Remedica is a leading pharmaceutical company located in Cyprus with pharmaceutical products being distributed in more than 160+ countries worldwide. Originally founded in 1980, it went through various development stages. Today Remedica is specialising in the development, production, and sale of high-quality, safe, and efficacious pharmaceutical products for human use. Our pharmaceutical range consists of a product portfolio of more than 300 generic, branded generic, and over-the-counter (OTC).

Over the last few years, Remedica went through a massive transformational program from a locally recognized reputable company to a global player, respected by its distributors, partners, and clients. The investments into the factories, R&D equipment, new facilities, implementation of best-in-class software, and people development are the baselines for Remedica's success in the future.

We are looking for:

A highly skilled and experienced The Chief Development Officer (CDO) provides strategic leadership in product development and regulatory functions.  As a key member of the executive team, the CDO sets and executes the strategy for new product development aligned with the company’s commercial goals.  The role includes oversight of end-to-end development processes from concept to regulatory approval and market launch, as well as cross-functional coordination with Quality, Portfolio Management, IP/legal, Operations, Commercial and external partnerships.

Key Responsibilities
•    Lead R&D teams in driving new product development from concept through execution.
•    Oversee Regulatory Affairs and lifecycle management strategies.
•    Oversee clinical programmes as part of the product development process.
•    Ensure timely execution of development and regulatory plans.
•    Facilitate cross-functional alignment and external collaborations.
•    Contribute to the corporate strategy with actionable and measurable development plans.
•    Manage resources, budgets, and development timelines.
•    Foster a culture of innovation and high performance.
•    Ensure alignment of development activities with intellectual property (IP) strategy, including patent planning and protection.

Strategic Execution
•    Collaborate with the executive team to define and execute product development and innovation strategies.
•    Assess from a technical perspective external development, licensing, and acquisition opportunities in alignment with corporate strategy.

Performance & Compliance
•    Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to development timelines and regulatory milestones.
•    Ensure compliance with good development practices and applicable pharmaceutical regulatory frameworks (e.g., ICH, EMA, FDA, and ROW).
•    Oversee preparation for regulatory audits and submissions, ensuring data integrity and timely documentation.

People Management & Culture
•    Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across R&D, regulatory affairs, and project management.
•    Strongly promote a culture of scientific excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration within R&D, ensuring transparency and cross-functional working within Remedica.
•    Support organisational capability-building in development and regulatory functions.

Financial Oversight
•    Oversee budgets related to R&D, regulatory, and development programmes.
•    Ensure cost-effective execution of the development pipeline while maintaining balance with quality and compliance.

External & Cross-functional Collaboration
•    Work closely with portfolio management, commercial, operations, IP/legal, and quality teams to align development programmes with market and regulatory needs.
•    Foster strategic alliances and manage external development partnerships, CROs, CDMOs, and academic collaborations.
•    Coordinate with intellectual property counsel to support patent filings and lifecycle protection strategies.

What you will bring:

Required:
•    Minimum 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical development or regulatory affairs.
•    At least 10 years in senior leadership roles.
•    Deep understanding of generic development, regulatory pathways, and submissions.
•    Solid, semi-solid, and injectable development experience.

Preferred:
•    International product development and regulatory experience.
•    Experience managing co-development or joint ventures.

Education:
•    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific field.
•    PhD is a plus.
•    Strategic mindset with operational execution capability.
•    Scientific and regulatory expertise.
•    Strong leadership and communication skills.
•    Proactive and results-oriented approach.
•    High integrity and resilience under pressure.

Why Join Remedica? At Remedica, we offer a competitive compensation package, including 14 salaries, a provident fund, and a range of additional benefits to support your personal and professional growth. Join our team and be part of a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.