Bielefeld: Head of Regulatory Affairs (m/f/d) - Pharma

_Our client is a well-established, internationally active healthcare company with a strong footprint in pharmaceutical prescription medicines, OTC products and cosmetics.._ _As part of continued growth, we are seeking a leader to take responsibility for a broad and strategically important function._ **Head of Regulatory Affairs (m/f/d)** **Location: Bielefeld** **Homeoffice: 25 %** ## Aufgaben * Lead the Regualtory Affairs team with approx. 20 FTEs * Define and drive global regulatory strategies across product development, registrations, lifecycle maintenance and market expansion * Lead regulatory lifecycle activities, authority interactions and compliance risk assessments * Oversee product information governance, promotional compliance topics and regulatory intelligence * Ensure effective oversight of vigilance-related systems and associated compliance frameworks * Manage and develop a larger regulatory department with multiple sub-teams * Act as trusted advisor to executive management on regulatory strategy and legislative developments * Foster cross-functional collaboration with technical, commercial and quality stakeholders * Ensuring and continuously enhancing pharmacovigilance systems in close collaboration with the EU QPPV / local pharmacovigilance function ## Qualifikation * Scientific degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Medicine or related discipline * Extensive experience in Regulatory Affairs leadership roles * Strong expertise in pharmaceutical regulations, ideally complemented by broader healthcare product exposure * Proven track record in organizational leadership and change management * Experience in global regulatory strategy and health authority interactions Fluency in German (C1) and English * Strong business acumen, strategic thinking and pragmatic leadership approach ## Benefits * Flexible working model with trust-based hours and hybrid working (25% home-office) * Modern working environment with attractive on-site amenities, including high-quality catering * Supportive culture with social events, wellbeing initiatives and employee activities * Family-friendly environment with access to support services and work-life balance offerings * Strong focus on professional development through trainings, seminars and continuous learning opportunities * Mobility-related benefits and practical on-site conveniences **CONTACT:** Silvio Di Meglio 089-80913072-1