Head of Global Regulatory Affairs

Karo Healthcare

Head of Global Regulatory Affairs at Karo Healthcare shaping regulatory strategy across multiple markets. Leading a global team to drive innovation and regulatory compliance in consumer healthcare.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeStockholm • 🇸🇪 SwedenLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute Karo's global regulatory strategy across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, and other consumer healthcare categories
Act as a key member of the Scientific Affairs Leadership Team, working closely with leaders across Pharmaceutical Development, R&D, Medical & Clinical Operations, Patient Safety, and Quality Assurance
Ensure Regulatory Affairs is a strategic business partner that enables innovation, portfolio growth, market expansion, and speed-to-market
Translate complex regulatory requirements into business opportunities and competitive advantage
Lead and develop a global Regulatory Affairs organization through a team of experienced leaders, strengthening leadership capability and empowering greater ownership across the function
Drive continuous improvement of regulatory processes, governance, and ways of working to increase efficiency and remove bottlenecks
Provide strategic regulatory input throughout product development, commercialization, claims strategy, lifecycle management, and market launches
Ensure timely submissions, approvals, compliance, and lifecycle activities across global markets and regulatory frameworks
Partner closely with Commercial, Innovation, Medical, Quality, and Supply teams to balance compliance requirements with business ambitions
Represent Karo externally with regulatory authorities, notified bodies, industry associations, and strategic partners
Support portfolio expansion, geographical growth, licensing opportunities, and M&A activities through regulatory expertise and business insight

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field
15+ years of Regulatory Affairs experience, including leadership roles within consumer healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or related industries
Strong pharmaceutical regulatory experience, complemented by exposure to medical devices and/or cosmetics
Proven track record of developing and executing regulatory strategies across multiple markets and regulatory frameworks
Experience leading international teams and managing through leaders in a multi-layered organization
Strong business acumen with the ability to balance regulatory compliance, commercial objectives, and growth opportunities
Experience partnering with senior stakeholders across commercial, scientific, and operational functions
A builder's mindset with a passion for developing organizations, improving processes, and driving change
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment where strategic thinking and hands-on execution go hand in hand
A collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented leader with strong influencing skills and executive presence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to create, grow, and encourage
Apart from a competitive salary pack, there are lots of growth opportunities to meet your personal ambitions
Flexible schedule and life work balance
Responsibility for exciting and challenging projects that have a direct, visible impact on our customers and the industry
Very positive work environment in a young, international, and motivated team
Start-up spirit while being a part of the large international organization with strong values

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Hard Skills & Tools

regulatory strategyregulatory affairspharmaceuticalsmedical devicescosmeticsproduct developmentcompliancelifecycle managementmarket expansionsubmissions

Soft Skills

leadershipstrategic thinkingbusiness acumencollaborationinfluencingproblem-solvingchange managementcommunicationteam developmentexecutive presence

Certifications

advanced degree in Life SciencesPharmacyMedicine