Compliance and Sustainability Lead

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Product Compliance and Sustainability Lead to establish and drive compliance and sustainability initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment in Aldershot. This strategic and hands-on role is ideal for someone with 3+ years of experience in product compliance, regulatory affairs, or sustainability looking to build and shape a new function from the ground up.

Benefits:

Competitive salary
31 days of holiday (including public holidays)
Workplace pension scheme
Annual leave purchase scheme
Referral bonus
Year of Service (YOS) recognition initiative
Office-based with a collaborative, supportive team culture
Opportunity to make a tangible impact in shaping sustainability and compliance functionsKey Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with applicable UK and EU product legislation, including REACH, RoHS, WEEE, and the General Product Safety Regulation (GSPR).
Liaise with suppliers to gather accurate compliance documentation and product conformity data.
Maintain and manage technical files, declarations, safety data sheets, and certification records.
Respond to compliance-related customer queries in a timely and professional manner.
Monitor and interpret regulatory changes, providing internal guidance and updates.
Lead the development of a sustainability roadmap, including setting targets and defining reporting mechanisms.
Identify and implement sustainable materials, packaging options, and eco-friendly production methods.
Integrate sustainability considerations into product design and supply processes.
Ensure accurate environmental claims through data verification and compliance with applicable standards.
Act as the central point of contact for compliance and sustainability-related inquiries.
Provide training and guidance across teams to build internal awareness and accountability.
Develop tools for tracking compliance and sustainability performance, ensuring readiness for audits and customer requests.
Collaborate on new product development to assess compliance risks and sustainability impact.
Perform risk assessments for new product styles, evaluating testing requirements, supplier suitability, and feasibility.
Coordinate product documentation and manage final compliance sign-off before production.Essential Skills & Experience:

Minimum 3 years' experience in product compliance, regulatory affairs, or sustainability.
Strong knowledge of UK/EU regulations (e.g. REACH, GSPR) and ability to interpret technical documentation.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearly to varied audiences.
High attention to detail and strong documentation management skills.
Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with compliance tracking systems or databases.Desirable:

Exposure to ISO 14001 or other environmental management systems.
Experience with consumer goods, food-contact items, or electronic product compliance is a plus