Senior Director, Regulatory Clinical Strategy

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My client is a leading commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on non-opioid pain management and regenerative health solutions, with a robust pipeline of small molecules, biologics, and gene therapies.

Position: The Senior Director, Regulatory Clinical Strategy, will lead the development and execution of regulatory strategies supporting multiple development programs across clinical and non-clinical disciplines. This individual will serve as a strategic regulatory leader, partnering closely with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to support global development objectives and interactions with health authorities.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead global regulatory strategy development for multiple and complex development programs spanning early development through post-marketing activities.
  • Provide strategic regulatory guidance for INDs, CTAs, NDAs, BLAs, and interactions with global health authorities.
  • Develop regulatory submission strategies, briefing materials, and communications with health authorities.
  • Assess regulatory risks and provide strategic recommendations to advance the program.
  • Support regulatory planning across clinical and non-clinical development activities.
  • Guide cross-functional teams on regulatory pathways, development strategy, and submission planning.
  • Remain current on evolving regulatory guidance, competitive intelligence, and industry trends that may impact development strategy.
  • Partner closely with Clinical Development, Non-Clinical, CMC, Medical Affairs, Legal, and Commercial teams.
  • Lead regulatory discussions with internal stakeholders and external regulatory agencies.
  • Support project planning, prioritization, and execution to ensure key milestones are achieved.
  • Influence strategic decision-making through effective communication and regulatory leadership.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive Regulatory Affairs, Clinical, and Non-Clinical experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
  • Strong experience supporting global regulatory strategy across clinical and non-clinical development.
  • Experience supporting regulatory submissions and interactions with FDA and other global health authorities.
  • Demonstrated expertise in regulatory pathways, drug development strategy, and regulatory risk assessment.
  • Strong understanding of non-clinical, clinical, and pharmaceutical development requirements.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives within a matrixed environment.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
  • Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Experience supporting complex development programs, including biologics, specialty pharmaceuticals, or innovative therapeutic platforms, is highly desirable.