Regulatory Affairs Graduate Programme, UK, 2027

Join the GSK Regulatory Affairs Graduate Programme, UK, 2027:  Help us get ahead of disease together

Education required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university, in a life science disciplines

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English

Other requirements:  Willingness to be geographically mobile (domestic) throughout rotations

Location: GSK HQ, London

Start date: September 2027

Application Information:

*You can apply to only one GSK Graduate Programme in UK, so you can focus on the role that motivates you the most.

Application deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and this role will close once we have received enough applications. We recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Assessment Centre Date: November/December

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Are you a talented, driven student or graduate eager to make an impact on billions of lives? Join the Regulatory Affairs Graduate Programme at GSK and get ahead with tailored training and career development designed to help you grow.

Are you an analytical graduate who can help us ensure our medicines meet rigorous legal standards? This will be your challenge within our dedicated regulatory affairs department. It is here that we advise on legal and scientific requirements; collect, collate, and evaluate scientific data in order to confirm the quality and efficacy of our products – and keep track of changing global health authority requirements.

We are required to meet stringent standards as part of the registration for clinical trials and marketing approvals across the world. You can be instrumental in this crucial process. Working with different areas of the function, other departments and colleagues from around the world, you will get an unparalleled insight into a critical team and the chance to provide expert guidance.

"If you’re a graduate with the talent and ambition to lead others, we’ll help you develop the expertise to become one of our GSK graduates. Over two years, our graduate programme will challenge and support you to grow professionally and personally. You will have stretching rotations supporting areas such as Global Regulatory Operations (GRO), Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC), and/or the UK and Ireland business. As you experience these varied fields of expertise, you will learn exactly what it takes to get a drug approved.

 

With access to first-class support and development opportunities, you will be well-equipped to start your professional career and make a meaningful impact at GSK.

 

What will you do?

• The timely provision of documentation to agreed timeframes for assigned projects. This may include, but is not limited to, support for clinical trials, marketing applications or activities relating to licence maintenance worldwide. The preparation, review and delivery of day-to-day submissions.
• Manage workload and prioritise tasks to meet agreed deadlines, as outlined by the line manager, and handle multiple assignments simultaneously
• Develop knowledge of the drug development process, regulatory agency guidelines, regulatory expectations and the principles of the regulatory review processes in Europe, Emerging Markets, Asia Pacific and North America.
• Seek to resolve problems in a proactive manner, discussing problems with line manager to obtain advice and endorsement to approach.
• Build effective working relationships and organisational networks.
• Participate in mandatory training and completion of training records.

 

  

What skills are we looking for?

• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry.
• Self-starter and engenders a can-do attitude.
• Possess sharp analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Versatility to adapt to a complex, fast moving and challenging environment.
• Exhibit confidence and strong communication skills to express own opinions.
• Ability to build good working relationships and collaborates with team members

What do we offer you?  

• £35,000 per annum Additional annual bonus based on company performance 
• Relocation Allowance* (subject to eligibility) 
• Employee recognition programmes, which reward exceptional achievements.  
• Access to our cutting-edge wellbeing platform: personalise your experience, help reduce stress, increase focus, build connections and resilience. You will also have access to a confidential helpline 24/7, mindfulness, health screenings and financial wellbeing support. 
• Access to Private Healthcare Insurance, including 24-hour access to an online GP.  
• Option to opt into our share save plan which gives you long-term incentives by linking your rewards to our longer-term performance.   
• Engage with Employee Resource Groups, providing opportunities to network, gain mentorship, and grow personally and professionally. 
• Access to TalNet, which are communities of Early Careers programme participants offering development, networking and social connections to help you make the best of your programme.  
• 2 volunteering days per year, called “Together Days”.
  

Let’s do this!

You’ll find hints, tips and guidance on our recruitment process on our website

You can also visit our Early Careers FAQ page for answers to common questions: Frequently asked questions | GSK

Learn more about the application process Application process | GSK 

After submitting your application, you will be asked to complete our GSK Digital Assessment. The GSK Digital Assessment will give you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills through engaging exercises, while providing us with insights into your unique approach to work. This will help us better understand how your strengths, behaviors, and skills align with the role and the positive impact you could bring to our team.     

Top tip #1: Save this job description. It will be your go-to guide throughout the application process and will help you feel prepared at every stage. 

Top tip #2: Don't forget to register on our GSK insight & engagement platform https://gsk.connectr.co.uk/getahead/ to learn more about working at GSK, our culture, our worksites, and application processes. You can learn more about GSK and our careers here https://www.gsk.com/en-gb/careers/

Our Graduate Programmes are designed to accelerate the development of graduates who don’t have significant previous professional work experience in the area to which they are applying.  If you’ve already developed substantial experience working in a professional role in your sector, while you would be able to apply for this programme, you may want to look at our direct entry roles as an alternate way to build on your existing skills and develop a career at GSK. 

Apply now!Need help with your application?
Please email us at ww.earlycareers@gsk.com and let us know how we can help you or check our FAQ section Frequently asked questions | GSK. 

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Skills

Application Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Commercial Mindset, Communication, Decision Making, Establishing Contacts, Focus, Inclusivity, Innovative Thinking, Resilience, Risk Management Assessment, Taking Initiative

 

 

Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you’d like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to our process which might help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities.

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