Director, Business Operations, Regulatory Oncology

Role Summary

Reporting to the Head of Regulatory, Oncology, the Director of Business Operations is a key member of the Regulatory Oncology Leadership Team. This role is responsible for driving day-to-day operational support for Stephens, Jen, including strategic planning, communications, and coordination across internal and external stakeholders. The Director acts as a senior advisor and strategic partner, supporting initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, colleague engagement, and continuous improvement. This role also leads the Regulatory Oncology Administrative and Business Operations staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of Pfizer’s Oncology Regulatory strategy, pipeline, and capabilities to inform priorities for the Head of Regulatory.
• Anticipate strategic and operational needs, identifying potential issues and opportunities.
• Lead and support planning efforts to align and implement Regulatory Oncology strategy and communications.
• Engage with key stakeholders across R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and the broader Pfizer enterprise to coordinate planning and execution.
• Facilitate the development and tracking of semester goals for the Regulatory Oncology Leadership Team
• Provide operational support for the Head of Regulatory’s key meetings and interactions to enhance organizational efficiency.
• Serve as a core member of the Regulatory Oncology Leadership Team, managing meeting agendas, minutes, action tracking, and follow-ups.
• Partner with Finance to manage the Regulatory Oncology Operating Expense budget.
• Track and manage commitments made by the Head of Regulatory, ensuring timely execution and communication.
• Oversee planning and execution of critical meetings, events, and communications (e.g., offsites, site visits, town halls).
• Represent the Head of Regulatory and the Regulatory Oncology organization across R&D and corporate-wide committees.
• Manage internal and external communications, ensuring timely and coordinated responses to requests from Pfizer leadership and external stakeholders.
• Support planning and execution of communications such as town halls, site visits, external appearances, and media engagements.
• Partner with People Experience to design and lead development opportunities for teams and individuals.
• Provide strategic counsel to the Head of Regulatory on internal and external matters, serving as a trusted advisor.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree such as MBA or PhD in science preferred)
• Required: 8–10 years of experience in the Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry or equivalent
• Required: Proven ability to support senior executives and develop visibility platforms
• Required: Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Required: Demonstrated business and scientific acumen, project management skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Required: Ability to influence across a matrixed organization and build trusted relationships
• Preferred: Experience in R&D operations or regulatory affairs
• Preferred: People management experience
• Preferred: Familiarity with Pfizer’s organizational structure and R&D processes
• Preferred: Experience across the drug development lifecycle from discovery to clinical development