Regulatory Affairs Director, Global Regulatory Strategy

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 186,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is looking for a Regulatory Affairs Director, Global Regulatory Strategy in Boston, MA. This pivotal role entails developing regulatory strategies and ensuring compliance for unique products aimed at rare diseases. The candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams and regulatory authorities to drive successful registrations and lifecycle management.

Benefits

Flexible working commitments

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in regulatory affairs in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of drug development and regulatory policy.
• Ability to manage complex issues and coordinate multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee global regulatory strategies.
• Lead preparation for regulatory authority meetings.
• Collaborate with Senior Management and various functions.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Strategic regulatory advice

Scientific judgment

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in life science

Postgraduate degrees (e.g. MSc, PhD)

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Office)

Job description

Regulatory Affairs Director, Global Regulatory Strategy

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Position Summary:

The Regulatory Affairs Director (RAD), Global Regulatory Strategy will be responsible for the development and implementation of global regulatory strategies for all assigned products and therapeutic areas, with the intention of achieving successful registration and lifecycle management of unique and technologically complex products serving patients with rare diseases and unmet medical needs.

Position Summary:

The Regulatory Affairs Director (RAD), Global Regulatory Strategy will be responsible for the development and implementation of global regulatory strategies for all assigned products and therapeutic areas, with the intention of achieving successful registration and lifecycle management of unique and technologically complex products serving patients with rare diseases and unmet medical needs.

This individual will, with a high sense of urgency, lead cross-Regulatory teams and be accountable to provide key regulatory input to Global Program and/or Medicine Teams (GPTs/GMTs) deliverables. The individual will also ensure effective communication and constructive working relationships with business partners and representatives of regulatory authorities.

You will be responsible for:

• Accountable to develop and oversee global regulatory strategies, in the defined therapeutic area or portfolio.
• Provide regulatory strategic oversight for products and/or projects in the relevant therapeutic areas/portfolio, as assigned, aligned to overall Enterprise objectives through initial registration and subsequent lifecycle management;
• Lead and support staff in preparation for regulatory authority meetings and provide input to submission strategy and other critical regulatory documents. May represent Alexion as point contact with relevant Health Authorities and/or lead interactions with such authorities or other relevant external stakeholders.
• Provide input to internal Governance and advisory bodies from which GRA staff can seek insight on strategic and procedural/operational issues as they arise.
• Actively collaborate with Senior Management and Enterprise functions (e.g. Clinical, Commercial, Medical Affairs, amongst others) to provide portfolio or therapeutic level regulatory insight and broader drug development expertise.
• Actively be up to date on latest regulatory requirements and trends, and contribute to the shaping of the regulatory science environment. Support regulatory intelligence and policy priorities based on Alexion and AstraZeneca’s internal knowledge and expertise.
• Ensure exemplary behavior, leadership, ethics and transparency within the Enteprise, with Health Authorities and other external stakeholders.
  
  
  

You will need to have:

• 8+ years of Regulatory experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with significant track record on Global Strategies.
• Strong knowledge of drug development and regulatory policy, coupled by excellent scientific and business judgment.
• Experience providing strategic regulatory advice for the global development of products through all stages of development including pre-approval and marketed assets.
• Successful track record in registering and overseeing regulatory strategies for assets.
• Ability to manage complex issues and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously in a time-sensitive fashion.
• Ability to build intra- and inter-team relationships and collaborate in a global team environment at all levels of the organization, especially Senior Management.
• Strong interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record practicing sound judgment as it relates to risk assessment
• Highly conversant and knowledgeable of new and emerging regulations and guidances. Understanding of GxPs at relevant areas and solid understanding of where to seek and how to interpret regulatory information.
  
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree, life science highly desirable
• Postgraduate degrees relevant to the role (e.g. MSc, PhD) a plus
• Additional certification and/or training relevant to the role over the past
  
  
  

Competences

• Excellent use of Microsoft 365 (Office) tools, ideally well skilled on the use of PowerPoint
• Proficient in English in the Corporate setting. Additional languages are a plus
  
  
  

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Competitive salary and benefits package on offer.

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $186,232.80 - 279,349.20. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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