- Location
- Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh Vietnam
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Legal & Compliance
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
About Estée Lauder Companies
The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder and built on an enduring belief in creativity, high-touch service, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an employer, the Group offers talent the scale of an international house with the energy of distinctive brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Its culture values innovation, inclusion, learning, and responsible growth, inviting professionals to shape consumer experiences from laboratory to counter, digital platform to boardroom. Employees join a purpose-led organization where heritage, artistry, and scientific excellence meet to define the future of luxury beauty.
The Regulatory Affairs Manager partners with business, marketing, global and regional teams on regulatory strategy, product compliance, claims risk and project execution in Vietnam, while representing Estée Lauder Companies with government agencies and trade associations. The role also monitors regulatory policy changes and maintains external relationships; it is a full-time position requiring at least four years of relevant experience and a university degree in Pharmaceutical Science.
Role & Responsibilities
- Partner proactively with the business on strategic planning and provide innovative regulatory strategies and direction.
- Ensure regulatory requirements for markets are understood and incorporated into business planning and execution.
- Ensure all products marketed in Vietnam comply with cosmetic laws and regulations.
- Partner with Marketing and advise on regulatory risks related to products and claims.
- Work with global and regional colleagues to identify core processes and support needed to implement projects efficiently in Vietnam with strong commercial impact.
- Represent Estée Lauder Companies Vietnam with government agencies, including the FDA, and trade associations.
- Work with local and regional management to identify opportunities and ensure the company’s perspective is heard when regulatory policies in Vietnam change.
- Develop and maintain relationships and trust with local regulatory agencies and other external bodies in line with business ethics and priorities.
Qualifications
- University degree in Pharmaceutical Science, majoring in Chemistry or Pharmacy.
- At least 4 years of relevant experience with FDA registration, customs clearance, supply chain and logistics management.
- At least 4 years of Regulatory Affairs experience within a cosmetics, pharmaceutical, consumer health or personal care company.
- Good knowledge of skincare and consumer products technology.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Leadership and management potential.
- Full command of English.
- Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
- Willingness to travel 0%.
Skills
Experience
At least 4 years of relevant experience with FDA registration, customs clearance, supply chain and logistics management, including at least 4 years in Regulatory Affairs within a cosmetics, pharmaceutical, consumer health or personal care company.
Education
University degree in Pharmaceutical Science, majoring in Chemistry or Pharmacy.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.
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Culture
The Estée Lauder Companies fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for prestige beauty are deeply valued. As a global house of distinctive brands, it offers employees an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence and consumer inspiration.
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