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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs Advertising and Promotion
Location: Morristown, NJ / Cambridge, MA
About the Job
As the Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs Advertising and Promotion within our GRA Advertising and Promo Team, you will be responsible for conducting the independent review of advertising, promotional, communications and other materials, and help develop and implement regulatory strategies for promotion and advertising campaigns. Ready to get started?
With some direction from the Therapeutic Area Head, will conduct the independent review of advertising, promotional, communications and other materials, and help develop and implement regulatory strategies for promotion and advertising campaigns, including serving as regulatory lead for product launches. As the product A&P expert, contribute to the development and implementation of regulatory strategies for labeling, product defense, and development projects. Serve as the primary liaison with FDA, for assigned products, on matters related to advertising and promotional compliance matters.
Main Responsibilities:
- Identifies product-specific or therapeutic area A&P issues and works with other teams to propose and implement solutions.
- Identifies different strategies for addressing issues; advises of risk/benefit of each and assists clients with making sound business decisions with the understanding of the potential risk/benefits with respect to intervening regulatory matters.
- Oversees and bears responsibility for the successful implementation of regulatory strategic objectives and projects with minimal supervision.
- Active participant and Regulatory representative on brand teams and Review Committees (RC) for commercial and medical materials, respectively.
- Provides guidance and feedback to internal Sanofi constituencies (commercial groups, R&D) to maximize the competitive impact of product development as well as ultimate promotion, advertising, and reimbursement. Provides input to the Global organization on domestic regulatory strategies for in-line products through life cycle management programs.
- Contribute A&P expertise to the development of optimal labeling on new and supplemental new drug applications.
- Provides product-specific Regulatory strategies to mitigate risk; works in conjunction with brand team management to provide advice and risk/benefit analysis to maximize value to stakeholders.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
About You
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences from an accredited four-year college or university.
Work Experience Required:
- 3+ Years experience in the following areas:
- Experience within pharmaceutical or medical device advertising and promotional review.
- Successful track record with ideally 1-3 years relevant regulatory experience.
- Dealt effectively with cross-functional groups, which may include Medical, Legal, Marketing etc.
Knowledge, Skills and Equivalent Experience:
- Knowledge and understanding of complex medical and scientific subject matter.
- Ability to work well within cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrates solid oral communication and writing skills.
- Understanding of the U.S. pharmaceutical marketplace, and familiarity with medical terminology.
- Understands issues, problems and opportunities by comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions and then can choose a course of action or develop the appropriate solution.
- Develops collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
- Develops and proposes innovative solutions in work situations, trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.
- Shows ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans.
- Can build collaborative internal networks to obtain cooperation.
- Unquestionable ethics, professional integrity and personal values consistent with the Sanofi values.
- Is able to balance projects with day-to-day duties, ensuring participation from other members of the department as needed.
- Is able to establish priorities and timelines to effectively manage workload. Is able to multi-task well.
- Deals with people in an honest and forthright manner representing information and data accurately.
Why Choose Us?
- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
Job Title: Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs Advertising and Promotion
Location: Morristown, NJ / Cambridge, MA
About the Job
As the Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs Advertising and Promotion within our GRA Advertising and Promo Team, you will be responsible for conducting the independent review of advertising, promotional, communications and other materials, and help develop and implement regulatory strategies for promotion and advertising campaigns. Ready to get started?
With some direction from the Therapeutic Area Head, will conduct the independent review of advertising, promotional, communications and other materials, and help develop and implement regulatory strategies for promotion and advertising campaigns, including serving as regulatory lead for product launches. As the product A&P expert, contribute to the development and implementation of regulatory strategies for labeling, product defense, and development projects. Serve as the primary liaison with FDA, for assigned products, on matters related to advertising and promotional compliance matters.
Main Responsibilities:
- Identifies product-specific or therapeutic area A&P issues and works with other teams to propose and implement solutions.
- Identifies different strategies for addressing issues; advises of risk/benefit of each and assists clients with making sound business decisions with the understanding of the potential risk/benefits with respect to intervening regulatory matters.
- Oversees and bears responsibility for the successful implementation of regulatory strategic objectives and projects with minimal supervision.
- Active participant and Regulatory representative on brand teams and Review Committees (RC) for commercial and medical materials, respectively.
- Provides guidance and feedback to internal Sanofi constituencies (commercial groups, R&D) to maximize the competitive impact of product development as well as ultimate promotion, advertising, and reimbursement. Provides input to the Global organization on domestic regulatory strategies for in-line products through life cycle management programs.
- Contribute A&P expertise to the development of optimal labeling on new and supplemental new drug applications.
- Provides product-specific Regulatory strategies to mitigate risk; works in conjunction with brand team management to provide advice and risk/benefit analysis to maximize value to stakeholders.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
About You
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences from an accredited four-year college or university.
Work Experience Required:
- 3+ Years experience in the following areas:
- Experience within pharmaceutical or medical device advertising and promotional review.
- Successful track record with ideally 1-3 years relevant regulatory experience.
- Dealt effectively with cross-functional groups, which may include Medical, Legal, Marketing etc.
Knowledge, Skills and Equivalent Experience:
- Knowledge and understanding of complex medical and scientific subject matter.
- Ability to work well within cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrates solid oral communication and writing skills.
- Understanding of the U.S. pharmaceutical marketplace, and familiarity with medical terminology.
- Understands issues, problems and opportunities by comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions and then can choose a course of action or develop the appropriate solution.
- Develops collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
- Develops and proposes innovative solutions in work situations, trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.
- Shows ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans.
- Can build collaborative internal networks to obtain cooperation.
- Unquestionable ethics, professional integrity and personal values consistent with the Sanofi values.
- Is able to balance projects with day-to-day duties, ensuring participation from other members of the department as needed.
- Is able to establish priorities and timelines to effectively manage workload. Is able to multi-task well.
- Deals with people in an honest and forthright manner representing information and data accurately.
Why Choose Us?
- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Advertising
Target agencies with dedicated international hiring programs
Large holding companies like WPP, Omnicom, Publicis, and IPG have established processes for sponsoring OPT and H-1B visa workers. Smaller independent agencies often lack the infrastructure, so prioritize companies with documented sponsorship history.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation from day one
Advertising positions need to qualify as specialty occupations for visa sponsorship. Emphasize the specific degree requirement your role demands, whether that is marketing, communications, data science, or a closely related field, in all application materials.
Position yourself for STEM OPT if your track qualifies
Roles focused on programmatic advertising, marketing analytics, or ad technology often fall under STEM-designated CIP codes. Confirm your degree classification with your DSO early so you can pursue the 24-month STEM extension before your initial OPT expires.
Build a portfolio that demonstrates measurable business outcomes
Advertising employers sponsor candidates who show ROI, not just creative flair. Quantify campaign results, such as engagement lifts, conversion rates, or cost-per-acquisition improvements, to signal the specialized value that justifies sponsorship investment from a hiring manager.
Understand your OPT start date relative to your offer timeline
OPT authorization can take 90 or more days to process. Apply through your DSO as soon as you have a target start date, and communicate your authorized start date clearly to employers so offer timelines can be structured around your actual availability.
Ask directly about H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer
Confirm the employer's willingness to sponsor H-1B status before you invest heavily in the interview process. Ask HR whether the company has sponsored international employees in your specific role or department, not just company-wide, to get an accurate answer.
Advertising OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do advertising jobs typically qualify for OPT work authorization?
Most advertising roles qualify for OPT as long as the position is directly related to your degree field. Account management, media planning, copywriting, and analytics roles commonly meet this standard when paired with a degree in marketing, communications, advertising, or data science. Your DSO must confirm the connection between your job and your degree before you begin work.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension working in advertising?
It depends on your specific role and degree. Positions focused on programmatic advertising, marketing analytics, or ad technology platforms can qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code. Creative roles like copywriting or art direction generally do not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO to determine eligibility before accepting a role.
How do I find advertising employers willing to sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find advertising employers that actively sponsor international candidates. Larger agency holding companies and in-house brand teams at major corporations are more likely to have existing sponsorship processes than boutique agencies. Look for employers with a track record of H-1B filings in marketing and advertising job categories, which signals genuine familiarity with the sponsorship process.
What happens if my advertising job offer falls through while I'm on OPT?
If your employment ends, you enter a 60-day unemployment grace period during your initial OPT. You must find a new qualifying position within that window or risk falling out of status. Keep your DSO informed immediately and update your SEVIS record when you secure a new role. If you are on STEM OPT, your employer must report the termination to your DSO within five business days.
Do I need my advertising employer to file any paperwork for my OPT?
For standard OPT, your employer does not file any government paperwork. You work on the strength of your EAD card, and your DSO updates your SEVIS record to reflect your employment. For STEM OPT, your employer must enroll in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan before your extension is approved. Confirm E-Verify enrollment with your employer before applying for the STEM extension.