Global Submission Senior Manager

Site Name: Upper Providence, Belgium-Wavre, UK - London - Brentford, USA - North Carolina - Research Triangle Park Posted Date: Mar 3 2022 As Senior Global Submission Manager, you will work with global submission teams and third parties to project manage complex regulatory submissions (including global marketing applications, product line extensions, and supplements) from submission through to approval, ensuring that applications and dossiers are prepared in a timely manner and in compliance with Regulatory Authority regulations and guidances and with GSK SOPs and working practices. You may also mentor/coach less experienced Global Submission Managers. Accountable to Global Regulatory Lead and Global Regulatory Affairs staff for the project management of major complex regulatory submissions Performs scenario planning when multiple regulatory strategies are being considered and proposes as necessary delivery strategies to achieve accelerated timelines. Maintains or provides inputs into plans which drive strategic resource planning Through collaboration with contributing functional lines, creates and maintains a Global Submission Plan that captures detailed list of dossier content, key activities and timelines associated with delivery of that content, target governance board review timeframes, and credible dispatch and Health Authority approval dates for key markets Leads submission planning discussions, ensuring team is aware of upcoming deliverables, aligned on roles and responsibilities, understands the interdependencies between submission activities and components, and that any issues, risks, or impact due to changes in strategy and/or timelines are assessed quickly throughout the submission process. Provides various visuals, reports, scorecards, etc, to facilitate awareness of key milestones, closely monitors critical path activities, and ensures transparency of submission status to stakeholders. Provides guidance to project teams and client groups on GSK submission related processes and content and format requirements for key markets Utilizes in-depth knowledge of global regulatory submission requirements, processes and procedures, eCTD structure/format, associated GSK systems and planning software to ensure teams meet aggressive target submission dates by proactively focusing on critical path analysis, hand offs, scenarios, and reducing "rework" to avoid costly time delays. Responsible for understanding, adhering to, and advising others on global Regulatory Authority regulations and guidance associated with electronic submissions, which differ across regions and Regulatory Authorities. Participates in discussions/meetings with Regulatory Authorities, as required, to develop and communicate submission strategies for applications. Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Degree in a biological, healthcare or scientific discipline or extensive experience within the drug development environment Project management experience in the pharmaceutical industry or in a regulatory environment Detailed understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, drug development environment, and R&D processes and objectives. Knowledge of Regulatory Affairs responsibilities from pre-IND through Phases I-IV Global / RoW Regulatory experience Expertise with Microsoft Project and/or other project management tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present information in a clear and concise manner Preferred Qualifications: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Ability to effectively interact with line and middle management, staff and external contacts on a functional and strategic level in a matrix environment. Ability to think flexibly in order to meet constantly shifting priorities and timelines. Demonstrated leadership and negotiation skills with ability to persuade and influence others (regardless of level) in achieving team objectives. Ability to interpret regulations and gain consensus on a way forward in an environment where there may be more than one way of achieving a successful outcome. Effectively lead multidisciplinary team meetings and drive discussions regarding submission content, timelines, resource allocation, risk management, etc. Ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks and potential bottlenecks, apply sound judgement when determining if/when to escalate issues, and effectively interact with stake holders to ensure transparency of submission progress/status. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and commitment to deliver high quality output, even under pressures sometimes demanded by regulatory deadlines. Ability to lead in a matrix environment and ensure delivery of objectives across cross-functional teams. Sense of urgency and ability to work well in high pressure / high stress situations Why GSK? At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, becoming a leader in Consumer Health, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. Now, we're making the biggest changes we've made to our business in over 20 years. We're on track to separate and create two new companies in 2022: New GSK with a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science; and a new world-leading consumer healthcare company of loved and trusted brands. With new ambition comes new purpose. 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