Posted:
1/11/2026, 11:01:38 PM
Location(s):
Lisbon, Portugal
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Legal & Compliance
IQVIA is The Human Data Science Company. We use data, technology, analytics and human ingenuity to help healthcare clients deliver better solutions for patients and drive healthcare forward.
Why this role, why IQVIA?
Join our Regulatory Affairs and Drug Development Solutions organization, where technology enabled regulatory services reduce time, cost, and risk across the product lifecycle, from early development through submissions and post registration. You will lead global strategy and execution that streamlines pathways, mitigates regulatory risk, and improves the probability of approval, supported by IQVIA’s worldwide footprint and digital capabilities.
The opportunity
We are seeking a Regulatory Affairs Manager with proven Global Regulatory Lead experience to drive global regulatory strategies and submissions for human medicinal products. You will own the regulatory roadmap, and coordinate worldwide filings across major agencies including EMA and FDA, partnering closely with CMC, Labeling, Publishing, Clinical and Safety teams.
Key responsibilities
Lead as Global Regulatory Lead for assigned assets, set the global regulatory strategy and act as the primary point of contact to cross functional teams and governance bodies
Plan and deliver submissions across major regions, including initial marketing authorizations and lifecycle activities such as variations, renewals, line extensions and labeling updates
Own health authority interactions, prepare briefing packages, coordinate scientific advice and meetings, and drive risk based mitigation plans
Integrate technology enabled operations, partnering with Regulatory Publishing and RIM and labeling workflows to maximize speed and quality, including eCTD, structured labeling, CCDS and Target Product Profile
Steward lifecycle management, oversee post approval maintenance, market expansions, withdrawals, market authorization transfers, and compliance monitoring across regions
Represent IQVIA standards in stakeholder communications and client meetings, aligning to our employer branding guidance and templates
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related field
Eight or more years in Regulatory Affairs, including two or more years in a Global Regulatory Lead capacity driving global strategies
Demonstrated success with EMA and FDA submissions and post approval lifecycle management including variations, renewals and labeling
Experience collaborating across CMC, Labeling, Publishing, Pharmacovigilance, Clinical and local Regulatory Affairs affiliates, with comfort using eCTD and labeling workflows
Strong communication skills in English, as well as additional European language
Ability to operate independently in a fast paced, matrixed environment, balancing strategic oversight with hands on delivery
What we offer
An opportunity to shape global regulatory pathways with data driven insight and world class technology to accelerate patient access
Flexible and tailored approaches and a global network that empowers impact at scale
Career growth within a diverse and inclusive team that thrives on bold ideas and innovation
Ready to drive global regulatory strategy?
Apply now and join a team where your potential has no limits.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com.
At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes.
Website: https://iqvia.com/
Headquarter Location: Danbury, Connecticut, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1982
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt
Industries: Analytics ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Life Science