Senior Regulatory Food Specialist

Role Description The Senior Regulatory Food Specialist is a part-time, hybrid role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with flexibility to work from home for certain responsibilities. The specialist oversees compliance of food products and services with local and international regulatory standards, including labeling, safety, and quality requirements. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing product formulations, assessing ingredients for regulatory compliance, preparing and maintaining documentation for approvals and audits, and monitoring updates to relevant food regulations. The role collaborates with internal teams and external partners to provide guidance on compliant food preparation, packaging, and service processes, and supports training initiatives to ensure staff follow regulatory best practices. The specialist also analyzes compliance risks, supports inspections, and contributes to continuous improvement of food safety and quality systems.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Food Preparation and Cooking skills to understand practical production processes and their regulatory implications.
• Candidates should possess experience in Food & Beverage operations and Food Service to evaluate compliance across menus, kitchens, and service workflows.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills to clearly convey regulatory requirements, prepare reports, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and authorities.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000) and UAE/GCC food regulations, with experience interpreting and applying regulatory guidelines.
• Proven experience in a food regulatory, quality assurance, or food safety role, preferably within hospitality, manufacturing, or food service environments.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple regulatory projects simultaneously on a part-time schedule.
• Relevant academic background in Food Science, Nutrition, Public Health, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setup, coordinating on-site activities in Dubai and remote tasks, while maintaining high standards of integrity and compliance.