Global Regulatory Affairs Manager

Bayer; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare

Pension scheme

Life Insurance

Wellness programs

Employee discount scheme

International career possibilities

Flexible and Hybrid working

Help with home office equipment

Volunteering days

Learning and development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Global Regulatory Affairs Manager in Reading to drive global regulatory strategies for Consumer Health products. You will support lifecycle activities, lead submissions, and work with global and local stakeholders to maintain regulatory approvals.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in Regulatory Affairs, with experience across medicinal products, cosmetics, or food supplements, and strong cross-country coordination skills. Hybrid working is offered.

Qualifications

• Regulatory affairs experience in consumer health preferred.
• Experience with global submissions, lifecycle management and registrations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management across countries.

Responsibilities

• Develop global regulatory strategies across the product lifecycle.
• Lead regulatory submissions and registrations with affiliates.
• Prepare and maintain regulatory dossiers and documentation.
• Provide regulatory guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with Regulatory, Commercial, Quality, Technical and Scientific teams.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

Global strategy

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or related

Job description

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Global Regulatory Affairs Manager

Global Regulatory Affairs Manager

Location: Reading (Hybrid working)

We are looking for an experienced Global Regulatory Affairs Manager to join our Consumer Health Regulatory Affairs team and play a key role in delivering global regulatory strategies across a diverse portfolio of products.

In this role, you will support regulatory activities throughout the product lifecycle, from innovation and new product development through to product maintenance and post-approval changes. You will work closely with global and local stakeholders to ensure products are registered efficiently, marketing authorisations are maintained, and regulatory requirements are met across multiple markets.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Regulatory Affairs professional with Consumer Health experience who is looking to work in a global environment and influence regulatory strategy for products that impact millions of consumers worldwide.

What you'll do

• Develop and deliver global regulatory strategies across the product lifecycle, supporting innovation, product launches, rollouts, and post-approval activities.
• Lead regulatory submissions and registrations, working closely with affiliates to secure timely approvals and maintain global marketing authorisations.
• Prepare, maintain, and oversee regulatory dossiers and documentation, ensuring compliance and accessibility across markets.
• Provide regulatory guidance to cross-functional stakeholders, supporting business objectives while addressing health authority requirements and regulatory challenges.
• Collaborate with global Regulatory, Commercial, Quality, Technical, and Scientific teams to ensure successful product registration, lifecycle management, and market access activities.

Who you are

• Degree in Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline; a postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• 3-5 years of Regulatory Affairs experience, ideally within Consumer Health.
• Experience supporting regulatory activities for medicinal products, cosmetics, and/or food supplements.
• Strong understanding of regulatory submissions, lifecycle management, and global registration requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across countries and functions.

What makes you successful

• Ability to develop practical regulatory solutions and provide sound regulatory recommendations.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset with experience working in complex global matrix organisations.
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach and a commitment to maintaining high compliance standards.
• Continuous learning mindset with the ability to adapt to evolving regulations and expand knowledge across different regions and product categories.

Join us and help bring trusted Consumer Health products to consumers worldwide by delivering regulatory strategies that support innovation, compliance, and successful market access across the globe.

Why join us?

At Bayer, we’re committed to helping our employees grow their careers while making a positive impact. You’ll join a collaborative team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported and your work contributes to ensure the products reach … across the ...…

Your Application

“Be You” at Bayer where you have the opportunity to be part of our culture influencing Health for all and Hunger for none.

We value our employees and believe that rewarding your contributions is essential to our shared vision. Discover the exceptional benefits awaiting you as a valued member of #Teambayer

Compensation and Benefits

Salary you can expect: £52,000 - £57,000 depending on skills and experience. Salary reviews take place annually in April.

• Competitive compensation package consisting of an attractive base salary and annual company bonus.
• Individual bonus can also be granted for top Talent Impact
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare, generous pension scheme and Life Insurance
• Wellness programs and support
• Employee discount scheme

• International career possibilities
• Flexible and Hybrid working
• Help with home office equipment
• Volunteering days
• Support for professional growth in a wide range of learning and development opportunities
• We welcome and embrace diversity providing an inclusive working environment

The best possible work-life balance is of great importance to us, which is why we support flexible hybrid working model.

Location:

United Kingdom : Berkshire : Reading

Division:

Consumer Health

Reference Code:

891288