Industrial Placement Programme - Regulatory Affairs

Takeda pharmaceutical; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company based in the UK is seeking a Regulatory Affairs intern for a 12-month placement. Candidates should be enrolled in a scientific or STEM degree and will gain exposure to regulatory activities that support product approvals in the UK and Ireland. The role involves project responsibilities, collaboration with stakeholders, and professional development within a diverse and inclusive environment. This position offers flexibility for remote work with at least 8 days in the office per month.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Diversity and inclusion programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Looking for candidates pursuing a scientific/STEM degree.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Must articulate clearly and work effectively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience in regulatory activities within the Regulatory Affairs team.
• Support the submission and approval of regulatory applications.
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Analytical

Good interpersonal skills

Proactive

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Currently enrolled in a scientific/STEM degree

Job description

• Gain experience in a broad range of regulatory activities, whilst providing technical and administrative support to the Regulatory Affairs team.
• Learn about thedevelopmentlifecycle for medicinal products, from application to approval and work across all therapy areas in the Takeda portfolio.
• In collaboration with an expert team, you will be involved in the maintenance of existing and newmedicinalmarketingauthorisationsfor products in the UK and Ireland.
• Takeresponsibility for your own projects, in support of Takeda's commercial activities and strategies.
• Support with the preparation, compilation, submissionand approval of a wide range of regulatory applications for a variety of products licensed via thehealth authorities.
• Learn about the regulatory environmentin the EU and the UK, and industrychallenges post-Brexit.Helpusshape thefutureoperating model forRegulatoryAffairsat Takeda.
• Interact with multiple internal and external stakeholders, including the regulatory authorities in the UK and Ireland.
• Participate in industry group meetings with otherpharmaceuticalcompanies.
• Take an active role in our early careers community IGNITE and other Takeda Reference groups aligned to our Diversity,Equityand Inclusion values
  You are currentlyenrolledinanundergraduatedegree andarelooking to complete a 12-month placementas part of your ongoing studies, returning to your course at the end of the placement.Ourrole would suit a candidate whois currently enrolled in a scientific/STEMdegree, whothrivesonworking in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working as a teamplayerand who is interested in developing a career inthe pharmaceutical industry., Enthusiastic, committed, and conscientious
• Operates witha high levelof integrity, transparency, and accountability
• Comprehends and aligns with ourorganisation'score values
• Good interpersonal skills, with effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Approachable anda strong teamplayer
• Proactive, with a willingness to learn and improve their performance through feedback
• Well-organisedwith good attention to detail
• Caneffectivelyprioritiseand handle multiple tasks
• Computer literate
  The Europe & Canada (EUCAN) Business unit supports Takeda's mission at a regional level and as the leader in rare diseases and specialty care, we champion better health and a brighter future for patients, healthcare providers and our people.

Across the EUCAN BU, patients come first in every decision we make. We develop strategic partnerships which deliver value for society and create a culture within which our people can thrive and reach their full potential. Our mission is to empower and enable our people to fulfill their potential by embracing diversity and creating a high-performance, collaborative working environment. In the EUCAN region integrity is one of our key values. We put patients, trust and reputation before business and this is one of the main reasons why our people choose to work here., There are many paths to impact patients' lives,aTakeda Industrial PlacementProgrammeisa great wayto start. About theplacement Are you looking for a 12-month Industrial Placement as part of youruniversitysandwich year? If so, be empowered to take charge of your future at Takeda - winners of the Global and UK Top Employer for the8thconsecutive year. At Takeda,a leading Global Biopharmaceutical Company, we foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. We are an equal opportunity employer, we strongly believe in, and promote, diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a company, we offer roles based on merit, welcoming candidates of any gender, age, religious belief, race, ethnic origin, or disability. Based in our UK Head Offices in Paddington, Central London, with some flexibility around remote work,(there is a minimum requirement of 8 days in the office per month). Thisplacementwillbebased within ourRegulatory Affairs team,alignedto MedicalAffairs, where, from day one, you will play an important and integral role in ourorganisation A placement at Takeda means we mutually get to learn from each other,we help you in yourdevelopment, and you get an insight into what it means to live by our core principles- achieve the best outcomes forpatients, to buildtrustand reinforce ourreputationwhich continues to motivate how we dobusiness.By the end of your placement, you willknow a little more about yourself and what the future may have in store for you. For our 2026Industrial Placement Program starting in July 2026, we have1internshipavailablein Regulatory Affairs., AssessmentCentresare expected tobe held in January-February 2026 and successful candidates will start in July 2026. Candidates will be assigned to a placement according to suitability as determined following our Assessment Process, we have other opportunities in Marketing, so please check our careers site for more details. You will receive full training on all aspects of the placement. To find out more about Takeda's exciting Graduate and Internship Programs, please follow the link below. https://www.takeda.com/en-gb/who-we-are/our-people/graduate-and-internship-programmes/ At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realise their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. Discover more at takedajobs.com. Empowering Our People to Shine -Takeda - Helping Remarkable Individuals Evolve

What makes a successful team member within EUCAN at Takeda?

• Agile
• Analytical
• Enthusiastic
• Ambitious
• Collaborative
• Entrepreneurial

Believe in your own ability to do things you want to do. Heena Howitt - Country Medical Lead Genetic Diseases

• Global Top Employer 2025 Takeda named Global Top Employer for eighth consecutive year.
• About Takeda At Takeda, there is an unwavering commitment to putting patients first, and to creating a workplace that is underpinned by empowerment and focused on diversity, collaboration and steadfast values.
• Europe & Canada Business Unit Takeda in Europe and Canada (EUCAN) is delivering leading innovations in oncology, gastroenterology and rare diseases to provide better health and a brighter future for patients.

Working at Takeda

• Inclusion

Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.

• Collaboration

A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.

• Innovation

Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.

• Top Workplace

Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2025.

• Work-Life

Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.

• Empowerment

Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We’re Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives Patient Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide. People Create an exceptional people experience. Planet Protect our planet. Data & Digital Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.