 2010, we've dedicated ourselves to bringing Foundational Nutrition to people around the world. 

Our ethos is deeply rooted in science, with an unwavering dedication to continuous improvement. We leverage and contribute to the latest research to deliver a powerful, straightforward solution for optimal health to our customers. We harness the finest ingredients so that every scoop of AG1 gives you the nutrients you need with the simplicity you want in a daily routine.

Likewise, our organization puts the same energy into creating an environment that is a reflection of the cultural values that define who we are and how we work together. These seven values— One Spectacular Life, Customer Obsessed, Radical Ownership, High Performance, Courage, Amazing Humans and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence —are a representation of the high standards we set, and hold ourselves accountable to, when it comes to building our global team.

THE ROLE

AG1 is seeking a highly organized and collaborative Manager, Regulatory Affairs to support AG1 growth by ensuring that our products are manufactured, labeled, and marketed in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws.  This is a newly created role that will be responsible for navigating regulatory frameworks, primarily in the EU, UK, and other key global regions, while also supporting US regulatory activities as needed. The role will ensure compliance with market-specific regulatory requirements, product registrations and global market expansion. Strong attention to detail and exceptional communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively with global cross-functional teams.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs, the Manager, Regulatory Affairs will help grow the Regulatory Affairs Department by working with global business stakeholders, including our Supply Chain, Quality, Research, Nutrition & Innovation (RNI) and Customer Happiness Teams, to determine regulatory strategies and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.  The ideal candidate is experienced in working with global cross-functional teams to ensure that regulatory processes are enacted quickly and effectively. This position requires the ability to learn rapidly, navigate complex issues and drive continuous improvement, and enthusiastically work with others in a very diverse and fast paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LLDO

• Partner with RNI, Supply Chain/Procurement and Quality Departments to provide guidance on international formulation compliance, labeling, and marketing claims in accordance with regional laws and guidelines.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external consultants that work on supporting compliance reviews for our international product portfolio.
• Integrate Regulatory timelines into the product development timelines to ensure end-to-end review and compliance of our current and future product iterations.
• Gather and review raw material/finished product information required for the development of label information to create applicable preliminary supplement fact reports.
• Manage the creation, review, and approval of Label Specification Sheets (LSS), including supplement panels, ingredient/allergen statements and required warnings/disclosures for existing and emerging markets.  Initiate LSS documents and gain approvals from Cross Functional team; manage process and approved documents.  
• Collaborate with cross-functional, and cross-market, AG1 teams to inspect label artwork for accuracy and compliance against Label Specification Sheets, share recommended changes and collect the necessary approval(s) of all international artwork.
• Effectively manage the product registration submissions for our core and innovation products across multiple jurisdictions, in partnership with Quality and Legal leadership.
• Manage post-market surveillance regulatory activities, when applicable across global markets.
• Assist with documenting processes and procedures for the Regulatory Affairs team, as well as supporting policy development through research and recommendations on positions related to labeling and regulatory.
• Stay up to date with evolving regulatory requirements across the globe, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and standards (e.g., US, EU, UK, APAC, LATAM).
• Support our culture of Continuous Improvement by helping identify waste/inefficiencies/errors in systems and processes, assessing root causes, and then working with the teams to eliminate the issues.
• Perform other duties as needed.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Regulatory Affairs, Food Science, Nutrition, Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of demonstrated International Regulatory Affairs experience (EU, UK and other global regions).
• Science background preferred, with understanding of technical documents such as Certificates of Analysis, Certificates of Composition, Safety Data Sheets, Certifications, etc.
• Strong knowledge of international dietary supplement regulations, specifically EFSA. MPI, MedSafe, TGA, CFDA, and other relevant authorities a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in ingredient, formula and label review.
• Excellent team player with a demonstrated ability to successfully participate in cross-functional teams, with the ability to summarize and communicate risk and technical details in a business-friendly way.
• Strong attention to detail and a proven ability in managing time and tasks associated with fast-paced organization.
• Experience improving processes in order to enable business growth at scale.
• A person who is excited at the prospect of helping build a Regulatory Affairs Team, embracing any opportunity to “roll up their sleeves” to achieve desired outcomes.
• Skilled in forming relationships with and working with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, in a remote-first or remote-only environment that is multiple geography and multiple time zones.
• Sound critical thinking skills. You can identify opportunities, anticipate challenges and gaps, and contingency plan accordingly.
• Strong attention to detail and a proven ability in managing time and tasks associated with fast-paced organization.
• Strong interpersonal, written communication, and organizational skills.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentive plans.
• A 100% remote working environment (excluding Laboratory positions), which has been implemented from day one.
• A strong company culture that is enforced through the hiring process to ensure values alignment and a highly collaborative team.
• A mission-driven approach to everything that we do, with an overall goal to significantly improve our customers’ health and wellness.
• A high-growth, dynamic environment with opportunities for your direct impact to be felt.
• Paid holidays, company-wide mental health days, and unlimited PTO.
• In-person team meetups for optimal collaboration, team building and accelerating productivity.
• A work environment and culture that is based on high performance, productivity and continuous improvement. 
• The opportunity to work with passionate, high-growth, business-minded colleagues who bring their all to our mission each and every day.
• A free monthly subscription to AG1, and access to additional swag. 
• Monthly telecom stipend to offset some of the costs of home internet/wifi for eligible team members. 
• All other benefits and insurances as required by law, based on your specific country of residence.

AG1 is dedicated to providing equitable and competitive compensation & benefits packages. For this particular role, the base salary range is $90,000.00 - $115,000.00  and will ultimately be decided at the offer stage, based on an individual candidate’s level of skills and experience aligned with the needs of this role. Base salary is one component of total compensation for this position. We provide a competitive mix of base salary, performance bonus, and stock option allocation for eligible roles.

AG1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to inspiring fulfilling lives, starting with a focus on health and we believe this starts in the workplace. We do this by providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where all team members can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and make a difference in the world together. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. We are an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.