Director, Regulatory Affairs (Product Development)
Job description
About the Position
Join Arthrex and help shape the future of medical device innovation.
We are seeking an experienced Director, Regulatory Affairs (Product Development) for our global headquarters in Naples, FL. This high-impact leadership role will lead regulatory strategy and execution across our product development portfolio, including new product introductions, product modifications, and marketing material approvals. You'll work alongside industry-leading innovators dedicated to improving surgical outcomes worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Lead regulatory oversight for new product development, product design and process modifications, and related engineering changes.
- Lead a team of Regulatory Affairs people leaders who manage segment-aligned teams and provide regulatory support across the product development lifecycle across all business segments.
- Serve as the senior regulatory partner to Engineering and Product Management, ensuring early alignment on regulatory strategy and risk mitigation during design and development.
- Drive integration of regulatory deliverables into design control documentation, technical files, and DHFs.
- Guide the preparation and strategic planning of regulatory submissions for the U.S. (510(k)), Canada (Medical Device Licenses), and the European Union (CE Marking under MDR).
- Align regulatory approaches across business segments to ensure consistency in decision-making, risk tolerance, and execution practices.
- Represent Regulatory Affairs in product development governance, program reviews, and cross-functional working groups.
- Direct the regulatory review and approval process for promotional and marketing materials related to new and modified products.
- Support the review and refinement of labeling, instructions for use (IFUs), and promotional claims to ensure compliance with global regulatory standards.
- Lead regulatory strategy for innovation-focused or high-risk programs in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support the development and performance of regulatory personnel, including leadership coaching and succession planning.
- Contribute to inspection readiness, regulatory audits, and internal quality system improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred.
- 12+ years of experience in Regulatory Affairs with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- In-depth knowledge of FDA 510(k) and EU MDR regulatory pathways.
- Expertise in design control, engineering change processes, risk management, and product lifecycle documentation.
- Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to translate complex regulatory concepts into actionable strategies for business and technical partners.
- Ability to plan, evaluate, and improve the efficiency of business processes and procedures to enhance speed, quality, efficiency, and output.
- Experience in regulatory review of labeling and promotional materials in compliance with FDA, FTC, Health Canada, and EU advertising standards.
We Offer
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
- Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Medical Clinics
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
- Eligible for discretionary Long Term Incentive program
About the Company
Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Join our talented team at a growing global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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