Global Regulatory Operations Leader (Remote UK)

Novartis UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Parental leave 14 weeks

Equity awards

Car allowance

Insurance plans

Job summary

Novartis seeks a Head of Regulatory Operations to lead global regulatory strategy, submissions, data governance, and digital transformation across the development portfolio. You will manage a high-performing, geographically dispersed team and partner with senior stakeholders to deliver value for patients and the business.

The role emphasizes innovation, AI-driven automation, and rigorous compliance with Health Authority requirements, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements in the UK.

Qualifications

• Extensive pharmaceutical industry experience in global Regulatory Operations.
• Proven success leading large, geographically dispersed teams.
• Deep expertise in global regulatory submissions across international markets.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end drug development lifecycle and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the global Regulatory Operations strategy to accelerate patient access to medicines.
• Lead regulatory submissions, publishing, data management, and operational excellence.
• Drive digital transformation through AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Build trusted regulatory data foundations, governance frameworks, and quality standards.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to optimise processes and deliver business value.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a global team with an inclusive culture.
• Ensure compliant, high-quality regulatory submissions and engagement with Health Authorities worldwide.

Skills

Global Regulatory Operations

Leadership of dispersed teams

Regulatory submissions

Digital transformation

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Novartis seeks a Head of Regulatory Operations to lead global regulatory strategy, submissions, data governance, and digital transformation across the development portfolio. You will manage a high-performing, geographically dispersed team and partner with senior stakeholders to deliver value for patients and the business.

The role emphasizes innovation, AI-driven automation, and rigorous compliance with Health Authority requirements, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements in the UK.