Regulatory Affairs Manager - Abbott Pharmaceutical (Hanoi) at Abbott

Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceuticals, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • >7 years’ experience in Regulatory Affairs, preferably in a pharmaceutical multinational company (MNC)
  • Experience leading a team of Regulatory Affairs professionals
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
  • Registered Pharmacist in Vietnam
  • Ability to handle high levels of pressure and critical decision-making
  • Good leadership, interpersonal, teambuilding, and problem-solving skills
  • Skilled communicator with well-developed verbal, written, and presentation abilities
  • Strategic skills

Responsibilities

  • Plan, direct, and monitor regulatory affairs to ensure the organization obtains necessary permits, licenses, certificates, authorizations, and approvals for current and future business activities
  • Maintain local SOPs and Regulatory policies, providing support to Abbott Healthcare’s business to ensure compliance with current Vietnam regulatory requirements
  • Act as primary contact with DAV, MOH, and relevant authorities: liaise with government to ensure regulatory compliance and establish/maintain positive relationships with government agencies and regulatory authorities
  • Liaise with functional managers to understand short- to medium-term business goals (e.g., new products, services, processes, market entry) and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for acquiring necessary permits/approvals
  • Own ultimate accountability for the function, providing advice and recommendations on company regulatory compliance
  • Ensure regulatory affairs activities are conducted accurately, ethically, and in accordance with relevant regulations, laws, and standards
  • Assure all audits meet organization and government standards on products/processes
  • Consult with management team on related issues on an ongoing basis
  • Supervise the registration of marketed products
  • Monitor and disseminate information on changes to regulations affecting registration, manufacture, distribution, and sale of Abbott products
  • Provide consultation to Operations, QA, and Commercial teams on suitability/acceptability of new product submissions supporting documents per Vietnam regulatory standards
  • Provide regulatory input and support for marketing plans, product launches, and other cross-functional activities
  • Review and provide input/approval on promotional materials, product information, and labels for regulatory compliance
  • Prepare and maintain local SOPs and policies relevant to Regulatory Affairs to comply with Abbott global SOPs/policies and DAV/VN MOH requirements
  • Support employees in implementing their growth plans
  • Develop and maintain succession plans and address future staffing issues proactively
  • Manage team development to achieve goals
  • Ensure team activities comply with Company Business Code of Conduct and all local applicable laws within scope of function responsibility
  • Handle special projects as needed by the management team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Regulatory AffairsRegulatory ComplianceSOP ManagementGovernment LiaisonDAV InteractionMOH RegulationsVietnam Regulatory RequirementsPermit AcquisitionLicense ManagementStakeholder Relationship Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this Regulatory Affairs Manager position?

The position is full-time employment.

Is this Regulatory Affairs Manager role remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the main responsibilities for this role?

Key responsibilities include planning and monitoring regulatory affairs for permits and approvals, liaising with DAV, MOH and authorities, supervising product registrations, supporting QA, Manufacturing and Marketing, and maintaining local SOPs and policies.

What is the company culture like at Abbott?

Abbott offers work that matters with opportunities to grow, learn, care for yourself and family, and be your true self; it's recognized as a great place to work, one of the most admired companies, and best for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What makes a strong candidate for the Regulatory Affairs Manager role?

Strong candidates will have experience in regulatory affairs, particularly in Vietnam with DAV and MOH, ability to liaise with authorities, manage product registrations, ensure compliance, and support cross-functional teams.

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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