Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Globalization (Change Management)

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

The Regulatory Affairs Strategist, Globalization is responsible implementation worldwide regulatory affairs strategies and practices related to their assigned area of focus and expertise across BU, Regional and Central teams. Act as a strategic partner to Business Units and Regional Regulatory leaders, enabling aligned execution of assigned business practices through tools, processes, and best‑practice sharing. The role requires an understanding of the Regulatory function related to their area of focus and its associated activities.

• →Provide centralized regulatory governance related to the regulatory change management, release, and restriction process. Able to interpret global regulatory requirements, ensuring timely insight and clear guidance to Business Units and Regions to enable compliant growth and market access.
• →Help to develop and standardize regulatory releases and restrictions, driving consistency, efficiency, and scalability across regions while allowing appropriate flexibility to meet local regulatory needs.
• →Act as a partner to Business Units and Regional Regulatory leaders, enabling implementation of global processes related to releases and restrictions.
• →Coordinates and networks across Business Units, Regions, Central RA related to releases and restrictions, and helps to identify areas for improvement.
• →Works across regulatory affairs teams to identify common pain points and potential solutions.
• →Stays apprised of global regulatory policy topics.

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or technology discipline required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Compliance, Product Stewardship, or a related regulated function.
• Experience supporting regulatory compliance activities in a regulated industry (medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics, healthcare, consumer products, or similar).
• Experience interpreting and applying regulatory requirements and communicating impacts to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex regulatory information into clear business guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a global, matrixed environment.

• Master’s degree in business, management, or technology related field preferred.
• Experienced in both Business and Regional roles.
• Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC).
• Experience with regulatory change management, product releases, restrictions, market access, or lifecycle management processes.
• Experience supporting globalization initiatives, regulatory harmonization efforts, or process standardization projects.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across Business Units, Regions, and Corporate functions without direct authority.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role: 

• Annual Bonus
• Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus 

Health and Well-being Benefits 

• Medical coverage 

• Health Savings Accounts 

• Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Dental coverage 

• Vision coverage 

• Hospital Care Insurance 

• Critical Illness Insurance 

• Accidental Injury Insurance 

• Life and AD&D insurance 

• Short-term disability coverage 

• Long-term disability insurance 

• Long-term care with life insurance 

Other Well-being Resources 

• Anxiety management program 

• Wellness incentives 

• Sleep improvement program 

• Diabetes management program 

• Virtual physical therapy 

• Emotional/mental health support programs 

• Weight management programs 

• Gastrointestinal health program 

• Substance use management program 

• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit 

Retirement and Financial Well-being 

• BD 401(k) Plan 

• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan 

• 529 College Savings Plan 

• Financial counseling 

• Baxter Credit Union (BCU) 

• Daily Pay 

• College financial aid and application guidance 

Life Balance Programs 

• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves 

• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement 

• MetLife Legal Plan 

• Group auto and home insurance 

• Pet insurance 

• Commuter benefits 

• Discounts on products and services 

• Academic Achievement Scholarship 

• Service Recognition Awards 

• Employer matching donation 

• Workplace accommodations 

Other Life Balance Programs 

• Adoption assistance 

• Backup day care and eldercare 

• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers 

• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes 

Leave Programs 

• Bereavement leaves 

• Military leave 

• Personal leave 

• Family and Medical Leave (FML) 

• Jury and Witness Duty Leave