Associate Principal Scientist, Advertising Claims Substantiation, L'Oréal Research & Innovation
L'Oréal
- Clark, NJ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Evaluate and validate product claims for L'Oreal products, including claims-related launch responsibilities for domestic, regional and international brands collaborating closely with L'Oreal colleagues globally. Primary stakeholders will include the product development, product evaluation, regulatory, safety, marketing and legal teams, worldwide Claims and Country Scientific Directors.
- Act as Principal contact person in the claims review in assigned areas, from inception to launch and beyond.
- Perform legal and compliance review of advertising copy in all forms of media including but not limited to, television, digital media, packaging, print, public relations and other promotional materials.
- Reviews test reports, test designs and literature to determine if sufficient for claims support.
- Create claims dossiers and provide substantiation dossiers to authorities in the US and abroad as needed, includes attestations, television network substantiations and retailer substantiation requests.
- Apply and provide claims advice applying laws, regulations and guidance from Federal Trade Commission, Food & Drug Administration and National Advertising Division of the Better Business Bureau
- Identify and analyze potential risks and assist the Legal team in defending claims-related legal challenges (litigation).
- Collaborates with international colleagues on Claims/Communications limitations in countries where products will be sold.
- Keeps management informed of escalating issues. Assist management with formulating and implementing policy.
- Take the lead on transversal topics as Claims Substantiation Expert
- Take a leadership role in supporting other claims brand managers in the team, managing complex and/or innovative projects, and communicating strategically with stakeholders.
- Confidently provide the point of view and expertise of Claims Substantiation, and support stakeholders by providing solutions and/or claims alternatives.
- Take an active leadership role with Marketing, Legal and within R&I to resolve disputes on claims.
- A completed Bachelor's degree in a scientific field is required; advanced degree preferred.
- 7-10 years of relevant industry experience (cosmetics/personal care, pharmaceutical, food or products), in advertising claims substantiation is required.
- Experience in clinical claims, instrumental claims, and/or consumer claims substantiation preferred.
- Experience in claims related to packaging, sustainability, and product formulations preferred
- Knowledge of the product claims regulations and U.S. compliance landscape preferred
- Strong communication skills (oral, written, and interpersonal) and negotiation skills, and the ability to identify and recommend solutions to problems.
- Ability to work in a cross functional role and to interact effectively across highly matrixed global organization.
- Flexible and adaptable; ability to work in an exhilarating, fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated management or leadership experience.
- Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis without the need for legal sponsorship now or in the future (required)
- Fluency in Portuguese, French and/or Spanish would also be a plus, but is not required
- Corporate Short-Term Incentives (Corporate Profit-Sharing Bonus, Individual Performance Bonuses based on level)
- Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
- Hybrid Work Policy (Up to 2 Days per week work from home for eligible roles, subject to manager approval)
- Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
- Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L'Oréal's Internal Shop for Discounted Products)
- Learning & Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
- Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
- Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs