Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people.

In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together.

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Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity.

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Your role

• Track and analyze regulatory changes, guidelines, and policy trends in key EMEA markets (e.g., EU, MOEL, SEE, META) to stay informed and proactive

• Identify and assess new and evolving requirements for the Vision Care Portfolio, supporting the development of innovative solutions and competitive advantages

• Maintain a regulatory intelligence database and provide timely updates to internal teams to ensure alignment with current regulations

• Develop EMEA regulatory framework strategies for Vision to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for Quality Management Systems (QMS) and products

• Represent the company in EMEA industry associations and regulatory forums, building relationships with key regulators and policymakers

• Prepare position papers and execute advocacy strategies to influence regulatory policies in alignment with business objectives, while identifying regulatory opportunities and risks

• Conduct training for internal teams to anticipate regulatory requirements, develop clear summaries of complex regulatory issues, and create trend reports for upcoming challenges

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Regulatory Affairs or related fields; advanced degree (MSc, MBA) or RAC (Devices) certification preferred

• Profound experience in Regulatory Affairs within the Life Sciences or Medical industry, with a strong understanding regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, MDR, ISO 13485, MDSAP) as well as EMEA regulatory frameworks and strategies (e.g. EU MDR)

• Proven knowledge in managing multiple parallel projects across geographies and functional areas including the interaction with authorities and external stakeholders with strong communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills

• Proficiency to leverage digital tools and platforms to enhance regulatory processes and communication

• Ability to think strategically with analytical skills and strong problem-solving capabilities to navigate complex regulatory challenges in a multicultural environment

• Proficiency in German and English; additional languages are an advantage