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Job ID : 1546587 Date Updated : July 2nd, 2025
RA Director - (Up to 15M) Fully Remote

Director, Regulatory Affairs (upto 15M) - Fully Remote

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 10 million yen ~ 15 million yen

Work Style

Remote Work and WFH

Job Description

  • Join a global regulatory consultancy as their first permanent regulatory strategy lead in Japan. This senior role supports development-stage projects, PMDA interactions, and submission planning across multiple therapeutic areas.

Client Details

  • Our client is a leading global provider of regulatory, clinical, and compliance services, supporting pharmaceutical and biotech companies worldwide. Known for its high-quality service and fully remote work culture, the organization offers strong career growth and meaningful global impact.

Description

  • Lead Japan regulatory strategy for global drug development programs
  • Manage PMDA consultations, CTNs, and registration submissions
  • Act as Japan project lead and coordinate with global teams
  • Align Japan regulatory plans with global development strategies
  • Review English-language submissions for Japanese use
  • Oversee local vendors and consultants to ensure delivery
  • Stay current on regulatory changes and contribute to planning
  • Represent the company in client meetings with strategic input

Job Offer

  • Fully remote work
  • English-using environment with global teams
  • Competitive salary up to ¥15M total compensation
  • High-impact role with international client exposure
  • Opportunity to shape regulatory function in Japan

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Sobi Tantisakchaichan on +81357337165.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level No experience
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Native
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

A successful RA Director should have:

  • Regulatory or development experience focused on Japan
  • Strong PMDA interaction experience (clinical & pre-market)
  • Proven project leadership from early development to NDA
  • Comfortable operating independently and cross-functionally
  • Fluent in Japanese and English
  • Consulting/CRO/global pharma background preferred
  • Strategic, collaborative, and hands-on mindset

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 10 million yen ~ 15 million yen
Industry Pharmaceutical

Job Category

  • Medical, Pharmaceutical and Healthcare > R&D (Pharmaceutical)