Regulatory Affairs Manager — MEA & GCC
16+ years driving regulatory strategy across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and cosmetics in the UAE, GCC, Levant, Egypt, and Iraq. Direct health authority relationships. Proven track record of fastest-in-class approvals.
Achieved the UAE's fastest-ever approval for botulinum toxin type A — a biological drug — reducing time-to-market by approximately 80% through strategic health authority engagement.
Secured EDE repricing approvals for three blockbuster aesthetics products, directly enabling UAE revenue growth and strengthening commercial positioning.
Led simultaneous regulatory strategy across pharma, medical device, and cosmetics portfolios — a rare cross-category competency across GCC, Levant, Egypt, and Iraq.
Built and governed end-to-end Regulatory QMS frameworks including SOPs, audit programs, and compliance workflows in multinational environments.
Implemented innovative compliance software for HCP interactions, resolving cross-functional process gaps and meeting evolving regional regulatory expectations.
Supported geo-expansion regulatory submissions across Iraq and Lebanon, identifying early-mover opportunities for blockbuster products in emerging markets.
Direct regulatory relationships with health authorities across the region — a genuine differentiator in multinational markets.
EDE-licensed Pharmacist-in-Charge · UAE Golden Visa holder
I'm actively exploring senior Regulatory Affairs leadership opportunities within multinational companies operating across the GCC and MEA region. If you're looking for a seasoned regulatory leader with direct health authority relationships and a proven track record — I'd welcome a conversation.