Regulatory Affairs Department Lead

Escape Recruitment Services; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical device and IVD industry is seeking a skilled Regulatory Affairs Department Lead to oversee regulatory compliance and lead a capable team. This senior role will focus on navigating complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring compliance for high-risk Class D devices, and working closely with regulatory bodies. The position offers hybrid or remote working options and requires extensive regulatory experience and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in regulatory affairs within IVD or medical devices.
• Strong knowledge of IVDR, FDA, and Canadian regulations.
• People management experience with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Regulatory Affairs department, managing a small team.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation for Class D IVD devices.
• Act as key liaison with regulatory bodies and ensure compliance.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Post-market compliance

Communication

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Escape Recruitment Services

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Regulatory Affairs Department Lead (PRRC)
Location: Central Scotland with hybrid or remote working available

We are recruiting for an experienced Regulatory Affairs Department Lead to join our client, a well-established and respected name in the medical device and in vitro diagnostics (IVD) industry. This is a senior leadership role where you'll oversee a small, capable team and take responsibility for regulatory compliance across multiple global markets, including the US, Canada, and Europe.

The focus is on someone who can bring real depth of experience with high-risk Class D devices, and who understands the complexities of IVDR, FDA and Health Canada regulations inside out. You'll need to be comfortable leading from the front, acting as PRRC, and steering technical documentation, submissions, and post-market activities through a constantly evolving regulatory landscape.

What you'll be doing:

Lead and develop the Regulatory Affairs department, managing a small team

Oversee preparation, review and maintenance of technical documentation and submissions for Class D IVD devices (IVDR, FDA 510(k)/PMA, Health Canada)

Act as Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance (PRRC) and ensure compliance with GMP and ISO13485

Support post-market surveillance, vigilance and risk management processes

Act as a key point of contact with regulatory bodies and external partners

Work closely with other departments to align regulatory work with wider business priorities

Maintain a regular on-site presence, with flexibility around hybrid or remote working

What you'll need:

Extensive regulatory affairs experience within IVD or medical devices

Proven track record with regulatory submissions for high-risk Class D devices

Strong knowledge of IVDR, FDA and Canadian medical device regulations

Hands-on experience of post-market compliance, risk and vigilance activities

People management experience, with the ability to lead and mentor a team

A collaborative approach and the confidence to work with internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies

Fluent English and excellent communication skills

Must already have the right to work in the UK

What next?
If you're looking for a senior role where you can make a real impact and bring your expertise to a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you. Send your CV or contact us to find out more.