Regulatory Affairs Manager

Merck Healthcare
City of London, England
6 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Regulatory Affairs Manager

Cure Talent Curbridge, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Cure Talent Didcot, United Kingdom

QA and RA Manager

Eclectic Recruitment Impington, United Kingdom

Manager, Label Strategist (Regulatory Affairs)

Carbon 60 Maidenhead, Berkshire, United Kingdom
£60 – £70 ph

Medical Devices Consultant - Senior Mechanical Engineer

Newton Colmore Cambridge, United Kingdom

Mechanical Test Engineer - Medical Devices - Cambridge

Newton Colmore Cambridge, United Kingdom
Posted
29 Oct 2025 (6 months ago)
Overview

Join to apply for the Regulatory Affairs Manager role at Merck Healthcare.

We are looking for a Regulatory Affairs Manager to join our regulatory team in the UK. In this position, you will be responsible for key regulatory activities for the UK and Republic of Ireland, including necessary interactions with Health Authorities to ensure the maintenance of Marketing Authorisations for the company\'s product portfolio. Your tasks will encompass the life cycle management of marketed products as well as the registration of new compounds, including potential Early Access Programmes for new assets.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive in country submission management from planning to finalizing local submissions (including review and approval of dossiers, new documentation for label and artwork when applicable).
  • Drive local cross-functional alignment and quality control of regulatory applications/documentation in accordance with regional and local regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as the point of contact for Health Authorities to foster and maintain close relationships.
  • Support Named Patient programs and Early Access Programs for new assets.
  • Enable the documentation and communication of regulatory intelligence.
  • Contribute regulatory affairs input for cross-functionally crisis management such as quality alerts, stock-outs and maintain Health Authorities interaction.
  • Review and approve promotional material.
  • Provide relevant support for clinical trials as necessary.
Who You Are
  • Bachelor\'s degree (or above) in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in the regulatory affairs field (RA proficiency) with the UK and EU.
  • Experience in managing regulatory submissions and HA interactions.
  • Proven ability to execute assigned task independently, strong project management skills and a proactive communication approach.
  • Effective time management skills to multi-task several initiatives with demonstrated ability to achieve success.
What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Seniority level
  • Associate
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Research and Science
Industries
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing


#J-18808-Ljbffr

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Where to Advertise Medical Technology Jobs in the UK (2026 Guide)

Advertising medical technology jobs in the UK requires a different approach to most technical hiring. The medtech candidate pool spans biomedical engineers, regulatory affairs specialists, clinical scientists, software engineers working within IEC 62304 and MDR frameworks, imaging scientists and commercial professionals with deep healthcare sector knowledge. General job boards consistently conflate medical technology with broader healthcare, pharmaceutical and IT roles — producing high application volumes but low candidate quality for specialist medtech positions. This guide, published by MedicalTechnologyJobs.co.uk, covers where to advertise medical technology roles in the UK in 2026, how the main platforms compare, what employers should expect to pay, and what the data says about hiring across different role types.

How Many Medical Technology Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a Medical Technology Job?

If you’re pursuing a career in medical technology, it can feel like the toolkit is endlessly long: imaging systems, data analysis software, regulatory platforms, testing frameworks, prototyping tools, CAD, quality management systems, signal processing libraries and more. Scroll job boards or LinkedIn, and it’s easy to think you need to know every tool under the sun just to secure an interview. Here’s the honest truth most hiring managers won’t explicitly tell you: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every tool — they hire you because you understand the underlying principles and can apply the right tool in the right context to solve real problems. Tools matter — absolutely — but they are secondary to problem-solving ability, clinical awareness, engineering rigour and the ability to deliver safe, reliable solutions. So how many medical technology tools do you actually need to know to get a job? For most job seekers, the answer is far fewer than you think. This article explains what employers really want, which tools are core, which are role-specific, and how to focus your learning so you look confident, competent and end-game ready.

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Medical Technology Job Applications (UK Guide)

Medical technology (MedTech) is one of the most dynamic and high-impact sectors in the UK — spanning medical devices, diagnostics, digital health, AI-assisted systems, wearables, imaging, robotics and clinical software. At the same time, hiring managers are exceptionally selective because MedTech roles demand technical excellence, regulated safety awareness, clinical context and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Whether you’re applying for roles in R&D, engineering, quality & regulatory, clinical validation, product management or software development for medical systems, hiring managers don’t read every word of your CV. They scan it quickly — often deciding within the first 10–20 seconds whether to continue reading. This guide breaks down exactly what hiring managers look for first in medical technology applications — and how you can make your CV, portfolio and cover letter stand out in the UK market.