Regulatory Affairs Student Placement

Opella Healthcare Group SAS; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Opella Healthcare Group is offering a Regulatory Affairs Student Placement in Reading, UK. Join our dynamic team to gain hands-on experience with regulatory documents and collaborate across teams. This full-time hybrid role will enable you to significantly impact consumer self-care solutions while developing valuable professional skills.

Benefits

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Real-world experience in regulatory affairs

Supportive, hybrid work environment

Opportunity to make a difference in healthcare

Qualifications

• Full-time student status for the 2025-2026 academic year.
• A keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills.
• The ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support the review, upload, and management of regulatory documents.
• Generate and share reports to support regulatory decision-making.
• Assist in planning and executing regulatory projects using scientific AI tools.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Experience with digital platforms

Experience with scientific AI tools

Education

Regulatory Affairs in Pharmaceutical Science or biomedical-related program

Job description

Regulatory Affairs Student Placement - Opella UK

Location: Reading, UK
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Duration: 12 months | Full-time (40 hrs/week)
Hybrid: 3 days/week in our Reading office

Empower Your Future. Shape the Future of Self-Care.

About Us:

Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market.

We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet.

That's why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core.

Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands.

This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers.

We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification.

At Opella Consumer Healthcare, we're on a mission to serve healthier, fuller lives. As part of our Western Europe Regulatory Affairs team, you'll join a diverse, purpose-driven community where your curiosity and ideas are valued. This is more than a placement-it's your opportunity to grow, contribute, and make a real impact.

About the Opportunity

We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented student to support our Regulatory Affairs team across the UK and Western Europe. You'll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and gain hands-on experience with digital and scientific AI tools in a fast-paced, inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a valued team member, you will:

Support the review, upload, and management of regulatory documents in our database Generate and share reports to support regulatory decision-making Assist in planning and executing regulatory projects using scientific AI tools Create and deliver presentations and summaries for internal and external stakeholders Coordinate meetings and provide administrative support to the UK & WEU Regulatory teams Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs and Commercial teams Contribute to a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

We welcome applicants who bring diverse perspectives and a passion for learning. You'll thrive in this role if you have:

Regulatory Affairs in Pharmaceutical Science or biomedial -related undergraduate or graduate program

A keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills

The ability to work independently and take initiative Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A collaborative mindset and team spirit Experience with digital platforms and scientific AI tools Full-time student status for the 2025-2026 academic year

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a global healthcare leader with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Gain real-world experience in regulatory affairs and digital innovation
• Work in a supportive, hybrid environment that values your growth
• Make a difference in the lives of millions through self-care solutions

Why us?

At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day.

We Are Challengers.
We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things:
All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs.
Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity.
Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity.
Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be.

Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.
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