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Regulatory Operations Expert

Fortrea
Fortrea
3-13 years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 14, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Regulatory Operations Expert

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: Office-based (Client Premises) with limited remote flexibility
Application Deadline: January 20, 2026
Job Requisition ID: 262


Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Operations Expert to support global pharmaceutical clients across the US, EU, Japan, and Rest of World (ROW) markets. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end regulatory operations, quality processes, and project execution throughout the product lifecycle.

The position involves team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, regulatory document management, quality oversight, and audit readiness, ensuring all regulatory submissions and quality activities are delivered within agreed timelines and in full compliance with global regulatory standards.


Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Operations & Project Management

  • Manage, coordinate, and oversee regulatory operations activities related to the creation, revision, compilation, review, approval, and submission of regulatory and labeling documents.

  • Support global regulatory submissions to US FDA, EMA, PMDA (Japan), and ROW health authorities.

  • Provide regulatory operations support either as part of client project teams or as a stand-alone service.

  • Identify potential risks, troubleshoot issues, resolve conflicts, and recommend effective solutions.


Quality Assurance & Compliance

  • Review and approve regulatory and quality documents within electronic document management systems (e.g., COMET, TruVault).

  • Investigate Non-Conformances, OOS, OOE, and OOT events and prepare scientifically sound, compliant investigation reports.

  • Prepare and maintain weekly quality dashboards, metrics, and quality improvement plans (statistics, graphs, and presentations).

  • Execute and maintain Quality & Compliance (Q&C) dashboards.

  • Support internal audits, inspections, and internal check rounds.


Process Improvement & Training

  • Conduct gap assessments of SOPs and support SOP preparation and revision within electronic platforms.

  • Implement, maintain, and support daily laboratory and quality processes, including training management and reference standard management.

  • Coordinate and facilitate training programs through digital learning platforms (e.g., Summit).

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with evolving QA and business needs.


People & Stakeholder Management

  • Manage and mentor team members, including performance reviews, coaching, and skill development.

  • Support senior management in resource planning and allocation across regulatory projects.

  • Collaborate effectively across global, multicultural, and cross-functional teams.

  • Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality, cost-effective regulatory services to internal and external stakeholders.


Qualifications (Minimum Required)

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific discipline

  • 3–5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry

  • Strong experience or exposure to laboratory environments, including method development, validation, stability testing, microbiology, pharmaceutical development, or instrument qualification

  • In-depth knowledge of cGMP regulations and ICH guidelines

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Ability to work across organizational boundaries in a global regulatory environment

  • Strong adaptability, problem-solving mindset, and agile working approach


Experience Required

  • 10–13 years of total industry experience, with significant exposure to:

    • Regulatory Affairs

    • Quality Assurance

    • Analytical Sciences

    • Packaging, polymer, or printing streams

    • Formulation science, material management, or drug development and manufacturing processes

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in project management and people management

  • Proven ability to coach and mentor project teams to strengthen competencies

  • Experience handling internal and external audits and regulatory inspections

  • Strong ability to manage deadlines, budgets, and competing priorities

  • High attention to detail with a strong quality and compliance mindset

  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and other enterprise systems


Key Skills & Competencies

  • Regulatory operations and lifecycle management expertise

  • Strong understanding of ICH, GMP, and global regulatory frameworks

  • Stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

  • Analytical thinking with proactive issue identification

  • Leadership capabilities with a collaborative, team-oriented approach

  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, global environment


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or related sciences, or an advanced degree (Master’s/PhD) with 10–13 years of Regulatory Affairs or Quality Assurance experience

  • Engineering / B.Tech background in Packaging, Polymer, or Printing, or a postgraduate qualification in Packaging with 10–13 years of packaging industry experience

  • Diploma or certification in Regulatory Affairs

  • Knowledge of data management systems, pharmaceutical product lifecycle management, and MIS

  • Prior experience in global CRO or multinational pharmaceutical environments


Work Environment & Travel

  • Work Environment: Office-based (Mumbai) with potential remote flexibility

  • Travel Requirement: Regional or global travel up to 5–10%, including overnight stays, based on project needs


Why This Role

This position offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of global regulatory operations, contributing to high-impact pharmaceutical projects while collaborating with international stakeholders and regulatory authorities.


Apply now on thepharmadaily.com to advance your career as a Regulatory Operations Expert in a global regulatory and quality-driven environment.