Director, Regulatory Policy & Intelligence – MEA & Eurasia

AstraZeneca; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Director for International Regulatory Policy and Intelligence to lead regulatory policy and intelligence across MEA and Eurasia. This strategic role collaborates with global and regional teams to shape policy, advocacy, and cross‑functional execution, ensuring timely regulatory decisions and strong health authority engagement.

The role demands over a decade in global regulatory affairs, excellent stakeholder influence, and deep knowledge of drug

Qualifications

• 10+ years in global regulatory affairs across multiple regions.
• Experience with Health Authority policy advocacy and regulatory policy.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of global drug development and regulatory processes.
• Experience in MEA and Eurasia regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory policy topics coordinated by Global Regulatory Policy Team.
• Provide regulatory policy and environmental advice to internal stakeholders.
• Prepare regulatory policy documents and presentations.
• Oversee KPIs for international policy and intelligence performance.
• Develop International Regulatory Policy Training capability within MEA & Eurasia.
• Establish CMC-RA policy framework with international teams.
• Represent AZ in external trade committees focusing on MEA & Eurasia.
• Attend external meetings to gather intelligence and share insights.
• Contribute to strategic direction and efficient team operation.

Skills

Regulatory policy

Regulatory intelligence

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in science (pharmacy or biology)

Job description

AstraZeneca in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Director for International Regulatory Policy and Intelligence to lead regulatory policy and intelligence across MEA and Eurasia. This strategic role collaborates with global and regional teams to shape policy, advocacy, and cross‑functional execution, ensuring timely regulatory decisions and strong health authority engagement.

The role demands over a decade in global regulatory affairs, excellent stakeholder influence, and deep knowledge of drug