Head of Regulatory and Quality, APAC

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology innovator is seeking a Regulatory and Quality leader in Singapore. This role involves overseeing compliance and quality strategies across the APAC region, leading regulatory activities, and mentoring teams. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a scientific field, have significant experience in medical device regulations, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Career development prospects

Strategic leadership role with regional impact

Qualifications

• Experience in medical device Regulatory and Quality roles.
• Proven leadership experience with regional or global scope.
• Strong knowledge of APAC regulatory requirements and QMS standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality and regulatory compliance activities across the APAC region.
• Develop and implement quality systems and processes in alignment with industry standards.
• Monitor changes in regulatory policies and update internal processes accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches and market access.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Quality management systems (QMS)

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical discipline

Job description

• Lead Regulatory and Quality strategy across diverse APAC markets
• Drive compliance and innovation in a global medical device organization

About Our Client

Our client is a global medical technology innovator committed to delivering breakthrough solutions that improve patient outcomes and redefine healthcare standards. With a strong presence in over multiple countries, they offer a dynamic environment where strategic thinking and operational excellence drive meaningful impact.

Job Description

• Lead quality and regulatory compliance activities across the APAC region
• Develop and implement quality systems and processes in alignment with industry standards
• Ensure compliance with regional regulatory requirements for life science products
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches and market access
• Conduct audits and inspections to maintain quality and regulatory compliance
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on regulatory requirements and quality standards
• Monitor changes in regulatory policies and update internal processes accordingly
• Act as a key liaison with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders in the APAC region. Serve as a member of APAC Leadership and Global teams
• Oversee product registrations and lifecycle maintenance in APAC
• Develop and maintain regulatory systems aligned with global QMS
• Lead interactions with Health Authorities and manage compliance processes
• Build and mentor in-country Regulatory and Quality teams to strengthen regional capability
• Manage relationships with distributors and license holders for compliance
• Develop APAC regulatory strategies to support business growth
• Ensure audit readiness and lead regulatory due diligence
• Stay current with regional and international regulations and standards
• Manage budget and provide leadership to teams

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical discipline
• Experience in medical device Regulatory and Quality roles
• Proven leadership experience with regional or global scope
• Strong knowledge of APAC regulatory requirements and QMS standards
• Familiarity with FDA and EU CE marking processes is an advantage
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills

What's on Offer

• Strategic leadership role with regional impact
• Opportunity to shape Regulatory and Quality practices in a global Medical Device organisation
• Competitive remuneration and career development prospects

Contact

Vanessa Chan (Lic No: R2197577/ EA no: 18S9099)

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JN-122025-6911241

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