Head of Global Regulatory Policy & Intelligence

AbbVie • North Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Lead AbbVie's global Regulatory Policy & Intelligence function, overseeing Senior Director and Director-level leaders. Set strategic direction, drive organizational awareness and alignment, and ensure proactive, compliant engagement with evolving regulatory environments governing medicinal products and medical devices. Serve as executive sponsor and internal/external ambassador to influence worldwide regulatory and policy standards.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Law, Policy, or another relevant discipline.
• Extensive experience (typically 15+ years) in regulatory affairs, health authority, and/or policy, with significant leadership in a global organization.
• Proven track record of leading and developing senior teams in a matrix, multinational environment.
• Deep knowledge of international regulatory frameworks, policy development, and health authority interactions.
• Exceptional strategic, negotiation, communication (oral and written), and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience representing organizations externally at senior level (e.g., trade associations, regulatory agencies).

Nice To Haves

• Multilingual capabilities are strongly preferred for global scope.

Responsibilities

• Set vision and strategy for AbbVie's Regulatory Policy & Intelligence portfolio, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance obligations.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Senior Directors and Directors, fostering cross-functional collaboration and talent development.
• Oversee monitoring and analysis of global regulatory landscapes, anticipating trends and guiding the company's response to evolving policies.
• Represent AbbVie at the highest levels with health authorities, regulatory bodies, trade associations, and external stakeholders to shape policy outcomes.
• Direct development of corporate positions on complex regulatory and scientific questions, ensuring input from relevant SMEs and alignment with commercial objectives.
• Advise Executive Leadership on the impact of regulatory policy changes and provide actionable recommendations impacting product development strategy.
• Sponsor cross-regional initiatives to harmonize regulatory approach across affiliates and geographic areas.
• Build senior-level networks with peer companies, industry groups, regulators, and thought leaders.
• Lead resolution of high-impact internal and external policy conflicts using advanced negotiation and consensus-building skills.
• Ensure compliance with scientific, ethical, statutory, quality, and business requirements across the company.

Benefits

• paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• long-term incentive programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive