Head of Regulatory Affairs

AMS
Reading
4 months ago
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Join a global leader in healthcare that is dedicated to improving lives through innovation and compliance excellence. With a focus on strategic growth and transformation, this is your opportunity to work in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment and make a meaningful impact on regulatory processes and product success.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Regulatory Affairs to lead and manage regulatory strategies across a diverse portfolio of products, including licensed medicines, cosmetics, medical devices, and food supplements. Based in Reading, this position offers a unique opportunity to drive impactful regulatory initiatives, ensure compliance with UK and EU regulations, and support strategic business transformation.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute regulatory strategies to ensure compliance and timely market access.
  • Evaluate product classification, claims, and risk/benefit to guide regulatory submissions and lifecycle decisions.
  • Prepare, review, and submit regulatory dossiers and notifications (e.g., CPNP for cosmetics) for local and international markets.
  • Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities, licensing partners, and trade associations (e.g., PAGB, CTPA), ensuring effective communication across the organization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Marketing, Product Development, and Supply Chain, to align regulatory input with business objectives.
  • Oversee regulatory review and sign-off of product artwork and promotional materials, ensuring compliance with legislation and codes of practice.
  • Maintain regulatory documentation and systems, ensuring audit readiness and compliance with Health & Safety and Quality standards.
  • Lead and develop the Regulatory Affairs team, managing resources, supporting succession planning, and overseeing a regulatory budget of over €2 million.
Required Skills
  • Extensive experience in Regulatory Affairs, including navigating complex regulatory landscapes and supporting successful product launches and lifecycle management.
  • Significant experience in the consumer goods industry, preferably in consumer healthcare, cosmetics, or related areas.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of UK and EU regulatory frameworks for cosmetics, medical devices, and food supplements (experience with licensed medicines is a plus).
  • Hands-on experience with regulatory submissions and direct interactions with health authorities.
  • Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement

If you’re ready to make a real impact, thrive in a dynamic environment, and lead a high-performing team through strategic regulatory transformation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

Job Details
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Strategy/Planning and Project Management
  • Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing


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