Director Regulatory Operations

Director Regulatory Operations page is loaded## Director Regulatory Operationslocations: Sydneytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: November 14, 2025 (24 days left to apply)job requisition id: R-622516## **Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time.**Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.**The Opportunity**Cochlear has a newly created opportunity for a **Director, Regulatory Operations**. In this role, the successful Director will lead multiple global teams to define and deliver scalable and efficient regulatory operations and processes, support international registration planning and fulfilment, oversee technical communications and localisation activities, and drive technology adoption to enhance operational effectiveness.**Responsibilities include:*** Lead and manage regulatory operations teams across technical domains and geographies.* Drive scalable processes and governance for regulatory and technical communications.* Oversee international registration planning and fulfilment for global markets.* Define strategy and drive change and transformationThis is a unique opportunity for an experienced people leader to drive meaningful transformation in a global regulatory operations function. The role offers the chance to lead a large, complex team and influence how Cochlear delivers regulatory support across international markets. It’s well-suited to leaders with strong collaboration and influencing skills. As a member of the global regulatory leadership team, the Director Regulatory Operations position will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic changes that improve efficiency, scalability, and service delivery across the organisation.**About You**To add value to Cochlear in this role, you'll be able to demonstrate the following essential skills and experience:* Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology.* Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Medical Device industry.* Strong understanding of EU MDR, FDA and ISO13485 requirements.* Proven ability to lead global teams and drive operational excellence.* Experience managing complex projects across multiple disciplines.* Exceptional communication, analytical and planning skills.* Ability to influence and negotiate effectively.If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.#CochlearCareers**How we recognise your contribution**At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com[](blob:https://cochlear.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/1099831b-6312-4184-adfa-f45504877e97)0:00 / 1:04
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