The Head of Regulatory Operations leads regulatory submission planning, publishing, document management, and operational delivery across product portfolios. The role typically requires substantial experience in pharmaceutical regulatory affairs, global submission processes, eCTD standards, health authority requirements, and cross-functional leadership. Candidates should be comfortable managing complex programmes, improving systems and workflows, overseeing external vendors, and ensuring submissions are accurate, timely, and inspection-ready. Strong knowledge of global regulations, excellent communication skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders are expected. Experience leading international teams and working with digital regulatory platforms would be highly advantageous.
Novartis is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Switzerland, focused on discovering and developing innovative medicines. Its work spans areas including oncology, immunology, neuroscience, cardiovascular and renal conditions, and other serious diseases. The company combines scientific research, data, technology, and global commercial capabilities to improve patient outcomes. Novartis employs people across numerous countries and operates through research, clinical development, manufacturing, regulatory, medical, and commercial functions. In the United Kingdom, it has established corporate, research, clinical, and commercial operations and works closely with healthcare professionals, regulators, patient organisations, and the NHS. Employees generally work in a collaborative, international environment where evidence-based decision-making, ethical conduct, innovation, inclusion, and patient impact are strongly emphasised.
The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, technology, finance, engineering, education, and professional services, with major employment centres in London, Cambridge, Oxford, Manchester, Edinburgh, and the wider southeast. British workplace culture is generally professional, diverse, and collaborative, with importance placed on punctuality, clear communication, and work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from busy urban living to quieter coastal and rural communities. Public healthcare is provided through the NHS, while housing and transport costs vary significantly by region. Overseas professionals usually need permission to work, commonly through a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by an approved employer. Requirements include an eligible occupation, qualifying salary, and English-language compliance; dependants may often accompany the worker. Candidates should confirm sponsorship, salary thresholds, and visa rules before accepting an offer. Relocation planning should include housing, tax, banking, transport, and registration arrangements.
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