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薬事戦略マネージャー/ Japan Regulatory Strategy Manager

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An international pharmaceutical company is searching for a Japan Regulatory Strategy Manager. The chosen applicant will develop and execute regulatory strategies for drug development and approvals. This is a remote work.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement the Japan regulatory strategy aligned with the global regulatory strategy, and provides guidance on local mechanisms to accelerate or optimise product development and approvals
  • Lead the preparation and timely submission of regulatory documents in Japan, including NDAs, CTNs, briefing packages, and Orphan Drug Applications, ensuring compliance with local and corporate requirements
  • Collaborates closely with Global Regulatory Lead to integrate Japan’s regulatory strategy into the global regulatory plan
  • Acts as the primary interface with MHLW and PMDA for product approvals and clinical development, and leads strategy for Health Authority interactions
  • Supports local planning and execution of clinical studies in accordance with Japan’s legal and regulatory requirements
  • Proactively develops regulatory strategies and mitigates regulatory risks across RA Japan, while promoting process standardisation and simplification
  • Engages with local trade associations to monitor national legislation and shape the external regulatory environment

Ensures regulatory compliance for all HA submissions and post-approval commitments, and contributes to country-specific compliance procedures and practices

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above (advanced degree is preferred)
  • More than 10 years of directly related experience
  • More than 5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs
  • In-depth regulatory experience
  • Knowledge of Japan legislation and regulations relating to medicinal products
  • Knowledge of drug development Scientific or Technical Excellence
  • Ability to communicate scientific or clinical information
  • Ability to work in matrix environments, including cross-functional and global teams
  • Understanding of regulatory activities
  • Ability to understand and communicate scientific and clinical information
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Native level Japanese; proficient in English (TOEIC 860+ is desirable)

About the Company:

A global pharmaceutical group, this organisation is an internationally recognised name in biotechnology. Responsible for a range of medicines aimed at treating human illnesses, this company supplies medical professionals and patients across the world.

Keywords:

規制事務, 製薬, 医療, 経営, 外資系

Job Ref: TQ9VZV

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Healthcare

Focus: Regulatory Affairs

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥17,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Remote

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Native

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Osaka

Job Reference: TQ9VZV-15D34E35

Date posted: 28 July 2025

Consultant: Yota Fujimura