Associate Director, Global Regulatory Lead, Oncology

Job Description About the role At Takeda, we are a forward‑looking, world‑class R&D organization that unlocks innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By focusing R&D efforts on four therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in order to bring life‑changing therapies to patients worldwide. Takeda is committed to creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Guided by our OneOncology vision, we are advancing a rapidly growing oncology portfolio with potentially first‑in‑class and best‑in‑class therapies, including ADCs, complex biologics and small molecules. Our goal is to accelerate access to transformative medicines and make a lasting impact on patients worldwide. Join Takeda as Associate Director, Global Regulatory Lead Oncology where you will be part of the global regulatory team. As Associate Director, Global Regulatory Lead Oncology, you will define and lead global regulatory strategies for oncology programs, oversee major submissions, and guide cross‑functional teams to bring breakthrough treatments to patients globally. How you will contribute Define, develop, and lead global strategies to maximize global regulatory success towards achievement of program objectives for complex and/or multiple projects. May lead the Global Regulatory Teams (GRTs) for assigned projects. May serve as global and/or regional regulatory lead as a member of a GRT. Primary FDA contact for projects of responsibility. Accountable for all US FDA submissions and approvals of project(s) of responsibility. May act as direct point of contact with health authorities and lead and manage FDA meetings. Define strategies, provide tactical guidance to teams, and collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure the global regulatory strategy is updated and executed, ensuring global regulatory compliance and/or oversee direct reports or junior staff responsible. For the project(s) of responsibility, collaborate with all Takeda regions to ensure a global regulatory strategy is created and executed upon for all projects within area of responsibility. Ensure project team colleagues, line management, and key stakeholders are apprised of developments that may impact regulatory success, exercising sound judgement and communicating in a professional and timely manner. Participate with influence in or lead departmental and cross‑functional task‑for‑ces and initiatives. May partner with global market access colleagues to lead interactions with joint regulatory/health agency/HTA bodies on product specific value evidence topics, as applicable. May lead regulatory assessment as part of due diligence teams for licensing opportunities. Monitor and anticipate trends that impact both the regulatory and access environments to strengthen product development plan(s) and adopt regulatory strategies in a timely manner. Responsible for demonstrating Takeda leadership behaviors. Minimum Requirements / Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree required, scientific discipline strongly preferred, advanced degree in a scientific discipline strongly preferred. 6+ years pharmaceutical industry, inclusive of regulatory and/or related experience. Solid working knowledge of drug development process and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of FDA, EU, Canada, ROW and post‑marketing a plus. Preferred experience in reviewing, authoring, or managing components of regulatory submissions. Understand and interpret complex scientific issues across multiple projects as it relates to regulatory requirements and strategy. Strong oral and written communications, managing and adhering to timelines, negotiation skills, integrity and adaptability. Demonstrate acceptable skills with increasing independence in the area of regulatory strategy such as understanding broad concepts within regulatory affairs and implications across the organization and globally; proactively identifies regulatory issues; offers creative solutions and strategies, including risk mitigation strategies. Must work well with others and within global teams. Able to bring working teams together for common objectives. Location Boston, MA. This position is currently classified as “hybrid” following Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy. Compensation & Benefits Summary Base Salary Range $154,400.00 - $242,550.00. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Takeda