Compliance Specialist

Join our Quality & Compliance team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.

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Position: Compliance Specialist

Department: Quality & Compliance – Beauty & Wellness

Work Location: Marlborough, MA

Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations. 

What you will be doing:

The Compliance Specialist role is to submit testing for new products, product expirations, and material/process changes to meet market-specific testing requirements. The process will include reviewing and approving quotations to ensure costs are within the approved Compliance Budget, sample coordination, and filling out the Test request form.

Upload all active third-party lab test reports, Factory BOMs, and Regulatory Standards in the product database for records.

Work cross-functionally with Product Teams, Regulatory and Sales to support any compliance-related tasks and communicate any product issues/concerns. Build Documents of Conformity for all Beauty & Wellness products.

• Coordinate third‑party laboratory testing, including connecting suppliers, submitting test requests, securing and approving quotes, and managing ongoing lab relationships.

• Review, approve, and manage test reports, including revisions, uploads to the database, tracking historical testing, monitoring expirations, and planning quarterly retesting.

• Maintain accurate testing and compliance records to ensure all product claims and retail packaging claims are fully supported by third‑party testing.

• Partner with APO and product teams to identify market‑specific compliance requirements and ensure product safety considerations are addressed throughout product development and launch.

• Coordinate the review and approval of new and existing products, product manuals, and product literature to ensure compliance with applicable US and EU regulations and standards.

• Stay current on legislative changes, regulatory guidelines, and industry standards through ongoing research and participation in third‑party lab webinars.

• Lead cross‑functional collaboration during the product launch cycle and serve as the point of contact for product safety‑related customer inquiries.

• Manage compliance policies, SOPs, price sheets, and audit claims to confirm appropriate testing is in place.

• Establish and lead recurring meetings with third‑party labs to review testing projects, timelines, and outstanding issues.

Skills Needed to be Successful:

• Ability to manage multiple projects and solve problems effectively.

• Ability to interpret technical information and communicate testing status, risks, and gaps.

• Ability to collaborate across functions and global time zones.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.

• 1-2 years of experience with consumer product/material safety compliance program management experience.

• Ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment and a diverse range of products.

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to evolving priorities.

• Solid experience with Office Suite: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience with regulatory testing (chemical and labeling).

• Knowledge of product compliance processes and the interplay with global supply chains.

• Experience with global regulatory requirements such as CPSIA, FDA, CCPSA, RSL, REACH, ASTM, etc.

• A mix of compliance and project management experience

• Writing and editing on either a public or Internal/organizational level.

• Experience with technical or fact-based writing.

• Experience with maintaining a library of documents in databases.

In Massachusetts, the standard base pay range for this role is $60,000 - $75,000 annually. This base pay range is specific to Massachusetts and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment.  We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process.  If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000. 

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.