Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.
Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.
Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.
About the Role
This Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs - OTC role is accountable for end-to-end regulatory activities for the OTC Category, owning and defending the full brand-level regulatory strategy for assigned products (monograph/NDA drug, medical devices).
This role is responsible for prioritization, resource alignment, and delivery at pace across multiple projects or initiatives within a portfolio.
This role requires building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders; strategic regulatory decision-making and execution of more complex projects; leadership of cross funtional team and Health Authority interactions, and developing regulatory talent (with or without formal line management responsibilities).
Role Responsibilities
Regulatory Strategy & Execution
Help shape the portfolio by devloping and executing regulatory strategies for assigned products / programs
Own and defend regulatory strategy across a portfolio or brand
Translate portfolio strategy into actionable plans with concrete deliverables
Lead end-to-end execution of regulatory project plans (timelines, dependencies, deliverables)
Ensure alignment across multiple initiatives; adjust based on evolving risks/business needs
Manage cross-functional contributors to ensure timely submission and approvals
Conduct portfolio-level risk assessment and mitigation planning
Independently author regulatory submissions (e.g. NDAs, supplements, briefing documents, responses)
Lead interactions with FDA, including responses to Agency queries
Manage compliance within defined portfolio/activity streams in line with Haleon expectations
Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence through implementation of regulatory best practices
Define labeling strategy and approach across assigned brands/portfolio.
Set direction on claims substantiation and promotional compliance.
Leadership & Influence
Build team capability by developing, coaching and mentoring staff
Interpret regulatory trends and proactively shape business strategy
Active participant externally in industry association activities, ensuring that Haleon POV is considered.
Business Expertise
Proven knowledge of the competitive and regulatory landscape for OTC Drugs, and how to apply that knowledge when assessing new product opportunities.
Problem Solving
This role will independently sit on project teams. The regulatory environment for OTC drugs is complex and dynamic. This role must be able to navigate ambiguous regulatory scenarios and be able to provide balanced advice in a manner that can be acted on by commercial teams. Must know how to leverage and interpret regulatory precedent, and other external information to Agency regulations.
Nature & Area of Impact
This role is both internally and externally facing. Because this role largely deals with regulatory strategy and compliance, impact can be broad within the US business. Strong organizational skills with out-of-the-box thinking is a must.
Why you?
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Medicine, or similar discipline
7 to 10 years of experience in regulatory affairs
Experience working on FDA applications, OTC monograph products, chemistry, manufacturing and controls
Proficient knowledge in US FDA regulations
Excellent communications skills, stakeholder management and enjoys working in multidisciplinary teams
Ability to manage prioritize projects of high complexity
Experience leading end-to-end regulatory process in new product launches
Demonstrated ability to lead projects or cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Medicine, or similar discipline
Experience at a large global pharmaceutical or OTC CPG company
Experience building strong relationships and collaboration, managing trusted stakeholder relationships internally and externally
Experience communicating with FDA (including FDA meetings, briefing books, and responses to Regulatory Agency questions)
Project management experience with strong organizational and prioritization skills
Growth Mindset, with a love of learning and focus on what is possible
Bias for Action and comfort with fast pace
Interest and capability in applying AI and digital tools to modernize regulatory processes and improve efficiency.
Location: This role is hybrid based in Warren, NJ with in-office requirements of 3 times per week.
Compensation: The salary range for this role is: $152,620 - $209,852 plus an 18% on-target annual bonus.
Haleon offers a robust Total Reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program. This includes a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and time off programs including 6 months paid parental leave. On day one, you are eligible for benefits, including our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family. We also offer the opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs as part of the offering.
Equal Opportunities
Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.
During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.
The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.
Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon’s compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.
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