Job Description

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognised brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programmes that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Information at a Glance
Job Title:  Regulatory Associate
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  12/08/2025
On-site

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #168693 - Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

 

Brief introduction - Role Summary/Purpose


This position is responsible for assisting with the regulatory affairs activities of India Extended Hub, providing support for product registrations and maintenance of product compliance throughout the whole life-cycle for cosmetics, medical devices, home care products, medicinal products and also for any other category of products, for this region. This position will report to the Regulatory Affairs Lead, India Extended Hub.  
 
Responsibilities

Support India Extended Hub Regulatory Affairs programs and activities for new product registration and life-cycle management of CP portfolio, including but not limited to, product registration renewals, variations, notifications and/or new license applications.

  • Assist in the implementation of the regulatory strategy defined at Regional and/or Global level, and report regularly the progress to India Extended Hub Regulatory Affairs Lead with relevant KPIs, particularly in terms of timelines, status of supportive data required from other functions and dossier preparation.

  • Work closely with the Global Regulatory Operation team to compile documents and information required for high quality and successful submissions, license renewals and annual registrations, and maintenance of product registration dossiers for authorities.

  • Assist in preparing submissions to Competent Authorities, for timely approval of new products and life-cycle submissions.

  • Track outstanding documentation and notify the India Extended Hub Regulatory Affairs Lead in a timely manner.

  • Inform India Extended Hub Regulatory Affairs Lead of upcoming renewals and commitments in a timely manner. 

  • Assist in the electronic submission of product dossiers, variations and responses to Competent Authorities.

  • Update and maintain product registration and ingredients archives, databases and tracking tools.

  • Upload and maintain technical files/dossier databases for the products.

  • Assist in the preparation of Regulatory Standard Operation Procedures, and in keeping track of revision dates.

  • Ensure proper electronic archiving of all documents submitted to and received from Competent Authorities, as well as accurate and timely data update of regulatory compliance databases and tools for assigned products. 

  • Assist with artwork review and approval as instructed by the direct manager.

  • Understand current regulations, guidelines and standards relevant to ensure compliance to the applicable regulatory and corporate standards/requirements (cosmetics, medical devices, medicinal products, home care products, etc.)

  • Ensure that the content, organization and overall quality of all regulatory documents are adequate and compliant with local/regional regulatory requirements, commitments and agreements. 

  • Track Competent Authority websites and databases for news related to regulatory developments.

  • Assist India Extended Hub Regulatory team to deliver and manage RA assessments. 

  • Assist India Extended Hub Regulatory team to deliver Regulatory training and contribute to the Regulatory training plan and modules.

  • Collaborate closely with the Regulatory Operations team to ensure timely and accurate execution of assigned tasks.

  • Ensure participation in key meetings for the regulatory function and provide timely feedback.

 

Required  Qualifications
  • Minimum, Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Life Sciences or relevant education.  

  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs, quality or product development in pharmaceutical, medical devices or similar FMCG/CPG companies.

  • Understanding of/exposure to the registration and regulatory requirements in India. Knowledge of the requirements of other countries in the hub will be an added advantage. 

  • Knowledge of industry practices, techniques and standards.

  • Knowledge and experience with medicinal products and medical devices is an advantage.

  • Excellent computer skills, which includes working with electronic databases, eCTD software, MS Office applications (working with templates, and editing and formatting complex documents), Adobe Acrobat Standard or Professional, Internet and Intranet, Google Suite, SAP, DMS, and Authority Regulatory databases and portals for managing changes and submissions.

 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Good written and verbal communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.

  • Good planning and organizing skills.

  • Fluency in spoken and written English.


Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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