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Regulatory Affairs Manager

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In-Office
London, England, GBR
Mid level
In-Office
London, England, GBR
Mid level
Lead UK regulatory strategy and maintain competitive licences for AstraZeneca products. Deliver clinical trial approvals, ensure regulatory compliance, support cross-functional projects, and optimise submissions and lifecycle maintenance for UK licences while applying drug development, audit, and inspection knowledge.
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Regulatory Affairs Manager

Type: Permanent

Location: Pancras Square, London

Introduction to role

Deliver and maintain competitive licences for the UK, driving regulatory strategy for new initiatives and ensuring regulatory compliance for defined product and project responsibilities, including project leadership. Achieve timely delivery of clinical trial approvals and maintain high regulatory compliance standards for the UK through provision of local regulatory expertise. Support the development of AstraZeneca investigational and in-licensed/co-development products through valued contributions to cross-functional projects, study feasibility questionnaires, scientific advice meetings, and other related activities. Ensure full compliance with GRP requirements in line with the local Quality Management System (QMS) SOP and all other AstraZeneca policies and standards.

Accountabilities

  • Generate Competitive Licences (0-40%)
  • Regulatory Compliance & Governance (0-10%)
  • Commercial Support (0-15%)
  • Formulate and Influence Regulatory Strategy (0-15%)
  • Lead the Organisation and Improve productivity (0-10%)
  • Clinical Support (0-10%)

Essential Skills/Experience

  • Life Sciences Degree or appropriate professional qualifications
  • 4+ years experience working within a Regulatory Affairs organisation in a UK-based or Global Pharmaceutical company
  • Post-Brexit UK Regulatory experience
  • Business Relationship Management and ability to navigate and coordinate cross-functional interactions
  • Operational regulatory experience in the pharmaceutical industry with time spent in a commercially aware role
  • Demonstrable negotiation skills
  • Ability to make optimal use of IT systems
  • Use of external regulatory environment and scientific knowledge skills to build a productive, positive and trustworthy relationship with local health authorities to drive meaningful interactions to the benefit of patients
  • Lifecycle maintenance of UK Regulatory licenses, including different types of submissions including but not limited to CMC, Labelling, etc.
  • Optimisation and continuous improvement of submissions throughout the product lifecycle, applying global quality standards and timelines
  • Development of regulatory strategy aligned with the disease area strategy/target product profiles, providing sustainable competitive advantage in alignment with product development and commercialisation strategies
  • Application of the knowledge of changing regulatory environments to ensure compliance, minimise risk and create business opportunities
  • Application of Drug Development Knowledge
  • Audit and Inspection Knowledge

Desirable Skills/Experience

  • Therapy area expertise in Oncology
  • Experience with clinical trial applications (CTA) and trial maintenance activities
  • Experience in creating and delivering regulatory strategies for Marketing Authorisation Applications and New Indications
  • Experience working in Veeva systems
  • Management of reaction to change & remaining effective in new work situations & times of uncertainty; Assessment of, planning for & managing the impact on stakeholders arising from changes & applying change management techniques to appropriately engage stakeholders
  • A robust understanding of the disease and therapeutic area including the regulatory and health technology assessment environment in the major markets, competitor landscape, and predictable barriers/obstacles in development

At AstraZeneca, we change the practice of medicine by generating compelling medical evidence that helps physicians better treat patients at every point in their journey. Our cross-functional teams work seamlessly together, leveraging diverse skills to advance our pipeline and redefine cancer treatment. We foster a culture of openness, transparency, ambition, and drive. Here, you will find a supportive environment where you can grow your career while making a significant impact on patients' lives.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

Date Posted

23-Jun-2026

Closing Date

04-Jul-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

AstraZeneca London, England Office

4 Kingdom St, London, United Kingdom, W2 6BD

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