Undergraduate Regulatory Strategist

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place.

To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.

Pfizer Research & Development serves as the beating heart of Pfizer’s trailblazing product pipeline, the essence of our mission to bring life‑changing medicines to the world.

Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year. Only candidates who submit the Pfizer Placement Application Form will be considered.

• Regulatory Strategy is a dynamic department that proactively works with drug development and various functional lines to ensure Pfizer meets the requirements of Global Health Authorities.
• Regulatory Strategists aim to secure regulatory approval in a compliant, creative, efficient and commercially viable manner by defining and executing asset‑specific regulatory strategies across all stages of the product life cycle.
• The department leads dialogue with Global Health Authorities on behalf of Pfizer.
• Regulatory Strategy engages with different business functions and regions, offering unique insight into research & development and commercial aspects of the pharmaceutical industry.

Global Regulatory Sciences supports a diverse portfolio of products across multiple therapeutic areas, including Inflammation and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Non‑malignant Haematology, Vaccines, Infectious Diseases and Global Brands. You will develop and implement regulatory strategies for innovative medicinal products and maintain Pfizer’s marketed products to the highest standards of quality, safety and efficacy across different regions.

Involved in day‑to‑day activities such as compilation of general regulatory project documents, clinical trial applications, regulatory dossiers and replies to regulatory questions received from health authorities. You will contribute to global regulatory strategies and implementation plans, ensuring an aligned regional position is reached and agreed for assigned projects, monitor progress of regulatory plans while addressing identified risks, and take a proactive role in maintaining systems, processes and procedures relating to regulatory strategy.

• Communication and presentation training
• Volunteering opportunities
• Participation in cross‑functional projects
• Shadowing opportunities
• Professional membership for The Organization for Professionals in Regulatory Affairs (TOPRA)
• Opportunity to attend UK‑based TOPRA Careers Fair
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pfizer Share Ownership Plan

Placements will start 1st September 2026 and will run for 12 months. The start date is fixed due to the 2‑week induction and onboarding programme.

• Completing placement as part of a University degree (Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year)
• Adaptable – Desire to learn and capacity to assimilate and act on new information quickly
• Analytical – Synthesize complex information and identify potential issues before they arise
• Integrity & Attention to Detail – Provide the best outcomes for patients
• Problem‑solving – Use innovative and strategic thinking to develop novel solutions to challenges
• Project management – Ability to manage multiple activities and complete tasks on time
• Proactive – Self‑starter with the ability to work individually and as a team
• Written & Oral Communication – Convert complex data into succinct messages
• IT Expertise – Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

This position will close for applications on 2nd November 2025. Please submit the Pfizer Placement Application Form – CV or cover letter will not be accepted.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating diversity in all its forms and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and will provide reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career at Pfizer.