GlaxoSmithKline LLC Posted June 26, 2026

Regulatory Compliance Lead

Zebulon, United States Full time
Quality

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About this opportunity

Business Introduction:

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and product. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Position Summary:

This role leads a team of professionals acting as   advisor ,   facilitator   and team   member   regarding   regulatory compliance and   pertinent   quality systems for all aspects of   the   manufacturing , testing,   storage   and distribution   of pharmaceutical products.   This position will provide guidance and training   to   new and existing employees and   assist   them with decision making.   You will lead regulatory compliance activities across US operations. You will work with quality, manufacturing, and technical teams to ensure compliance with regulations and company standards. Your team values clear thinking, practical problem solving, and collaboration. You will have the chance to grow your skills, shape compliance practices, and make a measurable impact on patient safety and public health. Join us to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Responsibilities:

This role will provide you the opportunity to lead key activities to progress your career. You will lead regulatory compliance programs and ensure alignment with US and global regulatory requirements. S upport inspection readiness including responses to regulatory authority requests and audits. Manage regulatory risk assessments and drive corrective and preventive actions to closure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement compliance plans and improve processes. Prepare clear reports and metrics for leadership on compliance status and improvement initiatives. Coach and influence colleagues to build a proactive compliance culture across the organization.

Ensuring   all proposed technical changes   are   properly assessed   via   the   Change Control System, providing guidance to the impact on regulatory submissions,   RIS (Regulatory Implementation Strategy )   and using this information to assist   change owners in the assessment of scope for the change .

Ensures site representation   in meetings requiring regulatory input and updates. ( i.e.   PTRT, CoPs, Change Control Panel,   )

Manage the implementation of registered commitments to ensure continuous compliance and success in global regulatory authority inspections ( e. g.   FDA ) .

Coordinates efforts with GSK Regulatory Affairs ,   LOCs   and other business departments to   assure   all mandatory licenses and registrations are kept current and in compliance with relevant health authority requirements .

Oversee the management of   Quality Agreements (QA and   iQA ) and Quality Agreement Product Requirements Specifications (QAPRS) for API’s supplied to Zebulon, US marketed products   managed by Zebulon, products supplied by Zebulon and Secondary Contract Manufacture (SCM) products managed by Zebulon.

Supervise employees related to the management of regulatory compliance and quality systems using established procedures and guidelines.

Accountable for employee development and/or performance management through activities such as assignments and associated technical training programs. Coach direct reports   with   problem solving .

Support   Quality   Compliance   Director   with succession planning,   setting   team objectives , implementation   of new departmental strategies.

Act as   single   point of accountability for site regulatory compliance. Create an environment where strategic decision making is encouraged   in order to   drive site regulatory compliance for all new and existing products .

Manage the Periodic Product Review (PPR) Program for the Site.

Basic Qualifications:

We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals.

8+ years' experience in cGMP environment, with 5+ years in regulatory affairs or a quality or regulatory compliance role with hands-on regulatory compliance experience in a regulated industry (pharmaceutical, biotech, or similar). Must have a m inimum 2 years as a people leader.

BS or BA in relevant technical discipline, including life sciences, engineering, regulatory affairs, or a related field, or equivalent experience.  Sufficient technical depth or professional experience will be considered in lieu of technical degree .

Demonstrated experience with GMP’s, FDA, MHRA, EMA and other regulatory agency requirements for pharmaceutical validation and operations, analytical and stability   functions   and compliance.

Demonstrated experience with GMP’s, NIH Guidelines, FDA and other regulatory agency requirements preferred.

Extensive working knowledge of GSK marketed products (US & International) with emphasis on Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC).

Demonstrated experience supporting regulatory inspections and audit activities. Strong knowledge of US regulatory requirements and good manufacturing practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus.

Advanced degree in a relevant scientific or technical discipline.

Good written communication, organizational, and computer skills. le to prioritize and decide   appropriate course   of   actions .    Effective at implementing   decisions .

Able to interact with peers,   subordinate   and senior personnel in   multidisciplinary   environment   including engineering, facility operations, validation,   production   and QC.

Extensive working knowledge of GSK marketed products (US & International) with emphasis on Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC).

Good understanding and interpretation of Global regulations   pertaining to   the manufacture, holding, and distribution of human drug products.

Good working knowledge of regulatory affairs, including submissions/supplements/variations and approved dossiers.

Demonstrated experience supporting regulatory inspections and audit activities. Strong knowledge of US regulatory requirements and good manufacturing practices.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

Experience with global regulatory interactions and harmonization activities.

Experience coaching teams and building compliance capability.

Familiarity with quality management systems and trending tools.

Experience writing regulatory submissions or formal responses to authorities.

Prior experience in continuous improvement or operational excellence programs.

Work Arrangement:

This role is hybrid. You will be expected to work on-site regularly, with flexibility for remote work as agreed with your manager.

What you can expect from us:

You will join a team that values inclusion, clear communication, and practical action. We support learning and career development. We welcome different perspectives and want people who will help us do the right thing for patients, safely and reliably.

Ready to apply?

If this role fits your experience and ambitions, we encourage you to apply. Share a concise summary of how your background matches the basic qualifications and a short example of a compliance challenge you led. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Please visit  GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Quality
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Zebulon, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Quality role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 644 comparable Quality roles across 85 biopharma companies.

644Comparable roles tracked
597Currently active
85Companies hiring similar roles
45Countries represented

Salary context

110 of 644 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

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Highest disclosed · Executive Director, QA Microbiology · Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc (USA) $203,000/yr – $399,400/yr
Peer group range $43,753 – $301,200 (median $159,000)

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Ireland49
India45
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Singapore36
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Seniority mix

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Manager116
Senior97
Associate Director26
Director24
Associate23
Principal14
Senior Director7
Executive/VP1
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc1

Therapeutic area mix

0 of 644 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

No peers with a known therapeutic area yet.

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