Global Labelling Director (Team Lead), Content

Novartis UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis UK in London is seeking a Global Labelling Director (Content Team Lead) to provide leadership and strategic direction for global labelling activities across a portfolio of products and projects.

This role is responsible for delivering high‑quality, consistent, and compliant labelling content aligned with overall product strategy, supporting the development and lifecycle of medicines globally.

Qualifications

• Experience in global labelling and regulatory affairs for pharma/life sciences.
• Ability to develop and deliver labelling strategies across development and lifecycle.
• Understanding of clinical data, safety information, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a labelling team in a high‑performing environment.
• Define and deliver global labelling strategies aligned with asset plans.
• Oversee core and major market labelling documents.
• Provide guidance on regulatory interactions including labelling discussions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to align labelling strategy and execution.
• Ensure labelling content reflects regulatory requirements and scientific evidence.
• Support development of regulatory documentation and evidence packages.
• Drive continual improvement in labelling processes, tools and ways of working.

Skills

Global labelling expertise

Regulatory affairs

People management

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory strategy

Communication

Job description

Summary

(12 days per month on-site if living within 50 miles of our London office)

(Homeworker if living further than 50 miles of our London office)

Office Location: London (The Westworks), United Kingdom

We are seeking a Global Labelling Director (Content Team Lead) to provide leadership and strategic direction for global labelling activities across a portfolio of products and projects.

This role is responsible for delivering high‑quality, consistent, and compliant labelling content aligned with overall product strategy, supporting the development and lifecycle of medicines globally.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and support a team of labelling professionals, fostering an inclusive and high‑performing environment.
• Define and deliver global labelling strategies aligned with target product profiles and overall asset plans.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of core and major market labelling documents.
• Provide guidance on interactions with regulatory authorities, including labelling discussions where applicable.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to ensure alignment on labelling strategy and execution.
• Ensure labelling content reflects current regulatory requirements, scientific evidence, and competitive insights.
• Support the development of evidence packages and regulatory documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement in labelling processes, tools, and ways of working.

Essential Requirements

• Experience in global labelling and/or regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver labelling strategies across product development and lifecycle stages.
• Strong understanding of clinical data, safety information, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to translate these into clear labelling content.
• Knowledge of global labelling frameworks and expectations across major markets.
• Experience working in cross‑functional, matrix environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Proven people management experience, including leading, developing and supporting individuals or teams in a professional setting.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and influence decision‑making.
• Ability to manage priorities effectively and deliver high‑quality outcomes within timelines.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis:

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