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Manager, Japan Regulatory Affairs Strategy

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Japan , Tokyo

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Salary:

7000000.00 - 13800000.00 JPY / Year

Job Description:

Lead strategic regulatory initiatives and grow your career with a global leader in innovative pharmaceutical solutions. You will be responsible for developing and executing regulatory strategies for pharmaceutical devices in the Japanese market. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and navigating complex regulatory landscapes. You'll lead the regulatory affairs function and build strong relationships with external stakeholders.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the development and implementation of regulatory strategies for pharmaceutical devices
  • Manage regulatory submissions and approvals for new and existing products
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant Japanese regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely product launches
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical industry in Japan
  • Extensive knowledge of Japanese pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines
  • Proven experience in leading regulatory strategies and submissions
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Business level or higher proficiency in both Japanese and English
  • Experience with regulatory affairs for medical devices is preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field is required
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) is a plus
  • Experience working with global regulatory teams is a plus

Nice to have:

  • Experience with regulatory affairs for medical devices is preferred
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) is a plus
  • Experience working with global regulatory teams is a plus
What we offer:
  • 健康保険
  • 厚生年金保険
  • 雇用保険
  • 土曜日
  • 日曜日
  • 祝日

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 19, 2026

Expiration:
July 29, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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