Regulatory Specialist

Elanco; Covington Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Regulatory Specialist to join the Regulatory Affairs team, delivering timely product registrations and renewals across North West Africa, mainly Tunisia, Morocco, and Libya. You will manage the full lifecycle of registrations and ensure 100% compliance with local regulations for our animal health portfolio.

Travel is minimal; a university degree in Pharmacy or Veterinary Medicine is required along with 3+ years in Regulatory Affairs.

Qualifications

• University degree in Pharmacy or Veterinary Medicine.
• Fluency in French, English and Arabic with strong analytical mindset.
• 3+ years in Regulatory Affairs in local or international company.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end registration process including new submissions and renewals.
• Own interactions with competent authorities in Tunisia, Morocco and Libya.
• Prepare registration dossiers and translations; manage sample requests.
• Ensure labeling and promotional materials comply with local regulations.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update internal stakeholders.

Skills

French

English

Arabic

Education

Pharmacy

Veterinary Medicine

Job description

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role: Regulatory Specialist

As a Regulatory Specialist, you will be part of the Regulatory Affairs team to deliver timely product registrations and renewals across North West Africa (mainly Tunisia, Morocco, and Libya). In this role, you will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of product registrations and ensuring 100% compliance with local regulations for our animal health portfolio.

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end registration process, including new submissions, renewals, and variations, while owning interactions with competent authorities in Tunisia, Morocco, and Libya.
• Compile registration dossiers, arrange translations, and manage sample requests to ensure compliance with local regulations and the yearly registration plan.
• Ensure regulatory compliance of printed packaging materials, label artworks, and promotional materials by reviewing and approving them in accordance with company processes.
• Monitor and interpret changes in local regulatory requirements, providing accurate updates to internal stakeholders and identifying potential risks to mitigate gaps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and support other departments with accurate regulatory information and communication.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• University degree in Pharmacy or Veterinary Medicine.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs within a local or international company.
• Advanced fluency in French, English, and Arabic languages with a strong analytical mindset.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive approach.
• Personal accountability and a strong drive for execution.
• Disciplined and precise mindset regarding data and documentation.

Additional Information:

Travel: Minimal international business trips required

Location:Tunis, Tunisia.

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