Regulatory Intelligence Lead

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Job Description

About the role

Join us as our GlobalRegulatory Intelligence Lead and play a pivotal role in the governance, quality oversight, and optimization of Takeda's global processes for Regulatory Intelligence. We are seeking an experienced visionary leader to shape and execute our Regulatory Intelligence Roadmap, driving innovation and operational excellence across global regulatory functions.

How You Will Contribute

Reporting to the Head of Market Surveillance, you will:

• Lead the global strategy, design, and implementation of Regulatory Intelligence processes.

• Drive compliance, operational sustainability, and continuous improvement across Takeda’s global operations.

• Define and deliver strategic goals aligned with Takeda’s vision, leveraging AI and digital solutions to enhance regulatory insights and process automation.

• Oversee regulatory surveillance, proactively communicate regulatory changes, and ensure ongoing compliance.

• Monitor key metrics, collect feedback, and assess process health and performance to identify and drive improvement opportunities.

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including business and IT system owners.

• Engage with senior management to secure endorsement for Regulatory Intelligence initiatives.

• Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to accomplish objectives and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Support the Market Surveillance Team with transversal and ad hoc activities, contributing to digital innovation initiatives.

What You Bring to Takeda

• Scientific or engineering degree (BSc, MSc, PhD).

• Minimum of 10 years managerial experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

• Proven experience in quality management, governance, and manufacturing support within regulated environments.

• Proven experience in senior stakeholder management and front room audit.

• Demonstrated leadership, with the ability to influence and engage cross-functional teams.

• Strong focus on delivering global results and building effective governance.

• Fluent in written and spoken English.

• Proven experience in sharpening company’s Regulatory Intelligence Roadmap, driving innovation and operational excellence across global regulatory functions.

• Strong scientific and technical expertise for robust analysis of complex product data.

More About Us

At Takeda, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to patients worldwide. We strive for excellence in everything we do, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Join us and contribute to our

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

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For Location:

Lexington, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$153,600.00 - $241,340.00

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

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Locations

Lexington, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

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