Senior Manager and Editor, Regulatory Submissions Strategy

Altria Client Services LLC; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Relocation benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Annual bonus

Professional development stipends

Parental leave

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Volunteer days

Job summary

Altria Client Services LLC in Richmond, VA, is seeking a Senior Manager and Editor, Regulatory Submissions Strategy to join its Regulatory Affairs Organization on a hybrid schedule with relocation benefits.

You will help develop strategy for large FDA submissions, write and edit documents, manage internal stakeholders, and coordinate contract editors to meet timelines while maintaining quality and compliance across complex regulatory content.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in regulatory, scientific, legal, or related field.
• 8+ years writing or editing business, regulatory, scientific, or legal documents.
• Experience with FDA submission processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy for large-scale FDA submission documents.
• Write and edit submission documents, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Edit and proofread content including slides and printed materials for clarity and consistency.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality written materials with version control across large documents.
• Manage internal stakeholders across scientists, senior management, project managers, and authors.
• Coordinate contract editorial resources to meet submission timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Editorial excellence

Stakeholder management

Critical thinking

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in regulatory/scientific/legal or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Regulatory publishing systems (eTTD)

AI tools (Cowork)

Job description

Together We Innovate. Together We Change. Support communications on complex scientific and regulatory submissions for a Fortune 500 company with some of the most iconic brands in its industry! Have a bachelor's degree with 8+ years' experience writing or editing business, public affairs, regulatory, scientific, or legal documents? If so, we want to speak with you! We are actively recruiting a Senior Manager and Editor, Regulatory Submissions Strategy to join our Regulatory Affairs Organization in Richmond, VA. with a Hybrid work schedule, relocation benefits will be provided.

What you'll be doing:

• Participate in development of strategy for large-scale FDA submission documents.
• Write and edit submission documents, effectively integrating science and advocacy into clear, accurate, and compliant communications.
• Edit and proofread a range of content - including printed materials and slide presentations - to ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, and application of required editorial style.
• Ensure timely delivery of consistent, high-quality, accurate, and complete written materials, maintaining quality and version control across large-scale documents.
• Manage internal stakeholder relationships with scientists, senior management, project managers, and science authors to deliver the best written product.
• Supervise and coordinate contract editorial resources as needed to meet submission timelines and quality standards.

We want you to have:

• Bachelor's degree in a regulatory, scientific, legal, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience writing or editing business, public affairs, regulatory, scientific, or legal documents.
• Working knowledge of FDA processes and requirements; direct experience developing FDA submissions strongly preferred.
• Advanced written and editorial skills, with exceptional attention to detail and a strong command of grammar, style, and usage.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex scientific and technical information using excellent critical-thinking skills.
• Proven ability to influence without authority and to collaborate effectively across broad and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet timelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Sharepoint; familiarity with electronic document management and regulatory publishing systems (e.g., eTTD) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use Cowork and other AI tools to increase efficiency.
• RIM tool experience preferred.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $132,500.00 - $202,100.00.

Why You'll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported - both at work and in life. Here's what you'll find here:

• Work where connection and flexibility meet - enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday), while maintaining the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Our hybrid approach empowers you to stay connected, collaborate with colleagues, and manage your schedule in a way that works best for you.
• Own your time - start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong - where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work - annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on - 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals - get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most - comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones - paid parental and bonding leave for life's biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work - programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back - paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits - we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.