Head International CMC Regulatory Affairs

The Head International CMC Regulatory Affairs reports to the Executive Director, International Regulatory Strategy and is accountable for and leading a team of regulatory professionals responsible for strategy, delivery and execution of international CMC Regulatory strategy and leadership across the product lifecycle. The role possesses strategic leadership skills and has the depth of knowledge and experience within the CMC Regulatory environment. Influential in cross functional discussions with relevant senior internal and external stakeholders to deliver the overarching international CMC regulatory strategy for AstraZeneca's medicines portfolio. This is across development and commercial products, to secure approval, ensure continuity of drug supply and maintain regulatory compliance. The position has significant impact on achievement of AstraZeneca's financial and business goals. What you will do: You will partner with Research, Development & Operations experts to build innovative strategies for development of current and future drug portfolio and identify activities to define effective regulatory strategy on a global basis. You will contribute to the strategic development of the International CMC Regulatory Affairs function, collaborating with senior colleagues across Regulatory Affairs, R&D and Global Operations to ensure overall strategic alignment to meet AZ's portfolio goals. You will work with Operations Supply Chain leadership to define strategy and priorities for optimisation of commercial supply chain for a portfolio of products. Attend Supply Committee as needed providing Regulatory input into proposals impacting global supply.

• Experience in Regulatory Affairs, with focus on CMC. Other relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, for example in CMC Development, Quality Control, Manufacture, or relevant roles in Regulatory Agency
• Strong strategic thinking and influencing skills at all levels across cultural interfaces
• Significant experience in leading and developing teams of people
• Ability to establish and foster excellent cross functional collaborations and communicate at multiple levels of the organization
• Strong leadership skills working in an international environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Develops People and Organisation - builds capability for the organisation
Desirable Skills/Experience:
• Experience of leading or contributing to significant change programs
• Experience of Product Development, DPOM and associated resource requirements
• Extensive in-depth knowledge of regulatory procedures and processes
  
  At AstraZeneca, we bring hope and solutions to patients with unmet needs across the globe. As Regulatory professionals working on products, we take innovative Regulatory approaches to bring life-changing treatments to patients.