Associate Director, International Regulatory Affairs Advertising & Promotion
The Associate Director safeguards products and practices to adhere to the highest quality and regulatory standards. The Associate Director will design and deliver optimized global regulatory strategies, plans and dossiers that align with AbbVie’s overall business strategy. The role is responsible for the implementation of regulatory advertising and promotion strategies for marketed and development compounds in alignment with the overarching global regulatory strategy and global brand plan, and leads the international regulatory strategy for the assigned compounds. The Associate Director interfaces with International Marketing, Global Legal and the Office of Ethics and Compliance regarding advertising and promotion strategies and tactics intended for global use.
Responsibilities
- Review and evaluate the global industry environment (regulatory, legal, and political climate) and plan strategically for the overall system of regulatory communications. Provide functional input on key initiatives impacting other areas.
- Lead the implementation of risk management strategies and risk management plans for global regulatory advertising and promotion.
- Provide global regulatory position, perspective, and expertise related to advertising and promotion to internal and external customers and business partners.
- Maintain current knowledge of global codes of practice, regulations and guidelines that impact pharmaceutical advertising and promotion, and hold direct international (ex‑US) accountability for assigned therapeutic areas within the department.
- Implement department policies and procedures, contribute to the development and updates of divisional and corporate policies affecting global core messaging, and support departmental and business strategies, quality initiatives and improvement plans.
- Analyze and interpret regulatory positions and messaging for communications in response to highly visible pharmaceutical news.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively across all levels of management and multiple divisions and functions.
- Balance business needs and risk assessments with creative decision‑making and maintain compliance with international codes of practice and regulations.
- Work a hybrid schedule—three days in the office at AbbVie Mettawa, IL headquarters.
Significant Work Activities
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8‑hour day) is required.
Qualifications
- Minimum a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a science discipline such as biology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, medical technology, pharmacy, or pharmacology. A master’s, Ph.D. or Pharm.D. is preferred.
- 8+ years of pharmaceutical experience, including at least 5 years with a Pharm.D. and relevant advertising/promotional experience.
- Solid understanding of regulatory advertising and promotion regulations and direct responsibility in this area.
- International experience is desired but not required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick leave), medical/dental/vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan for eligible employees.
- Eligibility to participate in long‑term incentive programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.
Location
AbbVie Mettawa, IL headquarters (hybrid work schedule).
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