Director of Technical & Regulatory Affairs at Monster Energy - The Advocate Group

The Advocate Group - Our client, Monster Energy, is a world-leading energy drinks brand that continues to lead the charge in innovation, lifestyle marketing, and global expansion.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director of Technical & Regulatory Affairs

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the regulatory and technical agenda for one of the most exciting global FMCG brands?
• Are you a senior regulatory leader with proven experience navigating complex African markets and driving innovation within FMCG?

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a regulatory affairs team across Africa, supporting product launches and innovation.
• Ensure full regulatory compliance for ingredients, packaging, claims, and promotional materials.
• Anticipate and influence regulatory change, building strong relationships with authorities, NGOs, and industry bodies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across supply chain, legal, and commercial to deliver compliant, timely projects.
• Represent Monster Energy in regional industry and regulatory forums, shaping policy and advancing the company’s agenda.

About You

• Nigerian citizen with a NAFDAC-recognised scientific degree (Food Science/Technology, Nutrition or related).
• Extensive experience in regulatory affairs, technical operations, or FMCG supply chain.
• Strategic thinker with a strong track record in leading regulatory affairs across multiple African markets.
• Excellent communicator, confident engaging with senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Willingness to travel (up to 50% locally and internationally).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: lee.mcnally@advocate-group.co.uk using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

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