Global Regulatory Operations Leader

Boehringer Ingelheim; Lyon; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health France seeks an experienced Head of Regulatory Affairs Business Operations to lead global regulatory operations and shape the external regulatory environment. This leadership role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, stakeholder engagement, and people leadership.

As part of the Regulatory Affairs leadership team, you will drive excellence in submissions, systems, and processes while engaging international authorities and industry groups to advance

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading global regulatory operations.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory submissions (eCTD) and regulatory systems.
• Demonstrated ability to influence policy discussions and external regulators.

Responsibilities

• Lead global regulatory operations and governance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement across regulatory tools and processes.
• Ensure inspection readiness and regulatory compliance across borders.
• Oversee outsourced regulatory operations and partnerships.
• Represent the company with regulatory authorities and industry groups.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Commercial teams to align regulatory strategy.

Skills

Regulatory leadership

Regulatory strategy

Stakeholder engagement

People leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in life sciences or related field

Tools

Regulatory systems

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health France seeks an experienced Head of Regulatory Affairs Business Operations to lead global regulatory operations and shape the external regulatory environment. This leadership role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, stakeholder engagement, and people leadership.

As part of the Regulatory Affairs leadership team, you will drive excellence in submissions, systems, and processes while engaging international authorities and industry groups to advance