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AlignTech Regulatory Affairs Manager 
Singapore, Singapore 
726320765

09.06.2025

The APAC Regulatory Affairs Department has a position in Singapore for a Regulatory Affairs (RA) Manager to support these local & regional functions of the Department. The role is to oversee and focus on regulatory submissions, quality management system and government affairs efforts in South East Asia (SEA) and to overall support thein achieving the department goals from a local level, cascading to APAC level. This Manager role needs to provide oversight on the guidance and recommendations to other country business stakeholders on SEA’s requirements, in particular Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines, and ensure compliance to accepted practices. This position is also responsible for supporting development of SEA’s regulatory strategies for local submissions and registrations, working in tandem with Corporate RAQA and R&D program teams for design input and regulatory assessments. Help to proactively drive Align’s agenda by engaging with applicable regulatory agencies and to ensure relationship building.
Regulatory Affairs
  • Represent Align’s policy interests in SEA as agreed with APAC RA Department, the site leadership team and U.S. headquarters.
  • Responsible for ensuring the compliance with Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines medical device regulations; to conduct impact assessment, develop rationale and documentation for new product and product changes.
  • Develop regulatory strategies for local submissions and registrations, working in tandem with Corporate RAQA and R&D program teams for design input and regulatory assessments.
  • Work collaboratively with APAC RA, project teams and U.S. headquarters, to prepare and submit regulatory submissions to regulatory bodies and/or notified bodies and/or applicable regulatory agencies for new or change submissions.
  • Ensure that annual or time limited product approvals/site licenses are renewed/maintained to ensure product supply.
  • Conduct post market obligations and coordinate with APAC RA and U.S. headquarters to ensure timely reporting of adverse events.
  • Monitor changes to regulations and policies and proactively identify issues that may have a business impact or of interest to Align, propose action plans to APAC RA and see through agreed plans.
Others
  • Provide administrative support to Director , International Regulatory Affairs, APAC including but not limited to collation of Global Regulatory Impact Assessments (GRIA).
  • Assist with all department projects as required.
  • Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
  • Provide support to audit processes and quality management system as required.
In this role, you’ll need …
  • Proficient in English.
  • Must understand the regulatory requirements for medical devices in SEA.
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with company personnel, consultants, and government officials.
  • Ability to maintain constructive relationships with individuals at all levels within the organizations and influence without direct authority.
  • A strong commitment to excellence and high standards of integrity, professionalism, loyalty, honesty, respect, open mindedness, open communication, respect, and business ethics
  • Must be able to work independently, and handle both small and large matters with equal effectiveness and enthusiasm.
  • Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ever-changing business objectives, be willing to adapt to change, as well as being capable of driving change.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor Degree in Science or Engineering preferred.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance role at medical device company is required.
  • Thorough understanding of SEA’s medical device laws and regulations.
  • Experience in performing all regulatory functions (e.g., writing submissions, reviewing documentation for regulatory compliance, interfacing with regulatory agencies, etc.) and medical device, software-related regulatory requirements.
  • Significant experience within the legislative and regulatory fields applicable to medical devices, including interaction with government officials.
  • Experience in performing QMS functions to comply with local requirements.
  • Able to build and maintain relationships with decision and policy makers within the SEA governmental structure.
  • Excellent knowledge of SEA’s legislative and regulatory landscapes and processes.
  • Ability to research and propose well-thought out solutions when dealing with challenges.
About Align
Invisalign clear aligners and iTero Intraoral scanners that help dental professionals achieve the clinical results they expect and deliver effective, cutting-edge dental options to their patients.
Employment Type
Full Time
Workplace type
Reporting To
Regulatory Affairs
  • Represent Align’s policy interests in SEA as agreed with APAC RA Department, the site leadership team and U.S. headquarters.
  • Responsible for ensuring the compliance with Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines medical device regulations; to conduct impact assessment, develop rationale and documentation for new product and product changes.
  • Develop regulatory strategies for local submissions and registrations, working in tandem with Corporate RAQA and R&D program teams for design input and regulatory assessments.
  • Work collaboratively with APAC RA, project teams and U.S. headquarters, to prepare and submit regulatory submissions to regulatory bodies and/or notified bodies and/or applicable regulatory agencies for new or change submissions.
  • Ensure that annual or time limited product approvals/site licenses are renewed/maintained to ensure product supply.
  • Conduct post market obligations and coordinate with APAC RA and U.S. headquarters to ensure timely reporting of adverse events.
  • Monitor changes to regulations and policies and proactively identify issues that may have a business impact or of interest to Align, propose action plans to APAC RA and see through agreed plans.
Others
  • Provide administrative support to Director , International Regulatory Affairs, APAC including but not limited to collation of Global Regulatory Impact Assessments (GRIA).
  • Assist with all department projects as required.
  • Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
  • Provide support to audit processes and quality management system as required.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
The APAC Regulatory Affairs Department has a position in Singapore for a Regulatory Affairs (RA) Manager to support these local & regional functions of the Department. The role is to oversee and focus on regulatory submissions, quality management system and government affairs efforts in South East Asia (SEA) and to overall support thein achieving the department goals from a local level, cascading to APAC level. This Manager role needs to provide oversight on the guidance and recommendations to other country business stakeholders on SEA’s requirements, in particular Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines, and ensure compliance to accepted practices. This position is also responsible for supporting development of SEA’s regulatory strategies for local submissions and registrations, working in tandem with Corporate RAQA and R&D program teams for design input and regulatory assessments. Help to proactively drive Align’s agenda by engaging with applicable regulatory agencies and to ensure relationship building.

Regulatory Affairs
  • Represent Align’s policy interests in SEA as agreed with APAC RA Department, the site leadership team and U.S. headquarters.
  • Responsible for ensuring the compliance with Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines medical device regulations; to conduct impact assessment, develop rationale and documentation for new product and product changes.
  • Develop regulatory strategies for local submissions and registrations, working in tandem with Corporate RAQA and R&D program teams for design input and regulatory assessments.
  • Work collaboratively with APAC RA, project teams and U.S. headquarters, to prepare and submit regulatory submissions to regulatory bodies and/or notified bodies and/or applicable regulatory agencies for new or change submissions.
  • Ensure that annual or time limited product approvals/site licenses are renewed/maintained to ensure product supply.
  • Conduct post market obligations and coordinate with APAC RA and U.S. headquarters to ensure timely reporting of adverse events.
  • Monitor changes to regulations and policies and proactively identify issues that may have a business impact or of interest to Align, propose action plans to APAC RA and see through agreed plans.
Others
  • Provide administrative support to Director , International Regulatory Affairs, APAC including but not limited to collation of Global Regulatory Impact Assessments (GRIA).
  • Assist with all department projects as required.
  • Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
  • Provide support to audit processes and quality management system as required.
In this role, you’ll need …
  • Proficient in English.
  • Must understand the regulatory requirements for medical devices in SEA.
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with company personnel, consultants, and government officials.
  • Ability to maintain constructive relationships with individuals at all levels within the organizations and influence without direct authority.
  • A strong commitment to excellence and high standards of integrity, professionalism, loyalty, honesty, respect, open mindedness, open communication, respect, and business ethics
  • Must be able to work independently, and handle both small and large matters with equal effectiveness and enthusiasm.
  • Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ever-changing business objectives, be willing to adapt to change, as well as being capable of driving change.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor Degree in Science or Engineering preferred.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance role at medical device company is required.
  • Thorough understanding of SEA’s medical device laws and regulations.
  • Experience in performing all regulatory functions (e.g., writing submissions, reviewing documentation for regulatory compliance, interfacing with regulatory agencies, etc.) and medical device, software-related regulatory requirements.
  • Significant experience within the legislative and regulatory fields applicable to medical devices, including interaction with government officials.
  • Experience in performing QMS functions to comply with local requirements.
  • Able to build and maintain relationships with decision and policy makers within the SEA governmental structure.
  • Excellent knowledge of SEA’s legislative and regulatory landscapes and processes.
  • Ability to research and propose well-thought out solutions when dealing with challenges.
About Align
Invisalign clear aligners and iTero Intraoral scanners that help dental professionals achieve the clinical results they expect and deliver effective, cutting-edge dental options to their patients.

At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
  • Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
  • Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
  • Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
  • Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.