SEA Head of Regulatory Affairs

Abbott; Singapore; On-site; SGD 155,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global healthcare firm is seeking a Head of Regulatory Affairs for Southeast Asia. This role involves managing regulatory submissions, developing strategies for new product introductions, and ensuring compliance across the region. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have at least 7 years' experience in regulatory affairs within medical devices. Strong communication and project management skills are essential to navigate cross-functional challenges and maintain regulatory success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in Regulatory Affairs in Medical Devices, preferably in IVDs.
• Demonstrated capacity in project management.

Responsibilities

• Drive regulatory submission plans for Southeast Asia.
• Manage regulatory functional report for timely submissions and approvals.
• Lead innovative regulatory strategy for New Product Introduction.
• Ensure compliance and maintain commercial availability.
• Develop regional metrics for Key Performance Indicators.

Skills

Regulatory Affairs in Medical Devices

Project Management

Medical Diagnostics Industry Knowledge

Cross-functional Navigation

Communication Skills in English

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Integrity and Diplomacy

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in Biomedical / Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Engineering or other Life Sciences

Job description

Head of Regulatory Affairs, Southeast Asia

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life‑changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 103,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Overview

For the Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Infectious Disease (ARDx) – we are looking for a talented and dynamic Regulatory professional to lead and manage all related Regulatory Affairs (RA) activities for the Abbott portfolio in Southeast Asia (SEA) countries (Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Myanmar) and manage new product innovation in the region as part of the APAC RA regional team.

Responsibilities

• Drive, develop and support regulatory submission plans for the region in collaboration with project team, manufacturing sites, supply chain, marketing, country manager and distributor countries
• Responsible for RA functional report for Southeast Asia countries; manage the team to ensure timely submission and approval of quality best‑in‑class regulatory documentation for pre‑market registrations, change notification, or renewal registrations to support product life cycle management as per business needs
• Lead the development and execution of innovative regulatory strategy for New Product Introduction (NPI) in the region; analyze and identify regulatory requirements against project needs
• Lead, manage and track execution of major regulatory transition in the region to ensure compliance and maintain commercial availability (e.g., EU IVDR)
• Work closely with relevant manufacturing sites and other functions to obtain all the necessary documents to support product registration, renewal, or amendment to existing product certificates
• Ensure timely execution of regulatory strategies as per plan
• Track regulatory milestones in internal Regulatory database
• Develop, manage, and report regional metrics to track and define Key Performance Indicators for SEA countries
• Represent RA and/or APAC at relevant meetings
• Responsible for review of promotional material for assigned geography location
• Support Abbott strategic Quality and Regulatory Affairs goals and objectives
• Monitor developing regulations and gather regulatory intelligence that may be relevant to the business; conduct impact assessment and disseminate as appropriate to key stakeholders
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders, internal or external, including key opinion leaders and key influencers in regulatory bodies & industry associations while building Abbott Rapid Diagnostics credibility and trust
• Attract, develop, and retain a high‑performing regulatory organization while developing a strong talent and leadership pipeline capable of delivering regulatory success in a changing market environment

Reporting to

• APAC RA Head ARDx (solid)
• General Manager, SEA region (dotted)

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher degree in Biomedical / Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Engineering or other Life Sciences
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience in Regulatory Affairs in Medical Devices, preferably in IVDs

Competencies and Attributes

• Demonstrable working knowledge of the medical diagnostics industry, including Software as a Medical Device (SaMD)
• Demonstrated capacity in project management
• Able to navigate in a cross‑functional environment
• Knowledge of the APAC regulatory environment (ASEAN, SAARC countries), including SaMD, US FDA, AMDD, IVDR (EU 2017 / 746), IMDRF and regional digital health regulations and requirements, legislation, industry standards and guidance
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and an ability to influence, lead, negotiate and work effectively at all levels
• Attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Highest levels of integrity and diplomacy
• Capacity to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality internally and externally

An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.