Product Regulatory Counsel

Overview

Chanel is an independent, globally recognised French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrances and beauty. As an employer, Chanel combines artisanal craftsmanship with rigorous corporate governance, sustaining an international footprint while preserving the discretion and creative rigor associated with a family-owned luxury house.

Role & Responsibilities

• Ensure product regulatory compliance across relevant categories (beauty, fragrance, fashion and accessories) for markets where Chanel operates.
• Monitor national, European and international regulatory developments and assess their impact on product portfolios, labelling and marketing claims.
• Provide legal/regulatory advice to R&D, product development, quality, supply chain and marketing teams throughout product lifecycle stages.
• Draft, review and approve regulatory documentation, product information files, labels, claims and contractual clauses related to product compliance.
• Coordinate regulatory submissions and enquiries with competent authorities and external consultants; manage administrative correspondence and dossier updates.
• Advise on product safety, testing strategy and remediation plans in case of non-compliance or regulatory incidents; implement corrective actions.
• Contribute to internal compliance programmes, policies and training to embed regulatory requirements within cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Law (Master 2) or equivalent; specialisation in regulatory law, product safety, cosmetics law or compliance preferred.
• Strong knowledge of EU and international product regulations relevant to Chanel’s portfolio (e.g. EU Cosmetics Regulation, REACH and labelling rules).
• Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities; capacity to translate regulatory complexity into practical business guidance.
• Fluency in French with professional English legal proficiency recommended (language requirements not specified in source).
• Strong interpersonal skills and capability to work cross-functionally in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

Experience

Typically 3–6 years of professional experience in product regulatory affairs, in-house legal counsel or a regulatory consultancy within cosmetics, luxury goods, consumer products or pharmaceuticals.

Education

Master's degree in Law or equivalent; regulatory/compliance-focused postgraduate qualification preferred.

Culture

Chanel’s corporate environment reflects the atelier spirit: high standards, meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence. Teams operate in a discreet, collaborative and international setting where legal and regulatory functions partner closely with creative and technical departments to protect the brand while enabling innovation.