Global Regulatory Director, RA Central Solutions CTA/CTR

Novartis; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 84,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition

Hybrid working

Parental leave

Car allowance

Job summary

Novartis is seeking a Global Regulatory Director - RA Central Solutions to lead global clinical trial application activities, ensure high-quality submissions, and drive regulatory strategy across international markets. You will build and develop a high-performing team, optimize processes through automation, and partner with senior stakeholders to shape regulatory priorities.

London-based with hybrid/remote options.

Qualifications

• Experience leading global regulatory submissions across international markets.
• Deep knowledge of worldwide regulatory requirements and processes.
• Proven ability to coach and develop diverse teams.
• Experience driving operational excellence and automation initiatives.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and lead change across organisations.
• Excellent communication and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead global clinical trial application activities and approvals across international markets.
• Build, develop and inspire a high-performing regulatory team through coaching and talent development.
• Allocate resources strategically to meet clinical trial milestones.
• Drive process simplification, automation and continuous improvement.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to shape regulatory strategy and priorities.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and a customer-focused culture in Regulatory Affairs.
• Champion organisational change aligned with Novartis values.

Skills

Regulatory leadership

Clinical trials

Stakeholder management

Cross-cultural teams

Process automation

Strategic planning

Job description

Salary Range:

£83,510.00 - £155,090.00

Job Description Summary

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Primary Location: London, United Kingdom

Other Locations: Remote, United Kingdom

Relocation Support: This role is based in London, United Kingdom. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

What if you could shape the future of global clinical trial execution while leading a high-performing team at the forefront of regulatory innovation? As Global Regulatory Director - RA Central Solutions, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring timely, compliant clinical trial applications across a diverse global portfolio. You'll empower and develop talented regulatory professionals, drive operational excellence through process simplification and automation, and influence strategic decisions that strengthen Novartis' ability to bring innovative medicines to patients worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to lead meaningful change, build strong cross-functional partnerships, and help create a more agile, future-ready Regulatory Affairs organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead global clinical trial application activities, ensuring high-quality, compliant submissions and approvals worldwide in collaboration with RA DU Lead.
• Build, develop and inspire a high-performing regulatory team through coaching, mentoring and talent development.
• Allocate resources strategically to deliver clinical trial milestones efficiently across the assigned portfolio.
• Drive process simplification, automation and continuous improvement to enhance operational excellence.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to shape strategy and support key regulatory business priorities.
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration and a customer-focused culture across Regulatory Affairs.
• Champion organisational change, promoting Novartis values, innovation and knowledge-sharing across teams.

Essential Requirements

• Significant experience leading global clinical trial application and registration activities across international markets.
• Deep understanding of worldwide regulatory requirements, guidelines and submission processes for clinical trials.
• Ability to lead and develop diverse, cross-cultural teams, with a demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and grow talent while fostering an inclusive, high-performing environment.
• Strong experience driving operational excellence, process improvement and automation initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and lead change across cross-functional organisations.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and strategic planning skills with a strong focus on delivering results.

Benefits & Rewards

• In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
• Insurance plans.
• Retirement plans.
• Wellbeing resources.
• Global recognition programs.
• Flexible and hybrid working options, where possible.
• Minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• You may be eligible for a company vehicle or a car allowance in accordance with the applicable local Novartis policies and guidelines.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: £83,510 to £155,090

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

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Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

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.