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IN A NUTSHELL…
At Bellroy, we’re committed to being a force for good, creating products that are as sustainable as they are durable. As a certified B Corp, we’re serious about our environmental responsibilities and navigating the complex landscape of global material compliance is key to our success. That’s where you come in.
We’re seeking a Materials Compliance Officer with sharp attention to detail, deep knowledge of material regulations, and the drive to help us keep pace with global compliance expectations. You will help manage risk, lead rigorous testing programs, and ensure our materials and processes meet top regulatory standards — playing a vital role in making sure our products are safe, responsible, and future-proof.
If you excel at analysing material testing, managing risk, and shaping sustainable outcomes, keep reading.
YOU COULD BE THE ONE, IF YOU HAVE…
- Have 2–5 years’ experience in a compliance or materials-focused role, preferably in apparel, bags, footwear, or related industries
- Bring solid knowledge of global chemical regulations like REACH and Prop 65, along with experience in RSL management and material testing requirements
- Are a proactive problem-solver with an eye for identifying and mitigating risks
- Bring strong organisational skills and a process-driven mindset, enabling you to develop and manage systems for compliance documentation, reporting, and test tracking
- Are comfortable learning and using spreadsheet applications or data management tools to support compliance and project needs
- Confident working autonomously, with the ability to involve stakeholders to align priorities and mitigate risks when necessary.
IF YOU WERE HERE LAST MONTH, YOU MIGHT HAVE…
- Arranged third party testing ahead of a new product release
- Collaborated with manufacturing suppliers to gather key data and compliance certifications
- Explored different options for third party testing providers, and reported back to the team on testing benefits and cost implications
- Identified potential compliance risks and coordinated corrective actions with manufacturing partners
- Assessed the impact of upcoming legislation and worked cross-functionally to update stakeholders and shape an action plan
- Started building out a region-specific testing roadmap for the next 12 months (and beyond) to stay ahead of changing global regulations
- Established a centralised compliance data system that improved the ease and efficiency of tracking, updating, and reporting compliance status.
WHY WORK FOR BELLROY?
Bellroy’s mission is to inspire better ways to carry; use business as a force for good; and help the world – and our crew – flourish. We make great carry products that delight people in their everyday lives, while constantly innovating to improve the sustainability of our materials. We donate a portion of our revenue to some of the world’s most effective charities and are a certified B Corporation.
We have carefully built our culture on radical effectiveness. Our credo is “smart people with good intentions who get shit done” (yes, really). We help our staff love their work and grow as people and have been recognized as Australia’s Best Place to Work 2021, in the ”< 100 Employees” category. If you are excited by the idea of working in an intellectually challenging environment, in an award-winning culture with genuinely great people, this might be the role for you.
LOCATION AND HOURS
This is a full-time role based in Collingwood with our Product Development team, with WFH flexibility.
Start date: We’re ready when you are!
How to apply
Have a good look around our website, read Our Story page and get a feel for who we are. If you think you could bring something remarkable to this role, click apply. You’ll need to send us your resume, cover letter and your answers to the questions below.
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Q1: Looking ahead five years, as regulations become more stringent, what specific key areas should Bellroy start addressing now to strengthen our product and material compliance position in the global market to ensure we align with major legislation? Why do you think these would be important for Bellroy?
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Q2: How would you go about assessing a new material for compliance before it’s introduced into Bellroy’s supply chain? What key steps would you include in your process?
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Q3: Tell us about a project you led from beginning to end. What steps did you take to keep it moving, collaborate with others, and work through obstacles?
