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Regulatory Affairs Manager (all genders)

Zurich, Canton of Zurich
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The Europe & Canada (EUCAN) Business unit supports Takeda's mission at a regional level and as the leader in rare diseases and specialty care, we champion better health and a brighter future for patients, healthcare providers and our people.

Across the EUCAN BU, patients come first in every decision we make. We develop strategic partnerships which deliver value for society and create a culture within which our people can thrive and reach their full potential.

Our mission is to empower and enable our people to fulfill their potential by embracing diversity and creating a high-performance, collaborative working environment. In the EUCAN region integrity is one of our key values. We put patients, trust and reputation before business and this is one of the main reasons why our people choose to work here.

Job ID R0140414 Date posted 12/17/2024 Location Zurich, Canton of Zurich

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Job Description

People First - At Takeda we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all people and bringing them the hope of a brighter future. It is our passion that transforms every job into meaningful action. Our people are the heart of Takeda. Our team is growing and for this we need bright minds with creativity and flexibility – what talent do you have?

We are currently hiring for a Regulatory Affairs Manager (all genders) on a permanent contract for our Swiss local office in Glattpark (Opfikon).

Your tasks in detail:

  • Manage MA lifecycle maintenance for a defined product portfolio, including local impact assessments of global changes, preparation, and filing of renewals, variations (CMC and non-CMC), labeling updates, PSUR/PBRERs etc. to ensure national registrations and comply with Swiss local requirements.
  • Applications for new Marketing Authorization and line-/ indication extensions in collaboration with global and local functions as eCTD Format to Swissmedic
  • Ensure compliance of labelling (and mock-ups) with the CCDSs and manage communication to internal and external stakeholders as applicable to ensure timely implementation
  • Contact for the assigned products towards Swissmedic and respond within required Deadlines to Swiss Authorities
  • Represent Regulatory Affairs for the defined product portfolio in internal cross-functional meetings and projects
  • Support LOC QA Switzerland for product releases
  • Maintain global and local regulatory databases and systems to ensure accurate records of regulatory activities and documentation
  • Review promotional and educational materials for the assigned product portfolio
  • Contribute to Regulatory Intelligence and assess impact on local business and products
  • Striving for a performance-based culture and deliver operational excellence working in a cross-functional environment within R&D and the Commercial business based on the company’s values of Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business.

Your profile:

  • University degree in Pharmacy or other scientific studies
  • Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in Regulatory Affairs within a  pharmaceutical company, CRO, similar organization in Switzerland or Swissmedic.
  • Advanced knowledge of applicable Swiss laws, regulations, and codices for pharmaceutical industry in Switzerland
  • Business fluency in German and English (speaking and writing)
  • Cross-functional mindset: Strong communicator with the ability to engage both external and internal customers
  • Growth mindset: Strong ability to assimilate information (technical, regulatory, scientific) and discuss the relevance and impact on the assigned product portfolio and/or Marketing Authorization Applications 
  • Readiness to adapt to changing situations and drive necessary adaptations

Desirable Additional Skills:

  • Additional national language is a plus (French / Italian)

Empowering our people to shine

At Takeda, we earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance. We incorporate these values in everything we do. They represent who we are and how we act. They help us make decisions that we can be proud of today and in the future. We enable our employees to develop their full potential. As a global top employer, we offer exciting career paths, promote innovation and strive for top performance in everything we do. Takeda fosters an inclusive, collaborative and international work environment where our teams are united by their relentless commitment to our goal of improving people's health and creating a better future for the world. Learn more at takedajobs.com.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our heart are committed colleagues. We offer interested people numerous opportunities and strongly believe in, and promote, diversity, equity and inclusion. As a company we offer roles based on merit, welcoming candidates of any gender, age, religious belief, race or ethnic origin or disability.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!

Locations

Zurich, Switzerland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

80-100%
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Success profile

What makes a successful team member within EUCAN at Takeda?

  • Agile
  • Analytical
  • Enthusiastic
  • Ambitious
  • Collaborative
  • Entrepreneurial
Believe in your own ability to do things you want to do. If you do that, things will happen.

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  • Takeda named Global Top Employer for seventh consecutive year. Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • About Takeda At Takeda, there is an unwavering commitment to putting patients first, and to creating a workplace that is underpinned by empowerment and focused on diversity, collaboration and steadfast values.
  • Europe & Canada Business Unit Takeda in Europe and Canada (EUCAN) is delivering leading innovations in oncology, gastroenterology and rare diseases to provide better health and a brighter future for patients.

Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


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People


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Planet


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