Global Regulatory Strategy Lead

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH seeks a dynamic regulatory leader to guide the global regulatory strategy across the lifecycle for assigned projects. You will lead the Regulatory Excellence Team (RET) and serve as the Global Regulatory Affairs representative on cross-functional Evidence Teams, ensuring timely, compliant regulatory decisions.

The role requires advanced degrees in pharmacy, life sciences, or chemistry, and proven experience with IND, BLA/NDA and MAA, along with leading cross-functional

Qualifications

• Higher education in pharmacy, life sciences or chemistry; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience across US and EU regulatory affairs with IND, BLA/NDA and/or MAA processes.
• Regulatory strategy development with successful health authority negotiations.
• Leadership and mentoring of cross-functional teams to deliver regulatory plans.
• Strong communication, business awareness and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global strategic regulatory strategies for assigned projects.
• Lead the Regulatory Excellence Team (RET) and represent GRA on cross-functional Evidence Teams.
• Shape early target label profiles and oversee regulatory submissions planning and execution.
• Collaborate with Brand, Evidence and Global Labelling teams to support RoW submissions.
• Mentor team members, identify training needs and promote a proactive problem-solving culture.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

English proficiency

Education

Master or Doctoral degree in pharmacy/life sciences/chemistry

Desirable certifications (RAC, Master of Drug Regulatory Affairs)

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic individual to provide global strategic regulatory guidance and leadership throughout the product lifecycle on assigned projects. In this pivotal role, you will develop and be accountable for the Global Regulatory Strategy of your projects lead the Regulatory Excellence Team (RET) and represent Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) on the Evidence Team (aka the cross-functional project Team).

• As a regulatory professional, you will contribute to a holistic global strategy for assigned Inflammation projects. Your leadership and in-depth expertise will enable you to interact seamlessly at all levels of the organization, drive project goals, and maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and regulatory compliance.
• You will lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge global strategic regulatory strategies. Your role will involve assessing regulatory risks, proposing innovative solutions, and collaborating closely with stakeholders to align regulatory strategies with business objectives.
• As the main GRA representative on the Evidence Team, you will ensure that regulatory considerations are incorporated timely and comprehensively in the decision-making process.
• You will lead the Regulatory Excellence Team (RET) for assigned projects, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning. Your role will involve mentoring team members, identifying training needs, and promoting a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• In collaboration with Brand & Evidence teams and Global Labelling, you will shape early target label profiles and oversee the planning, preparation, and execution of regulatory submissions. Your role will also involve supporting submission rollout for Rest of World (RoW) countries from a global strategic perspective.

Requirements

• High level of education in pharmacy, life sciences, or chemistry, ideally holding a Master's or Doctoral Degree. Additional certifications such as Specialized Pharmacist, Master of Drug Regulatory Affairs, or RAC are highly desirable
• In-depth knowledge of Regulatory Affairs across multiple regions, including the US and/or EU. You have a proven track record of developing and implementing successful regulatory strategies, ideally with preparation of IND, (s)BLA/(s)NDA and/or MAA, Health Authority meeting briefing documents and negotiating with Health Authority(ies) in a major market (e.g. US, EU)
• Regulatory experience in one or several of Boehringer Ingelheim's Therapeutic Areas is preferred, and experience outside of Regulatory Affairs, e.g. in Clinical Development and R&D will be considered a valuable asset
• Proven ability to interpret and translate complex scientific data and regulatory guidelines into project-specific proposals. You should have commercial awareness and a thorough understanding of the business environment
• Strong critical thinking and strategic mindset, with the ability to anticipate both opportunities and challenges in execution. You should excel at problem-solving, decision-making, and developing realistic action plans to achieve specific goals
• Excellent leadership, team management and communication skills, with the ability to influence, lead, and inspire cross-functional teams. You should have strong interpersonal skills, relationship building, and conflict management skills, combined with excellent English skills

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, salary information will be shared during the recruitment process. We also offer a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing package.

Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.