Location
10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4PU. This role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas.

Hours
Full Time - 37 hours per week

Salary
£75,585 - £84,840 per annum plus benefits

About the Role
We are seeking a Regulatory Strategy Specialist to join the National Licensing Strategy Function within the Healthcare Quality & Access group at the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). This permanent, full-time role supports regulatory projects critical to the UK’s licensing strategy, benefiting patients and the economy.

The role involves leading and developing key outputs including projects and recommendations that underpin MHRA’s licensing activities. You will carry out research and analysis on UK and international regulation, guidance, and policy, contributing to the development of UK licensing guidance and legislation. You will prepare and present recommendations to internal working groups and leaders, and contribute to MHRA policy and divisional procedures.

The MHRA is implementing a flexible hybrid working model requiring a minimum of 8 days per month on site, with potential to flex up to 12 days depending on business needs. This enables collaboration with partners and stakeholders to deliver MHRA business effectively.

The Healthcare Quality and Access portfolio drives quality and critically appraises benefits and risks to inform decisions on healthcare access, including accelerated access pathways. The Licensing Strategy function aims to position the UK as a leader in facilitating early access to safe and innovative medicines, enhancing the life sciences sector and improving public health outcomes.

Experience
Substantial experience in at least one of the following sectors:
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Governmental departments
- Academia

About you
You will be able to develop and provide advice within your division or agency, manage your own workload to meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders. You should demonstrate strong leadership, analytical skills, and a commitment to quality service delivery and continuous improvement.

Qualifications
A degree in Pharmacy or Biological Science, with knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures applicable to the licensing of human medicinal products.