Compliance Specialist

The goal of this team is to ensure innovation and supply at the right price, with sustainability and quality as our guiding stars in product development. Are you ready to join them with your expertise?

At Rituals, quality and product safety are at the heart of everything we do. Every product must not only delight our customers but also meet the highest global standards of safety and compliance. As our new Compliance Specialist, you help safeguard that promise, ensuring every item we bring to market is worthy of the trust placed in our brand.

As a Compliance Specialist, you play a key role in ensuring that Rituals products are legally compliant, safe, and ready for launch in all markets where we operate. You will be part of the Quality team within the Sourcing, Quality & Regulatory (SQR) department: the team responsible for verifying product performance, validating specifications, and securing compliance across our assortment.

In this role, you work closely with suppliers and internal teams to manage compliance documentation, interpret legislation, and support the continuous improvement of our processes. You act as our internal expert on product compliance, providing clear guidance, removing ambiguity, and enabling teams to make confident, compliant decisions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining detailed regulatory work with cross-functional collaboration and who gains energy from ensuring that every Rituals product meets our uncompromising standards of safety and quality.

Key Result Areas

Professional Development & Advisory

• Stay up to date on relevant product legislation in close collaboration with our Regulatory Affairs team and translate developments into clear advice for the business.
• Guide Sourcing, Supply Planning, and Innovation teams on compliance processes and requirements.
• Act as the Compliance representative in rework operations projects, ensuring changes continue to meet evolving legislation.
• Serve as a business ambassador for product safety and legal compliance, supporting teams with clarity and expertise.
• Act as the main point of contact for local market surveillance authorities for your assigned categories.

Documentation & Quality Assurance

• Review and approve artworks to ensure all legal and safety information is accurate and complete prior to market release.
• Request, assess, and maintain Product Information Files (PIFs) and other documentation demonstrating compliance with EU and international legislation.
• Provide Innovation teams with compliant artwork briefings for all markets.
• Review and sign off packaging documentation to ensure alignment with PPWD and PPWR requirements.

Bring all of you

The requirements for this role are:

• Degree in chemistry, law, or equivalent experience and training.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Compliance or Regulatory Affairs, preferably within cosmetics or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of EU and international legislation (EU Cosmetics Regulation, CLP, REACH).
• Experience in packaging compliance (PPWD/PPWR) is a strong advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with structure and calm.
• Excellent planning and project management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to simplify complex requirements.
• A collaborative team player with clear communication and a supportive mindset.

This role is based out our Central Head Office (Herengracht) in Amsterdam. While flexible working is possible, we value strong on-site collaboration to align quickly and work effectively across teams. Because we believe in the power of connection with ourselves, each other and the world around us, we work 80 percent from the office and 20 percent from home. Together, we bring our brand philosophy to life by transforming everyday routines into meaningful moments.

Benefits of working at Rituals

• Unique opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Staff discount on Rituals products
• Attractive bonus
• Flexible working hours tailored to your personal rhythm
• Company & team events