Director Global Regulatory Labeling


Boston
Permanent
$200,000 - $250,000 USD a year
Regulatory
PR/601599_1784222545
Director Global Regulatory Labeling

Director, Global Regulatory Labeling

A leading biopharmaceutical organization dedicated to advancing innovative medicines for patients worldwide is seeking a Director, Global Regulatory Labeling Strategy to join its Regulatory Affairs team.

This individual will provide strategic leadership for global labeling activities across a portfolio of development and commercial products. The role will be responsible for driving labeling strategy, overseeing key labeling deliverables, and partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure labeling content is scientifically accurate, compliant, and aligned with broader product objectives.

The ideal candidate will bring deep regulatory labeling expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders within a complex global environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute global labeling strategies across multiple products and stages of development.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the development, review, and maintenance of product labeling.
  • Serve as a strategic labeling advisor to regulatory, clinical, safety, medical, commercial, and quality stakeholders.
  • Author, review, and manage labeling content and supporting documentation for global regulatory submissions.
  • Drive implementation of labeling updates based on emerging clinical, safety, and regulatory information.
  • Support interactions with health authorities related to labeling strategy and content.
  • Monitor evolving regulations, guidance documents, and industry trends to inform labeling recommendations.
  • Assess competitive labeling landscapes and provide strategic input to support product differentiation where appropriate.
  • Ensure labeling activities are executed in accordance with applicable regulations, internal procedures, and project timelines.
  • Identify potential regulatory risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Support regulatory inspections and audits involving labeling processes and documentation.
  • Partner with regional teams to facilitate implementation of global labeling decisions in local markets.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and compliance.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop regulatory labeling professionals.
  • Manage external vendors and consultants supporting labeling activities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industry.
  • Significant experience in Regulatory Affairs with a strong emphasis on product labeling.
  • Demonstrated success developing and implementing labeling strategies for products in development and/or commercial stages.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders within a matrixed organization.
  • Strong understanding of global regulatory requirements, including U.S. and European labeling regulations.
  • Experience supporting regulatory submissions and health authority interactions.
  • Ability to analyze complex scientific and regulatory information and translate it into clear labeling recommendations.
  • Excellent project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
  • Proven leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Prior people management experience preferred.

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