Job Description

Director of Regulatory

Remote Canada

Introduction

We are currently hiring a Director or Regulatory to join a leading global pharmaceutical solutions organization dedicated to improving lives. They partner with pharmaceutical innovators and healthcare providers to help facilitate access to essential pharmaceuticals and healthcare products. Their services range from drug discovery support to lifecycle management, which helps empower pharmaceutical and biopharma companies of all sizes to realize the full potential of their products.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing client proposals and generating new business, including leading presentations to potential RA clients, and participating in multifunctional presentations
• Prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous projects to meet budget (including invoice review), timelines and client expectations; anticipate and resolve emerging issues
• Responsible for development and implementation of RA activities including assessments, strategies, submissions and agency interactions, applying expert knowledge in core area of regulatory practice (e.g., CMC, Medical Devices, CTAs, US etc.) and at least basic knowledge outside of core area
• Maintain target billables by obtaining new business
• Creates opportunities to build agency relationships by participating in professional activities such as offering industry training, conference presentations, publications and webinars
• Leads client and agency interface, with responsibility for strengthening relationships and growing the business. Responsible for the quality of deliverables, by ensuring compliance with the company and client review and approval processes; identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement
• Develop and maintain partnerships with senior decision-makers to build the business, resolve significant issues, and create opportunities
• Analyze data, the regulatory environment and business objectives to make and implement recommendations, using judgement to identify innovative solutions while managing uncertainty.
• Lead and advise clients and cross-functional teams on agency interactions Leads decision-making and conflict resolution surrounding regulatory issues within cross-functional teams
• Proactively identifies, shares and interprets regulatory intelligence
• Manage multiple simultaneous projects to ensure that they are on budget, meet timelines and client expectations.
• Engages in continuous learning activities in order to provide effective consulting services and be a sought-after resource.
• Develop and manage 0-2 regulatory direct reports at Manager level or below, as assigned including but not limited to assignment delegation, time and budget management, skill and knowledge development

Requirements

• B.Sc. degree in life sciences (Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry or Pharmacy) or Engineering.
• Advanced Degree in related field is preferred
• 12+ years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs or related functions in pharmaceutical/biologic/medical device development/manufacturing. In-depth experience in a designated area of specialization (e.g. Medical devices, clinical trials, CMC) may be required
• Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and other certifications are an asset
• Prior consulting experience is preferred.
• Broad understanding of international regulations, processes and issues in drug/biologics/medical device development. Includes sound knowledge of ICH, Health Canada, FDA, EMA, and other relevant guidelines with focus in area of specialization such as CMC, biologics, pharmaceuticals, Clinical Trials, OTC/NHPs medical devices, or FDA..
• In depth experience of successfully managing Health Authorities interactions on a regional basis
• In depth regulatory expertise in the area of regulatory specialization required for the role, such as medical devices, CMC, or advertising/promotion
• Extensive experience and working knowledge of a wide range of regulatory submission types.
• Superior project management skills to manage multiple concurrent projects within established timelines in a dynamic environment
• Advanced strategic planning and complex problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues with innovative solutions effectively and efficiently
• Demonstrated senior leadership abilities in a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Ability to drive results in a team environment
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Effective organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to consistently meet deadline
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook Ability to develop professional networks that will drive business development and regulatory intelligence

What We Offer

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About Us

Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That’s what we continually strive for. Over 45 years, we’ve created a global network of interesting clients and talented individuals working together through a vast array of services.

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