Director, Regulatory Strategy Planning & Operations

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals; Kentucky; On-site; USD 183,000 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity awards

Pension

401(k) match

Health programs

Fitness center

Insurance benefits

Paid time off

Family benefits

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. seeks a Director to join the Regulatory Strategy Planning & Operations team in the Global Development area. The role oversees strategic objectives, budgeting, and cross-functional alignment, partnering with senior leadership to advance priorities.

The position requires 10+ years in pharma/biotech, BA/BS, and strong MS Office skills; advanced degrees preferred. On-site in NY/NJ with up to 10% travel; competitive total rewards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech with global development ops.
• BA/BS in Business, Marketing, Finance, Science, or related field.
• MS/PhD or MBA preferred with science-oriented experience.
• Knowledge of pharma/biotech operations and drug development.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite (Teams, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Highly organized and strategic thinker; strong communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional strategic change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee objective and goal setting, quarterly reporting, budgeting oversight.
• Coordinate interdepartmental collaboration and issue management.
• Develop dashboards and management reports for leadership decisions.
• Drive strategic initiatives and cross-functional execution with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with HR on onboarding, engagement, and talent reviews.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Executive communication

Education

BA/BS in Business or related field

MS/PhD or MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Project

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

Build our future together: At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Director to join our Regulatory Strategy Planning & Operations team. This role resides in the Global Development area of Regulatory Affairs, Global Patient Safety and Development Quality (RA, GPS & DQ). The Director of Strategy Planning & Operations will work closely with the Senior Director, the broader Strategy Planning & Operations team, the RA, GPS & DQ Leadership Team (LT), and the administrative team to support functional operations and strategic priorities. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

Work Location: Tarrytown, NY or Warren, NJ 4 days per week on site Up to 10% Travel may be required

Discover your role:

This position will oversee strategic activities including objective and goal setting, quarterly reporting, resource and budget planning oversight, team communications, alignment of interdepartmental and cross-functional activities, and issue management. This role works collaboratively as part of the RA, GPS & DQ Strategy and Operations team to help drive the function's vision, mission, and organizational evolution. This role is both strategic and tactical, requiring a nimble problem solver and critical thinker with strong interpersonal skills, discernment, and the ability to shift adeptly between diverse priorities including: Be accountable for collaborating with all RA, GPS & DQ functional lines and, as required, facilitate execution of strategic objectives. Spearhead implementation of initiatives, including project tracking and ensuring appropriate cross-functional connections with key stakeholders. Support stakeholder management across RA, GPS & DQ. Monitor operational performance and quality delivery across the functional organization. Drive the development and tracking of functional goals, including coordinating periodic functional reviews, collating quarterly status updates, and ensuring timely issue escalation and resolution. Facilitate the development, maintenance, and review of management reports and dashboards that enable informed decision-making and strategic action. Facilitate planning discussions, providing visibility and insights to support leadership decision-making. Partner in the development of job descriptions, requisition management activities, headcount openings, and active postings. Collaborate with HR to support employee onboarding, engagement, and talent review processes. Support budget planning and spend tracking activities by coordinating with functional leadership and Finance, providing reporting and insights to inform decision-making. Own key functional meetings, communications, engagement activities, and team events. This includes preparing agendas, meeting materials, tracking actions and deliverables, and driving follow-up activities. Ensure appropriate communication cascades within and outside the organization in partnership with Corporate Communications and the RA, GPS & DQ Chief of Staff. Represent the functional Senior Leadership Team at delegated meetings, events, and activities. May directly supervise administrative support staff for select activities and projects. Actively participate in operational optimization activities supporting the broader Regulatory Affairs, Global Patient Safety & Development Quality organization and the broader Global Development organization. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives. Foster a team environment that reflects the values of the Regeneron Way.

Key internal interfaces:

• Regulatory Affairs, Global Patient Safety & Development Quality (RA, GPS & DQ) Leadership
• Leadership Development Services & Operational Excellence (DS&OE)
• Regeneron Corporate Communications
• Regeneron Human Resource Business Partners (HRBP)
• Regeneron Talent Acquisition (TA)
• Regeneron Finance
• bCALM (Business Contract Administration and Lifecycle Management)

This role requires:

• 10+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience, including planning and operations experience within a global development organization, with demonstrated experience providing strategic oversight, coordination, and operational leadership across cross‑functional teams.
• Minimum BA/BS in Business, Marketing, Finance, Science/Technology, or a related field.
• Advanced degree preferred but not required (MS, PhD, or MBA), particularly with experience supporting a science-based organization or function.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotechnology operations and an understanding of drug development.
• Expertise in Microsoft applications including, but not limited to, Teams, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to synthesize information and think strategically.
• Self‑motivated, flexible, proactive, and able to operate effectively in an ambiguous, fast‑paced environment while meeting deadlines under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership.
• Experience contributing to or leading cross‑functional strategic change initiatives.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex information clearly and concisely.
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Benefits:

• annual bonuses or other incentive plans
• equity awards
• pension or retirement benefits
• 401(k) company match
• health and wellness programs
• fitness centers
• insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability)
• paid time off
• family support benefits

For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship. Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits.

Location and Travel:

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site.

Salary Range:

Salary Range (annually) $183,100.00 - $305,200.00

Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for over 30 years by physician‑scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to nine FDA‑approved treatments and numerous product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurology, infectious diseases and rare diseases. Regeneron is also proud of award winning culture of innovation, being recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021, Fast Company’s Best Workplace for Innovators in 2020, and Forbes JUST companies in 2020, among others.