Director & Consultant, Regulatory Affairs

Cencora; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Canada is seeking an experienced regulatory affairs professional to join their team. This role requires 12+ years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical or medical device sectors. Key responsibilities include preparing client proposals, managing simultaneous projects, and developing regulatory activities. The ideal candidate will possess a B.Sc. in life sciences and strong leadership skills. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care

Support for working families

Professional development resources

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs or related functions.
• In-depth experience in a designated area of specialization is preferred.
• Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare client proposals and generate new business for TPIreg.
• Manage multiple simultaneous projects to meet budget and timelines.
• Develop and implement RA activities and agency interactions.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Regulatory expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

B.Sc. degree in life sciences

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for preparing client proposals and generating new business for TPIreg, including leading presentations to potential RA clients, and participating in multifunctional presentations
• Prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous projects to meet budget (including invoice review), timelines and client expectations; anticipate and resolve emerging issues
• Responsible for development and implementation of RA activities including assessments, strategies, submissions and agency interactions, applying expert knowledge in core area of regulatory practice (e.g., CMC, Medical Devices, CTAs, US etc.) and at least basic knowledge outside of core area
• Maintain target billables by obtaining new business
• Creates opportunities to build agency relationships by participating in professional activities such as offering industry training, conference presentations, publications and webinars
• Leads client and agency interface, with responsibility for strengthening relationships and growing the business. Responsible for the quality of deliverables, by ensuring compliance with Innomar and client review and approval processes; identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement
• Develop and maintain partnerships with senior decision-makers to build the business, resolve significant issues, and create opportunities
• Analyze data, the regulatory environment and business objectives to make and implement recommendations, using judgement to identify innovative solutions while managing uncertainty.
• Lead and advise clients and cross-functional teams on agency interactions Leads decision-making and conflict resolution surrounding regulatory issues within cross-functional teams
• Proactively identifies, shares and interprets regulatory intelligence
• Manage multiple simultaneous projects to ensure that they are on budget, meet timelines and client expectations.
• Engages in continuous learning activities in order to provide effective consulting services and be a sought-after resource.
• Develop and manage 0-2 regulatory direct reports at Manager level or below, as assigned including but not limited to assignment delegation, time and budget management, skill and knowledge development
• Travel as required
• Other related duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• B.Sc. degree in life sciences (Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry or Pharmacy) or Engineering.
• Advanced Degree in related field is preferred
• 12+ years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs or related functions in pharmaceutical/biologic/medical device development/manufacturing. In-depth experience in a designated area of specialization (e.g. Medical devices, clinical trials, CMC) may be required
• Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and other certifications are an asset
• Prior consulting experience is preferred.
• Leadership skills required

MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Broad understanding of international regulations, processes and issues in drug/biologics/medical device development. Includes sound knowledge of ICH, Health Canada, FDA, EMA, and other relevant guidelines with focus in area of specialization such as CMC, biologics, pharmaceuticals, Clinical Trials, OTC/NHPs medical devices, or FDA..
• In depth experience of successfully managing Health Authorities interactions on a regional basis
• In depth regulatory expertise in the area of regulatory specialization required for the role, such as medical devices, CMC, or advertising/promotion
• Extensive experience and working knowledge of a wide range of regulatory submission types.
• Superior project management skills to manage multiple concurrent projects within established timelines in a dynamic environment
• Advanced strategic planning and complex problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues with innovative solutions effectively and efficiently
• Demonstrated senior leadership abilities in a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Ability to drive results in a team environment
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Effective organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to consistently meet deadline
• Knowledge of computers, to operative effectively with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook Ability to develop professional networks that will drive business development and regulatory intelligence

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

Full time

Job Details

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for preparing client proposals and generating new business for TPIreg, including leading presentations to potential RA clients, and participating in multifunctional presentations
• Prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous projects to meet budget (including invoice review), timelines and client expectations; anticipate and resolve emerging issues
• Responsible for development and implementation of RA activities including assessments, strategies, submissions and agency interactions, applying expert knowledge in core area of regulatory practice (e.g., CMC, Medical Devices, CTAs, US etc.) and at least basic knowledge outside of core area
• Maintain target billables by obtaining new business
• Creates opportunities to build agency relationships by participating in professional activities such as offering industry training, conference presentations, publications and webinars
• Leads client and agency interface, with responsibility for strengthening relationships and growing the business. Responsible for the quality of deliverables, by ensuring compliance with Innomar and client review and approval processes; identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement
• Develop and maintain partnerships with senior decision-makers to build the business, resolve significant issues, and create opportunities
• Analyze data, the regulatory environment and business objectives to make and implement recommendations, using judgement to identify innovative solutions while managing uncertainty.
• Lead and advise clients and cross-functional teams on agency interactions Leads decision-making and conflict resolution surrounding regulatory issues within cross-functional teams
• Proactively identifies, shares and interprets regulatory intelligence
• Manage multiple simultaneous projects to ensure that they are on budget, meet timelines and client expectations.
• Engages in continuous learning activities in order to provide effective consulting services and be a sought-after resource.
• Develop and manage 0-2 regulatory direct reports at Manager level or below, as assigned including but not limited to assignment delegation, time and budget management, skill and knowledge development
• Travel as required
• Other related duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• B.Sc. degree in life sciences (Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry or Pharmacy) or Engineering.
• Advanced Degree in related field is preferred
• 12+ years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs or related functions in pharmaceutical/biologic/medical device development/manufacturing. In-depth experience in a designated area of specialization (e.g. Medical devices, clinical trials, CMC) may be required
• Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and other certifications are an asset
• Prior consulting experience is preferred.
• Leadership skills required

MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Broad understanding of international regulations, processes and issues in drug/biologics/medical device development. Includes sound knowledge of ICH, Health Canada, FDA, EMA, and other relevant guidelines with focus in area of specialization such as CMC, biologics, pharmaceuticals, Clinical Trials, OTC/NHPs medical devices, or FDA..
• In depth experience of successfully managing Health Authorities interactions on a regional basis
• In depth regulatory expertise in the area of regulatory specialization required for the role, such as medical devices, CMC, or advertising/promotion
• Extensive experience and working knowledge of a wide range of regulatory submission types.
• Superior project management skills to manage multiple concurrent projects within established timelines in a dynamic environment
• Advanced strategic planning and complex problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues with innovative solutions effectively and efficiently
• Demonstrated senior leadership abilities in a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Ability to drive results in a team environment
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Effective organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to consistently meet deadline
• Knowledge of computers, to operative effectively with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook Ability to develop professional networks that will drive business development and regulatory intelligence

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

Full time

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