Global Head Regulatory Science and Asset Management

JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for leading UPL's global strategy related to Regulatory Science and Asset Management. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the company's compliance with global regulatory requirements while maximizing the value of research, development, and commercial assets across their lifecycle. The role requires a strategic, hands-on approach to managing regulatory approvals, optimizing portfolio decisions, driving lifecycle management, and ensuring regulatory excellence to support business growth and innovation.

PRIMARY KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Regulatory Compliance Management

• Oversee global regulatory compliance, ensuring all products meet the necessary regulatory standards in the countries where they are sold.
• Manage the regulatory approval process for new products, ensuring registrations are completed efficiently and maintaining ongoing compliance.
• Ensure timely product approvals, registrations, renewals, and lifecycle submissions across key markets (India, US, EU, LATAM, APAC, Africa, etc.).

Regulatory Science Leadership

• Lead and strengthen the organization's regulatory science capabilities to support innovation and product development.
• Provide strategic regulatory guidance throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Monitor and interpret evolving global regulatory frameworks and assess their business impact.
• Develop data-driven regulatory strategies that accelerate approvals and enhance market access.

Asset Management & Portfolio Optimization

• Lead the strategic management of UPL's global product and innovation asset portfolio.
• Establish governance frameworks for asset prioritization, investment decisions, and portfolio reviews.
• Drive portfolio optimization by evaluating commercial potential, technical feasibility, regulatory risks, and resource requirements.
• Monitor asset performance and ensure alignment with corporate growth objectives.
• Partner with R&D, Commercial, and Finance teams to identify opportunities for value creation and maximize return on investment across the portfolio.
• Lead lifecycle management strategies for existing products, including registrations, label expansions, line extensions, formulation improvements, and market expansion opportunities.
• Provide strategic recommendations on asset progression, partnerships, acquisitions, licensing opportunities, and portfolio rationalization decisions.
• Ensure cross-functional alignment on key asset milestones, development timelines, and commercialization plans.

Strategic Planning and Regulatory Policy Development

• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic plans addressing global regulatory challenges and business priorities.
• Develop long-term regulatory and asset management strategies that support innovation, sustainability, and market expansion goals.
• Support portfolio decision-making through scientific, regulatory, and commercial assessments.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with internal teams, including R&D, Legal, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Commercial departments to align regulatory and asset strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective approvals and successful commercialization of products in key markets.
• Support business development initiatives through regulatory due diligence and asset evaluation.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a global team of regulatory affairs, regulatory science, and asset management professionals.
• Foster a high-performance culture and ensure team members are equipped with the necessary tools and training to succeed in a dynamic global environment.
• Build organizational capability in portfolio management, lifecycle planning, and regulatory excellence.

Market Intelligence and Portfolio Insights

• Monitor global regulatory trends, emerging scientific requirements, and competitive landscape developments.
• Assess potential impacts on the product portfolio and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Identify emerging opportunities and risks affecting strategic assets and business growth.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Education: Master's degree or equivalent in Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, Regulatory Science, Product Development, Portfolio Management, or related functions within the agrochemical, crop protection, biotechnology, or life sciences sectors. At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Global Expertise: Extensive knowledge of international regulatory frameworks, including the EU, US, APAC, LATAM, and Africa regions, with a proven track record of navigating complex global regulatory landscapes.
• Asset Management Expertise: Demonstrated experience in portfolio management, lifecycle management, asset prioritization, and strategic investment decision-making.
• Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to develop and execute global regulatory and asset strategies that drive business growth and innovation.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence senior executives and cross-functional stakeholders globally.