
Head of Regulatory
Moscow, Moscow- Job Type: Full Time
- Job Level: Senior
- Travel: Minimal (if any)
Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.
In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.
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Job Description
PURPOSE OF JOB
The Head of Regulatory is responsible for overseeing the entire product registration process within the assigned region to ensure uninterrupted patient access to therapy.
DUTIES
• Provides operational leadership on all matters related to the timely state registration of the company’s products, as well as the renewal of registrations and amendments to regulatory documents, including updates in compliance with EAEU legislation.
• Develops and implements regulatory strategies to ensure the successful GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) inspection of the company’s production sites and those of partner companies.
• Ensures the creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitors relevant regulatory legislation, identifies trends and potential changes, and adjusts work plans accordingly.
• Manages changes and risks in regulatory processes.
• Leads comprehensive cross-functional projects.
• Personally adheres to and ensures compliance within the area of responsibility with Russian legislation, ethical business practices adopted by the company and the industry, and business etiquette rules.
• Ensures effective team management.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCES
• Knowledge of current pharmaceutical industry regulatory legislation and development trends.
• Strong expertise in preparing documentation for submission to regulatory authorities.
• Understanding of the competitive landscape in the company’s areas of operation within the pharmaceutical market.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships, fostering trust with key opinion leaders, independent medical experts, and company partners.
• Strategic and entrepreneurial thinking to identify new ways to meet patient needs and achieve results.
• Creating an environment that inspires and motivates employees to drive the company’s success.
• Developing the next generation of leaders to sustain the company’s competitiveness.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Extensive experience in medicines registration within a biopharmaceutical company, including the preparation of documentation for submission to regulatory authorities and successful engagement with regulatory bodies.
• Over 5 years of managerial experience in the field of drug registration.
• Higher education in pharmacy, chemistry, or medicine.
• A PhD or Doctorate in pharmaceutical, chemical, or medical sciences.
• Fluency in English.
Locations
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