Swiss Regulatory Affairs Leader

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Zürich; On-site; CHF 159,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Zurich, Switzerland, seeks a Regulatory Affairs Country Head to lead the Swiss LOC Regulatory Affairs, ensuring timely, compliant support for products in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

You will align with Central Europe, manage governance, and oversee lifecycle activities across development, registration, and post-approval stages. You will guide a high-performing team, collaborate with Commercial, Medical, Quality, Pharmacovigilance, Market Access, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, chemistry, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of Regulatory Affairs experience focusing on Swiss requirements.
• Proven experience leading a Regulatory Affairs team and managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Swiss Regulatory Affairs function with clear priorities and compliant, patient-focused delivery.
• Align Swiss regulatory strategy with Central Europe to coordinate governance and resources.
• Develop and execute regulatory strategies for new indications, line extensions and lifecycle activities.
• Secure and maintain Swiss marketing authorizations through national and reliance procedures.
• Provide regulatory input to cross-functional development, launch, supply, safety, and market access teams.
• Maintain inspection readiness and manage interactions with Swissmedic and health authorities.

Skills

Regulatory leadership

Swiss regulatory

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory submissions

English German

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences/pharmacy/medicine/chemistry

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Zurich, Switzerland, seeks a Regulatory Affairs Country Head to lead the Swiss LOC Regulatory Affairs, ensuring timely, compliant support for products in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

You will align with Central Europe, manage governance, and oversee lifecycle activities across development, registration, and post-approval stages. You will guide a high-performing team, collaborate with Commercial, Medical, Quality, Pharmacovigilance, Market Access, and