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Job Title: Regulatory Strategy Director, Renal
Job Location: 5026 - Vertex UK - International HQ, United Kingdom
Job Location Type: Remote
Job Contract Type: Full-time
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Job Description General Summary: The Regulatory Affairs Director will provide global regulatory leadership for programs within the Renal Therapy Team. This role is responsible for defining and driving regulatory strategy for the International region that is aligned with global strategies to support timely advancement of investigational assets. The Director will serve as the regulatory lead on cross-functional teams and will partner closely with Clinical Development, Nonclinical, CMC, Safety, Medical Affairs, Commercial, and Program Leadership to help shape development plans and support business objectives. This individual will bring strong strategic regulatory expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex global regulatory environments. The role requires a collaborative leader who can influence across functions, represent Regulatory Affairs in key governance forums, and lead interactions with health authorities. Key Responsibilities • Lead the development and execution of global regulatory strategies for renal therapy programs across all phases of development • Serve as the regulatory representative on cross-functional program teams, providing strategic input to development plans, evidence generation, and milestone planning. • Drive regulatory strategy & execution for major submissions, including INDs/CTAs, NDAs, BLAs, MAAs, supplements, variations, and other post-approval filings. • Lead planning, preparation, and execution of health authority interactions, including meeting strategy, briefing packages, agency responses, and follow-up actions. • Provide regulatory guidance on product development, labelling strategy, expedited pathways, paediatric plans, orphan drug designations and regional registration requirements. • Partner with Regulatory Operations and functional subject matter experts to ensure high-quality, compliant, and timely submissions. • Assess regulatory risks and opportunities and communicate clear recommendations to team leadership and key stakeholders. • Support lifecycle management activities, including new indications, formulation changes, manufacturing updates. • Monitor evolving global regulations, guidance, and competitive developments relevant to renal and nephrology programs. • Contribute to continuous improvement of regulatory processes, standards, and ways of working. • Mentor and develop other regulatory team members and contribute to a strong, collaborative team culture. Knowledge and Skills • Deep understanding of global regulatory requirements and drug development processes across major markets. • Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate clear, actionable regulatory strategy. • Strong leadership and influencing skills in a matrixed, cross-functional environment. • Experience leading complex regulatory submissions and agency interactions. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex regulatory considerations to senior leadership. • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail. • Sound judgment, agility, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. Education and Experience • Advanced degree in a scientific, medical, or health-related field preferred; bachelor’s degree required. • Typically significant, relevant experience of regulatory affairs within the biopharmaceutical industry. • Significant experience in global regulatory strategy for development-stage and/or marketed products. • Experience with renal, nephrology, rare disease, or specialty therapeutic areas preferred. • Prior experience with US and ex-US regulatory submissions and health authority interactions strongly preferred. Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a strategic and collaborative regulatory leader who is energized by working in a science-driven, patient-focused environment. This person will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced setting, influencing without authority, and helping teams translate complex regulatory requirements into practical development strategies that support innovation and patients with serious diseases. #LI-SG1 #LI-Hybrid Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. #LI-Hybrid Company Information Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected] Help Us Achieve Our Mission Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The company has approved medicines that treat the underlying causes of multiple chronic, life-shortening genetic diseases — cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia — and continues to advance clinical and research programs in these diseases. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including APOL1-mediated kidney disease, acute and neuropathic pain, type 1 diabetes, myotonic dystrophy type 1 and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency . Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Mass., Vertex's global headquarters is now located in Boston's Innovation District and its international headquarters is in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 14 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit www.vrtx.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter/X , LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram. The diversity and authenticity of our people is part of what makes Vertex unique, and we recognize that each employee brings diverse perspectives and strengths. By embracing those strengths and celebrating differences, we are fostering an inclusive culture where each of us can bring our authentic selves to work, inspire innovation together, and change people’s lives. Our vision is clear: to be the place where an authentic, diverse mix of talent want to come, to stay, and do their best work.
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