Project Manager Scientist

At Alliance, we're more than just a consumer healthcare company — we're a science-led, purpose-driven organisation specialising in advanced skincare and vitamins, minerals & supplements (VMS). We're on a bold journey of transformation and global growth, expanding our reach and bringing innovative, trusted brands to even more consumers worldwide.

If you thrive on challenge, innovation, and the opportunity to make a real difference — this is your moment.

Eligibility: You must be a permanent UK resident, as we are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Job Title:

Project Manager Scientist

Reporting To:

Global Regulatory Associate Director

Team:

Global Innovation and Scientific Affairs – Global Regulatory

Location:

Chippenham, Wiltshire

Contract:

Permanent, hybrid (2 days onsite)

The purpose of the Project Manager Scientist is

• Responsibility for leading cross-functional project teams in the successful delivery of global lead compliance initiatives.
• Ensuring that regulatory projects related to compliance are executed on time, within scope, and within budget.

What you'll be accountable for

• Generate and manage departmental Project Management tools, templates and SOP's, as required. Support users on their application.
• Provide regulatory support for Technical Projects, ensuring compliance with internal processes and external requirements throughout project lifecycle.

• Co-ordinate regulatory lead cross-functional global projects as follows:

• Define project requirements, scope, cost and objectives.

• Identify critical process steps.
• Identify optimal strategy to make the project cost- and time-efficient.
• Prepare and manage project plans/schedules.
• Facilitate project and sub-team meetings.
• Co-ordinate all project team output so workflow remains on schedule.
• Monitor the cost, progress, quality and risks of the project and ensure timely escalation of issues.
• Manage project close-outs.

• Manage the Lessons Learned process:

• Facilitate sessions.

• Support facilitation of sessions within Scientific Affairs.
• Document, analyse, validate and share findings. Incorporate changes, as required, into project tools, templates, SOP's or other processes

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in project management within a regulatory, scientific, or technical environment.
• Familiarity with global regulatory compliance processes and standards.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., planning, scheduling, risk management).
• Ability to define scope, objectives, and deliverables for complex projects.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in developing and maintaining project tools, templates, and SOPs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying critical process steps and optimal strategies.
• Effective communication and facilitation skills for leading cross-functional global teams.
• Competence in tracking, reporting, and escalating risks/issues.
• Ability to manage Lessons Learned processes and incorporate improvements into workflows.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Smartsheet and other project management tools.
• Understanding of regulatory documentation and compliance requirements.
• Experience with technical projects and lifecycle management.
• PRINCE2, PMP, or similar project management certification.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and compliance.
• Collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and drive projects to completion.