Fragrance Safety Scientist

Unilever

Fragrance Safety Scientist

Salary Not Specified

Unilever, Lower Bebington, Wirral

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 6aaddf62f1204ab4901a019cfce5fb84

Full Job Description

To deliver this ambition a new Safety & Regulatory Science team is being created which will be at the forefront of our fragrance transformation journey. You will work closely with the Fragrance Safety & Regulatory Science team by supporting the development and implementation of Unilever's Safety & Regulatory strategy, ensuring that our fragrances not only captivate but also comply with the highest safety and regulatory standards.,

  • Work with colleagues in the Fragrance Safety & Regulatory Science team to deliver the Unilever fragrance Safety & Regulatory strategy.

  • Conduct comprehensive safety assessments of fragrance ingredients and formulations to ensure their safety in Unilever products

  • Develop and apply non-animal safety assessment capability to enable the marketing of Unilever fragrances

  • Collaborate with cross functional teams including R&D to deliver a roadmap that incorporates safety requirements to support the development of a future-proof fragrance portfolio.

  • Collaborate with fragrance suppliers, trade associations and other external organisations to ensure a freedom to innovate for Unilever fragrances.

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of a 'future-fit' data management and documentation system for fragrance regulatory compliance.

  • Actively monitor and manage emerging issues and trends related to fragrance safety.

    We are looking for the right candidate who will have a growth mindset and will embrace the opportunity to build a new team within an integrated and cross functional Unilever fragrance capability.


  • You must have significant regulatory science experience in the fragrance and/or FMCG industries, preferably globally.


  • Minimum BSc in Toxicology, Biochemistry, Biological Science or equivalent.
  • Experience of applying non-animal New Approach Methodologies is desirable.

  • Experience of internal cross functional collaboration.

  • Experience of external collaboration such as within Trade Associations or Regulatory Authorities is desirable.

  • Excellent communication skills especially communicating technical topics to non-expert audiences.

  • Ability to take the initiative and being proactive to get things done.

  • Ability to work in an international team.

    Unilever is one of the world's leading suppliers of Food, Home and Personal Care products with sales in over 190 countries and reaching 2 billion consumers a day. Unilever has more than 400 brands found in homes around the world, including Persil, Omo, Dove, Knorr, Domestos, Hellmann's, Wall's, Ben & Jerry's, Marmite, Magnum and Lynx. Faced with the daunting issues of climate change and the need for human development, we want to move towards a connected world where everyone can live well and within the natural limits of the planet. That's why our purpose is "to make sustainable living commonplace".


  • As one of the world's largest users of Fragrances, we recognise that creating exceptional fragrances is at the heart of delivering extraordinary consumer experiences and driving world-leading products. Superior fragrances play a critical role in the delivery of unmissable superiority for Unilever. To support this, we have embarked on a fragrance transformation journey to deliver world-class fragrances for our Personal Care, Beauty & Wellbeing and Home Care Business Groups. This transformation will consist of expert fragrance teams with the skills to design and formulate winning fragrances., Unilever is one of the world's leading suppliers of Food, Home and Personal Care products with sales in over 190 countries and reaching 2 billion consumers a day. Unilever has more than 400 brands found in homes around the world, including Dove, Tresemme, Lynx, Lifebuoy, Shea Moisture, Persil, Domestos, Ben & Jerry's, Magnum, Marmite, The Vegetarian Butcher, Graze and Pot Noodle.

    Faced with the challenge of climate change and the need for human development, we want to move towards a world where everyone can live well and within the natural limits of the planet. That's why our purpose is 'to make sustainable living commonplace'

    Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, a discounted staff shop and shares. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment.

    Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.

    Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better business performance. We want to push boundaries, and have the flexibility needed to keep adapting in an ever-changing, more dynamic world. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

    As part of your hiring journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments, to improve your recruitment experience.