Regulatory Strategy Consultant
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Parexel
Southport, NC, US
Summary
The Regulatory Strategy Consultant will own and develop regulatory strategies for significant programs, providing leadership on authority engagement and high-impact submissions. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and optimize regulatory pathways throughout the product lifecycle.
Job Description
When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.
Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.
Please note - This position is part of a talent pool created in anticipation of future opportunities within our Regulatory team. Candidates may be considered for upcoming roles as business needs evolve.
About Parexel
Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights-driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient-focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.
We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose -- moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry-leading innovation, With Heart(R).
About the Role
We are seeking a Regulatory Strategy Consultant to join our team in a remote capacity. As a Regulatory Strategy Consultant, you will own regulatory strategy across significant programs and portfolios, providing leadership for major regulatory decisions, authority engagement models, and high-impact submissions. This position plays a key role in advancing clinical development through strategic regulatory planning, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration. You'll work with biopharmaceutical partners to shape regulatory pathways, guide long-range development strategies, and drive submissions that bring new treatments to patients. Responsibilities include leading regulatory strategy development, managing authority engagement, overseeing high-impact submissions, and contributing to long-range development and lifecycle planning.
You'll join a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment focused on making a meaningful impact through strategic regulatory leadership and advancing clinical research. With diverse teams and continuous learning opportunities, the Regulatory Strategy Consultant can explore career paths and expand expertise across therapeutic areas and development phases.
Key Responsibilities
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Own and develop regulatory strategy across significant programs or portfolios, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
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Provide leadership on major regulatory decisions, including authority engagement models, submission strategies, and risk mitigation approaches
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Lead the planning and execution of high-impact regulatory submissions, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
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Develop and implement long-range development and lifecycle management plans that optimize regulatory pathways and commercial outcomes
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Collaborate with clinical, scientific, and commercial teams to align regulatory strategy with development timelines and market opportunities
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Monitor regulatory landscape changes and provide strategic recommendations to adapt development and submission approaches
Candidate Profile
You'll thrive in this role if you bring:
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Strengths in regulatory strategy, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership
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Extensive experience in clinical development, regulatory affairs, or a highly regulated environment
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The ability to lead across teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate complex regulatory concepts clearly
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A patient-focused mindset and strong attention to regulatory detail and compliance
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Comfort working with regulatory databases, submission management systems, and collaborative platforms
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
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10+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, clinical development, or related field
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Previous experience with vaccine and/or biologic products is required
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Deep knowledge of ICH-GCP, FDA and international regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes
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Experience with regulatory tracking systems, electronic submission tools, and clinical development platforms
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Excellent communication, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills with demonstrated leadership ability
Preferred Qualifications
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Advanced degree (M.D., Ph.D., or M.B.A.) or regulatory certification (e.g., RAC) preferred
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Experience in multiple therapeutic areas or development phases
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Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks and international submission strategies
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Fluency in additional languages relevant to regulatory submissions
Benefits and Compensation
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Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
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Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
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Work/Life Balance
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401(k) with Company match
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Pet Insurance
For a complete list of benefits, please visit www.parexel.com/us-benefits.
Some roles may also be eligible for additional incentives, bonuses, or other compensation programs. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide details on applicable bonus plans or incentive structures for eligible positions.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes paid time off, a 401(k) match, life insurance, health insurance, and additional benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of our applicable plans.
If this job doesn't sound like the next step in your career, but perhaps you know of someone who'd be a perfect fit, send them the link to apply!
We believe in flexibility, growth, and creating space for people to do their best work. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions help shape the future of clinical research.
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EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Parexel is a leading global clinical research organization (CRO) providing insights-driven Clinical and Consulting solutions to the world’s life sciences industry. Leveraging deep local knowledge and a global breadth of clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our 22,000+ global employees work in partnership with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind — broadening access and making clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere. Our proven track record spans 40+ years and drives us forward, advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas while harnessing innovation to drive efficiencies across every phase of the clinical development process. Our insights-driven approach, proven delivery and trusted execution are accelerating the delivery of life-changing treatments to patients — With Heart.™ We continue to earn recognition industrywide, including the 2025 Scrip Award for “Best Contract Research Organization – Full-Service Provider,” 2024 Fierce Biotech CRO Award for "Innovative Approaches to Patient-Centric Research" and the 2024 and 2023 Society for Clinical Research Sites Eagle Award.
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Because Parexel’s social media channels are open to the general public and employees, we are not responsible for views expressed other than our own. However, we do not tolerate posts that are:
• Abusive, harassing or threatening to others.
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We reserve the right to remove any comments that do not adhere to our guidelines as well as report users who violate the rules of our page.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Raleigh, North Carolina
Parexel is a leading global clinical research organization (CRO) providing insights-driven Clinical and Consulting solutions to the world’s life sciences industry. Leveraging deep local knowledge and a global breadth of clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our 22,000+ global employees work in partnership with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind — broadening access and making clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere. Our proven track record spans 40+ years and drives us forward, advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas while harnessing innovation to drive efficiencies across every phase of the clinical development process. Our insights-driven approach, proven delivery and trusted execution are accelerating the delivery of life-changing treatments to patients — With Heart.™ We continue to earn recognition industrywide, including the 2025 Scrip Award for “Best Contract Research Organization – Full-Service Provider,” 2024 Fierce Biotech CRO Award for "Innovative Approaches to Patient-Centric Research" and the 2024 and 2023 Society for Clinical Research Sites Eagle Award.
Community Guidelines
Because Parexel’s social media channels are open to the general public and employees, we are not responsible for views expressed other than our own. However, we do not tolerate posts that are:
• Abusive, harassing or threatening to others.
• Defamatory, offensive, obscene, vulgar or depicting violence.
• Hateful targeting by race/ethnicity, age, color, creed, religion, gender,
sexual preference or orientation, nationality or political beliefs.
• Sexually explicit or pornographic.
• Fraudulent, deceptive, libelous, misleading or unlawful.
• Referencing criminal or illegal activity.
• Spamming.
We reserve the right to remove any comments that do not adhere to our guidelines as well as report users who violate the rules of our page.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Raleigh, North Carolina