Specialist I, Regulatory Affairs

At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them. Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change, Here you'll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters. Valencia, CA (Onsite - Hybrid) International Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Advanced Bionics is seeking an International Regulatory Affairs Specialist to support regulatory strategies and activities for product approvals and registrations across Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets. This role is responsible for planning and executing regulatory submissions, maintaining product registrations, supporting regulatory compliance, and partnering with in-country representatives and cross-functional teams to help ensure timely market access and continued product availability. Responsibilities Plan and execute regulatory activities needed to obtain and maintain approvals within Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets Support end-to-end submissions, manage timelines, respond to deficiencies, and partner with in-country representatives as needed Provide support to local Regulatory Affairs affiliates who interact with regulatory authorities to help ensure timely approvals and continued product access Participate in sustaining and new product development projects by providing MENA regulatory requirements Review product changes and assess regulatory impact on submission strategy and market registrations Monitor new or amended regulations and support post-market regulatory compliance activities for assigned markets Update regulatory information management tools and support Regulatory Affairs procedures and process improvement activities More about you Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, engineering, or equivalent experience required Master's degree in a scientific discipline, engineering, Regulatory Affairs, or equivalent experience preferred At least 3 years of International Regulatory Affairs experience with a Bachelor's degree, or at least 5 years with a Master's degree in a directly related specialty Experience with submissions and compliance for Class III medical device companies preferred Strong knowledge of regulatory pathways in Middle East and North Africa markets, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, labeling, clinical requirements, and post-market obligations Strong communication, critical thinking, organizational, project management, collaboration, and attention-to-detail skills Experience with Microsoft Office, Salesforce, SAP, and RIM platforms such as RegDesk or RIMSYS preferred Travel Up to 10% Internet Connectivity Requirement A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova What we offer Medical, dental and vision coverage* Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts TeleHealth options 401k plan with company match* Company paid life/add insurance Additional supplemental life/add coverage available Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD) STD LTD Buy-ups available Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage Legal/ID Theft Assistance PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays* Paid parental bonding leave Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more) Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities Tuition reimbursement Hearing aid discount for employees and family Internal social recognition platform *Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location. This role's pay range is between: $79,200 - $94,280 annually . This role is also commission eligible/bonus eligible. How we work At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives. Equal Opportunity Employer We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the marketplace. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonova USA, Inc.