Francis Kurkdjian Regulatory Affairs Assistant
Maison Francis Kurkdjian — Regulatory Affairs Assistant (apprenticeship) in Paris. Apprenticeship starting Sept 2026 in Cosmetics Regulatory Affairs.
Overview
Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a Parisian luxury fragrance house celebrated for its artisanal craftsmanship, refined olfactory creations and meticulous attention to detail. The Maison cultivates a creative, design-led environment where product quality and brand narrative are paramount and where technical and regulatory teams support global distribution of prestige perfumes and cosmetic adjuncts.
Role & Responsibilities
- Validate regulatory compliance of finished-product labeling under the supervision of the Regulatory Affairs manager.
- Review Product Information Files (Dossiers d’Information Produits) and monitor ongoing projects from a regulatory perspective with internal and external partners.
- Verify CPNP submissions performed by external partners and process internal notifications for Europe and the UK.
- Manage international product registration and dossier submissions.
- Participate in development follow-up meetings with R&D, packaging and commercial teams.
- Provide regulatory support and respond to questions from internal departments, markets and distributors.
- Contribute to impact analyses related to regulatory evolutions and maintain regulatory tracking.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in or eligible for an apprenticeship (alternance) starting September 2026; Master-level studies (Bac+4/5) or equivalent in chemistry, pharmacy, biology, cosmetology or a closely related scientific discipline.
- Familiarity with EU Cosmetics Regulation (Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009) and ideally with international cosmetic regulatory frameworks.
- Ideally one prior internship or professional exposure to cosmetic regulatory affairs.
- Highly organized, rigorous, proactive, with strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Technical English proficiency and fluent use of Microsoft Office (Pack Office).
Skills
Experience
Entry-level — suitable for candidates at the beginning of their career; ideally one prior internship or initial experience in cosmetics regulatory affairs or a related technical function.
Education
Master-level (Bac+4/5) or equivalent in chemistry, pharmacy, biology, cosmetology or a related scientific field.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France. 3.356 luxury roles are listed in Paris on Cerulean, 68 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Île-de-France region, Cerulean lists 3.773 open positions — 84 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 4.331 open roles in France, including 93 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
The Maison emphasizes craftsmanship, precision and aesthetic excellence within a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting where creativity is balanced by technical rigor. The workplace supports professional development through apprenticeships and fosters inclusivity, including accommodations for persons with disabilities.
About Cerulean
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