Senior Manager and Editor, Regulatory Submissions Strategy

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Professional development stipends

Job summary

Altria in Richmond, VA is seeking a Senior Manager and Editor, Regulatory Submissions Strategy to join its Regulatory Affairs Organization. The role develops, writes, edits, and proofs complex regulatory content, including FDA submissions, translating scientific detail into clear, compliant materials for senior leadership and project teams.

You will drive submission strategy for large-scale documents, manage stakeholders, supervise contract editors, and ensure timely delivery with strict

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Regulatory writing

Editorial skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

eTTD regulatory publishing

Cowork AI tools

RIM tools

Job description

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.

The Senior Manager develops, writes, edits, and proofreads scientific and regulatory communications, including FDA product application submissions, presentations, and other scientific documents. Working closely with scientists, project managers, and senior leadership, this role ensures complex scientific information is translated into clear, accurate, compliant, and high-quality content while maintaining editorial standards and integrating scientific and advocacy objectives across key regulatory submissions.

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.