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Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across saudi, uae with 2 recent postings.

GCC postings
2
Active markets
2
Typical experience
10+ years
In brief

A Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA in the GCC region requires compliance, excel, leadership, negotiation, audit. Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

What a Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA earns in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
24,000
Median
36,000
75th percentile
52,000
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Key responsibilities
  • 01Develop regulatory strategies and implementation plans for the preparation and submission of new products.
  • 02Review all regulatory agency submission materials to ensure timeliness, accuracy, detailedness, or compliance with regulatory standards.
  • 03Direct the preparation and submission of regulatory agency applications, reports, or correspondence.
  • 04Investigate product complaints and prepare documentation and submissions to appropriate regulatory agencies as necessary.
  • 05Provide responses to regulatory agencies regarding product information or issues.
  • 06Represent organizations before domestic or international regulatory agencies on major policy matters or decisions regarding company products.
  • 07Provide regulatory guidance to departments or development project teams regarding design, development, evaluation, or marketing of products.
  • 08Manage activities such as audits, regulatory agency inspections, or product recalls.
  • 09Communicate regulatory information to multiple departments and ensure that information is interpreted correctly.
  • 10Maintain current knowledge of relevant regulations, including proposed and final rules.
  • 11Formulate or implement regulatory affairs policies and procedures to ensure that regulatory compliance is maintained or enhanced.
  • 12Direct documentation efforts to ensure compliance with domestic and international regulations and standards.
Education requirements
  • — Associate degree

Required skills

complianceexcelleadershipnegotiationauditsupply chaincommunicationenglish

Preferred skills

leanReading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive LearningLearning StrategiesMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationPersuasion

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Hiring companies we see

  • Michael Page
  • Ecolab

Hired across

  • saudi
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA do in the GCC?

    A Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA in the GCC performs core duties related to compliance, excel, leadership, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA?

    Typically a Associate degree is required, with 10+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across saudi, uae, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA role?

    Key skills include compliance, excel, leadership, negotiation, audit, supply chain, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Head of Regulatory Affairs KSA in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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