Associate Director - IDMP

Merck; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an IDMP Business Analyst to drive the European implementation of IDMP standards. The role involves strategic project management, collaboration with regulatory teams, and representation in industry committees. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in Regulatory Affairs. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Regulatory Affairs or Regulatory Operations.
• Knowledge of ISO IDMP or IDMP/SPOR is essential.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the European implementation of ISO IDMP standards.
• Contribute to the development of IDMP strategy and its integration.
• Represent the company in industry committees and meetings.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Data Management

Regulatory Affairs Compliance

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science or information technology discipline

Job description

Job Description

The Identification of Medicinal Products (IDMP) Business Analyst will play a key role in the management and leadership of the European implementation of the ISO Identification IDMP’s standard in our Company. You will be part of a team progressing the strategic, project and operational activities in relation with regulatory data submitted to European authorities, including IDMP/SPOR (European implementation of ISO IDMP), DADI (replacement of the PDF electronic Application Form) and knowledge of XEVMPD ((Extended EudraVigilance Medicinal Product Dictionary, or Article 57) is necessary to properly transition to IDMP from strategic and tactical perspectives. You are also expected to cover several non-EU related topics.

Primary Activities include but are not limited to:

• XEVMPD
  • Participate, as required, to the internal activities associated with the use of XEVMPD data in the EMEA
  • Apply the knowledge of the data requirements and process to the transition to IDMP
• IDMP
  • Contribute to the development of the IDMP strategy in our Company. Working with peers across the Company to explain the strategy and integrate the needs and requirements from partner functions across Regulatory and other parts of the company
  • Contribute to the various projects to implement the IDMP strategy in our Company
  • Working with the Business System Owner and IT counterparts and in line with the System Development Life Cycle principles
  • Contribute to the setup and configuration of the IDMP Maintenance and Submission Tool, ensure the proper upload of IDMP data into the tool, define maintenance and submission processes with key stakeholders, and support the roll-out of operational activities
  • Lead the Data Governance body where cross-functional stakeholders contribute to evolve internal data and systems to converge in line with ISO IDMP and other internal use cases
  • Contribute to the evolution of the internal Regulatory Data Hub to ensure alignment with ISO IDMP concepts in line with the IDMP developments
  • Ensure synergies with IDMP related topics including XEMVPD and the Digital Application Dataset Integration.
  • Monitor non-EU IDMP-related activities
  • Report to the XEVMPD-IDMP Team Lead and Senior Management on the progress of the IDMP program and projects

• External Activities
  • As the opportunity arises, represent our Company in European Industry Trade Association committees and meeting groups associated with IDMP. Taking on leadership roles within the Trade Association committees and represent the industry in meetings and negotiations with health authorities and other stakeholders

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or information technology discipline required
• Comprehensive experience in Regulatory Affairs or Regulatory Operations
• Practical knowledge and experience with ISO IDMP or IDMP/SPOR
• Good understanding of System Development Life Cycle methodology and the requirements for the validation of information management systems
• Demonstrated understanding of drug development and execution of regulatory program strategies within the countries and how this impacts regulatory information management strategies
• Experience as a leader on cross functional teams been able to influence and motivate team members and Senior Management leading to high quality and on-time delivery of project objectives
• Demonstrated situational leadership and creative problem solving within organizations and teams
• Ability to prioritize their own work across several ongoing projects
• Ability to lead by influence and work effectively in matrix organisational structures
• Ability to understand details but keep overall "big picture" view of projects

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Change Management, Communication, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Data Management, Employee Training Programs, FDA Regulations, Management Process, Pharmacovigilance, Policy Implementation, Regulatory Affairs Compliance, Regulatory Affairs Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Labeling, Regulatory Operations, Regulatory Submissions, Strategic Thinking, Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Vendor Management

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

09/8/2025

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