Global Regulatory CMC Lead (UK)

UCB S.A.; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced Global Regulatory CMC Lead based in Slough. This role involves defining the regulatory strategy and authoring CMC documentation for compliance with health authorities. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in regulatory affairs and strong cross-functional teamwork skills. This position offers a hybrid work model, encouraging collaboration while allowing for flexibility.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in pharmaceutical industry or regulatory authority.
• Proven track record of authoring CMC sections in submissions.
• Broad registration experience in ICH regions.
• Competence in leading teams within a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regulatory strategy and submission plans.
• Lead projects ensuring compliance with regulatory strategies.
• Write regional and global CMC documentation for submissions.

Skills

Pharmaceutical industry experience

Regulatory Affairs CMC

Cross-functional teamwork

Direct communication with regulatory agencies

Digitalization and data management

Education

Relevant scientific degree

Job description

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Global Regulatory CMC Lead to join us in our Regulatory Affairs team, based in either our Brussels (Belgium) or Slough (UK) offices.

About the role

The Global Regulatory Affairs CMC Lead is responsible for defining strategy, planning and preparation of regional specific CMC submission documentation on developed products, for assigned geographical regions and contributing to the preparation of global submission documentation to deliver timely approvals to meet business needs.

Responsible for authoring of the Module 3 components based on source document and Modules 2 for assigned developed products/projects, including new submissions and response to Questions from Health Authorities. He/she follows the process from creation, through review & approval and delivery of final documentation to the appropriate function.

Who you’ll work with

You will report into a Global Regulatory Affairs CMC Team Lead

What you’ll do

• Responsible for developing and implementing the CMC & Devices regulatory strategy and submission plans for assigned developed projects/products to deliver timely approvals to meet business needs in regions assigned, and in line with the global regulatory strategy.
• Responsible for leading complex projects and submissions, ensuring comprehensive regulatory CMC/Medical Device input is provided, and delivering results in a timely manner aligned with the regulatory strategy agreed upon with the Team Lead, Global Regulatory Affairs CMC & Devices Leadership, and Global Regulatory Lead.
• Identifies supporting documents required for (global) submissions and negotiates the delivery of approved technical source documents in accordance with project timelines.
• Ensures that the regional CMC/Medical Device regulatory strategy for the assigned projects/products are consistent with the Global Regulatory Affairs, supply and patient value goals and objectives and meets Health Authority requirements in assigned regions.
• Responsible for writing regional and global CMC/Medical Device documentation for submissions as agreed with the Team Lead, in line with agreed global regulatory strategy, and within agreed timelines.

Interested? For this position you’ll need the following education, experience and skills

• Several years relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry (manufacturing, analytical development, and quality assurance/control or related technical field) or a regulatory authority in a CMC/Medical Device review capacity, with experience in Regulatory Affairs CMC/
• Proven track record of successful authoring and contribution to delivering CMC sections of post-approval submissions for biological and/or chemical entities
• Broad background of registration experience gained from working in the pharmaceutical industry or a regulatory authority in one of the ICH regions on post-approval products
• Experience of direct communication and negotiation with regulatory agencies on CMC/Medical Device matters
• Experience of participating in regulatory agency meetings on CMC/Medical Device matters
• Demonstrated competence in leading/contributing on cross-functional teams and operating within a matrix organisational structure.
• Experience and/or interest in digitalization, data management, and/or artificial intelligence

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

About us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9,000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us?

At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We are not afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [e-mail]. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.