Chief development officer

About the Company Our client is an international aesthetics company specialising in injectable aesthetic products, with an established global presence and ambitious growth plans.Flexible location in Eur opeAbout the RoleReporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Development Officer will lead Product Development, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs and Vigilance across the organisation. This executive leadership role will be responsible for driving innovation, regulatory compliance, product quality and lifecycle management while supporting the Company's continued international growth.Respons ibilitiesProvide strategic leadership for Product Development, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs and Vigilancefunctions.Lead the global Quality Management System and ensure continued compliance with applicable international standards and regulations.Develop and execute regulatory strategies supporting product registrations, market access and lifecycle managementactivities.Oversee vigilance, complaint handling, post-market surveillance and risk managementprogrammes.Ensure organisational readiness for external audits, inspections and regulatory assessments.Drive quality and regulatory transformation initiatives where required.Lead development programmes from concept through commercialisation.Ensure development activities are aligned with regulatory, quality, manufacturing and commercial requirements.Partner closely with Commercial, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Medical Affairs and Executive Leadership teams.Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities, notified bodies, industry partners and external stakeholders.Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to the Executive Team, Board and Sh areholders.Q ualificationsDegree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering or a related scientific discipline.15+ years' experience within injectable aesthetics, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biologics or related healthcare sectors.Senior leadership experience across Product Development, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Development or Scientific Affairs.Strong knowledge of ISO 13485, EU MDR, MDSAP and global regulatory requirements.Proven experience leading product development and lifecycle management activities from concept through commercialisation.Experience overseeing Quality Management Systems, risk management, vigilance and post-market surveillance activities.Track record of successful regulatory inspections, audits and compliance programmes.Experience leading multidisciplinary international teams within highly regulated environments.Strong understanding of sterile, injectable, combination product or Class III medical device development andmanufacturing.Experience operating at executive leadership level and engaging with Boards, Investors and Senio r Stakeholders.This represents an exceptional opportunity for a senior executive to shape the future direction of a growing international aesthetics business and play a central role in the development of its next generation product portfolio. Apply wi thout hesitation.