Associate/Manager, Regulatory Affairs, Philippines

Posted:
2/3/2026, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Muntinlupa, Metro Manila, Philippines ⋅ Metro Manila, Philippines

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

Your Role

Responsible for regulatory strategy, submissions and approvals for new product registrations and life-cycle management of registered products, and ensure regulatory compliance is maintained for Meditec, Vision Care, RMS and IQS. Act as a Quality Management Representative for Carl Zeiss Philippines to lead both internal and external audit.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead regulatory affairs and licensing operations to ensure compliance with Philippines FDA and local regulatory requirements across ZEISS Business Segments.
  • Plan, execute, and manage product registrations, variations, renewals, and import permits; coordinate with HQ, regional teams, and local authorities to meet timelines.
  • Develop and implement regulatory strategies to support business objectives, accelerate approvals, and ensure market access.
  • Oversee post-marketing surveillance activities, including product complaints, adverse event reporting, FSCA, and recalls.
  • Act as Quality Management Representative, overseeing internal and external audits and ensuring effective implementation of the Quality Management System.
  • Provide regulatory guidance for product launches, tenders, labeling, claims, promotional materials, and due diligence activities.
  • Monitor regulatory changes, assess risks, and communicate impacts to stakeholders; represent the company with regulatory agencies and industry associations.

Education

  • Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or related sciences.

Experience

  • At least 8 years of relevant experience in the field of Medical Device regulatory affairs in the Philippines

  • Strong knowledge of FDA Philippines regulations.

  • Good understanding of GDPMD / ISO 13485 Quality Management System

  • Well-versed with new products, variations and renewals of medical device registration.

  • Certified internal auditor for GDPMD / ISO 13485 is an added advantage.

Other Skills

  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. Ability to work independently, analyze complex problems, and proactively take initiatives.

  • A strong ability to understand business needs and impact of regulatory issues.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills, fluent in English, with the ability to convey strategic and tactical issues to management.

  • Excellent negotiation and project management skills.

  • Commitment to achieve excellence with a strong work ethic and results orientation.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Chloe Tan