Standards Specialist

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.

We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

This role sits in our Health and Nutrition portfolio under the Market Integrity team

This role is based in our 1710 29th St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA office.

Position Summary:The Standards Specialist is responsible for implementing and maintaining an effective compliance program for New Hope Network and SupplySide events, publications, and digital portfolio. This includes participating in standards development, establishing compliance strategies and attending events.

Duties Include:

• Review exhibitor labeling to determine eligibility for events based on ingredient and regulatory requirements
• Review advertisementsand paid content to determine eligibility for publication
• Verify third-party certifications used by exhibitors
• Perform compliance audits of exhibitor materials at virtual and in-person trade events
• Manage workflow efficiently and ensure the smooth operation of departmental responsibilities
• Stay current with industry development, innovation and regulatory challenges related to food/beverages, dietary supplements, cosmetics, devices, pet products and cleaners
• Maintain accurate account and compliance records in Salesforce
• Develop and coordinate projects with event sales, content, operations and customer service teams to consistently enforce compliance with the Standards and Compliance programs
• Help continuously improve the application and review process, and our integrity programs overall
• Participate and lead team projects related to ingredient standards, policy, automation, SOPs and other operational and substantive areas as needed
• Travel, as required, to Natural Products Expo and SupplySide

• 1-3 years of experiencewith the labeling of FDA-regulated products OR 1-3yrs experience in Natural and Organic Product industry
• Awareness of USDA Organic Standards required
• Must be able to walk and stand on show floor during events
• Ability to travel as needed
• Extremely organized with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to exercise good judgment
• Self-starter, responsible and takes pride in work well done
• Effective listener and communicator, both written and verbal
• Conscientious in record-keeping with an appreciation for data integrity
• Aptitude and enthusiasm for working with new technology
• Productive working independently and as part of a team
• Good interpersonal skills and adapts easily to change
• Associate or bachelor's degree
• Paralegal experience a plus but not required

The salary range for this position $55,000 - $65,000/YR, depending on experience

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you're not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces - like at an Informa event - you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here's some of what you can expect when you join us. But don't just take our word for it - see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it's time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

This post will automatically expire 12/31

We're not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most - although not all - of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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