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Regulatory Submissions Manager

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ICON
6+ years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, Remote, India, India
9 May 13, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills:

Company Overview

ICON plc is a leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization that supports pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and public health organizations in advancing clinical development and improving patient outcomes.


Job Details

Category

Details

Job Title

Regulatory Submissions Manager / Manager, Regulatory Affairs

Company

ICON plc

Industry

Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology / Clinical Research

Department

Regulatory Affairs

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience Required

Minimum 6 years

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree in Scientific or Healthcare-related field

Preferred Qualification

Advanced Degree (Preferred)


Role Summary

The Regulatory Submissions Manager will lead and manage regulatory affairs activities throughout the drug development lifecycle. The role involves preparing and managing regulatory submissions, providing strategic regulatory guidance, participating in health authority interactions, and ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements.

The position requires independent leadership of regulatory projects and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support clinical and commercial regulatory objectives.


Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Submission Management

  • Lead and manage regulatory submissions independently.

  • Handle submissions including:

    • CTA (Clinical Trial Applications)

    • IND (Investigational New Drug Applications)

    • MAA (Marketing Authorization Applications)

  • Ensure timely and compliant submission preparation and execution.


2. Regulatory Strategy & Guidance

  • Provide regulatory guidance to internal teams and stakeholders.

  • Support regulatory strategy across various stages of drug development.

  • Contribute expertise during:

    • Early development

    • Clinical trial phases

    • Marketing applications

    • Post-approval activities


3. Health Authority Interactions

  • Participate in interactions with regulatory agencies.

  • Support preparation for regulatory meetings and communications.

  • Coordinate submission responses and agency requests.


4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work collaboratively with:

    • Clinical teams

    • Regulatory teams

    • Project management

    • Quality and operational teams

  • Lead or contribute to cross-functional regulatory initiatives depending on project scope.


5. Process Improvement & Compliance

  • Contribute to developing regulatory best practices.

  • Maintain awareness of evolving global regulatory guidelines and requirements.

  • Ensure all regulatory activities comply with applicable regulations and internal standards.


Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in:

    • Life Sciences

    • Pharmacy

    • Biotechnology

    • Healthcare-related field

  • Advanced degree preferred.


Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 6 years of Regulatory Affairs experience.

  • Experience within:

    • Pharmaceutical industry

    • Biotechnology industry

    • CRO environment (preferred)


Technical & Functional Skills

  • Expertise in:

    • CTA submissions

    • IND submissions

    • MAA submissions

  • Strong understanding of:

    • Global regulatory requirements

    • Regulatory guidelines

    • Drug development lifecycle


Leadership & Soft Skills

  • Ability to lead regulatory activities independently.

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

  • Cross-functional leadership capability.

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

  • High attention to detail and compliance focus.


Preferred Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates may have experience in:

  • Global Regulatory Affairs

  • Regulatory Strategy

  • Submission Publishing

  • eCTD submissions

  • Health Authority Interactions

  • Clinical Development Support

  • Pharmaceutical Product Registration

  • Post-Marketing Regulatory Activities


Benefits Offered

Compensation & Rewards

  • Competitive salary package

  • Performance and recognition programs


Health & Wellbeing

  • Comprehensive health insurance options

  • Employee Assistance Programme (TELUS Health)

  • Life assurance coverage

  • Wellness initiatives


Work-Life Balance

  • Annual leave entitlements

  • Flexible benefit programs

  • Family-focused support policies


Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

  • Retirement planning programs

  • Childcare vouchers

  • Bike purchase schemes

  • Discounted gym memberships

  • Subsidized travel passes

  • Health assessments


Diversity & Inclusion

ICON plc promotes an inclusive and diverse work environment and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of:

  • Race

  • Religion

  • Gender

  • Sexual orientation

  • Gender identity

  • National origin

  • Disability

  • Veteran status

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process.