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Is being a regulatory affairs manager a good fit for you?

Makes sure an organisation's work follows the rules and laws that apply to it. Leads the team that checks and records this.

What the work involves

  • Plans how to get new products approved by regulators.
  • Checks application materials sent to regulators for accuracy, timing and completeness.
  • Directs preparation of applications and reports for regulators.
  • Investigates product complaints and prepares reports for regulators.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be persuading and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onLow. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingStrong. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingStrong. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
  • Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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