I am Stephanie Mae Lim, a Regulatory Affairs professional with 13 years of experience spanning regulatory compliance for biologics, small molecules (NCE), OTC, supplements, cosmetics and medical devices. I excel at building high-performing, reliable teams and collaborating with internal stakeholders to support regulatory compliance across ASEAN. I currently lead two teams (10 people) at Zuellig Pharma and drive regulatory strategy, PV oversight, and licensing for distribution networks. I have written and revised numerous SOPs and guided >50 clients across the USA, Switzerland, UK, Korea, Japan and Australia. I enjoy partnering with supply chain, marketing and sales to align regulatory activities with commercial plans, liaising with MOH for accurate dissemination of regulatory information, and leading negotiations with new clients. I am passionate about pharmacovigilance, post-marketing compliance, and building robust regulatory processes that support business growth.

Stephanie Mae Lim

I am Stephanie Mae Lim, a Regulatory Affairs professional with 13 years of experience spanning regulatory compliance for biologics, small molecules (NCE), OTC, supplements, cosmetics and medical devices. I excel at building high-performing, reliable teams and collaborating with internal stakeholders to support regulatory compliance across ASEAN. I currently lead two teams (10 people) at Zuellig Pharma and drive regulatory strategy, PV oversight, and licensing for distribution networks. I have written and revised numerous SOPs and guided >50 clients across the USA, Switzerland, UK, Korea, Japan and Australia. I enjoy partnering with supply chain, marketing and sales to align regulatory activities with commercial plans, liaising with MOH for accurate dissemination of regulatory information, and leading negotiations with new clients. I am passionate about pharmacovigilance, post-marketing compliance, and building robust regulatory processes that support business growth.

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I am Stephanie Mae Lim, a Regulatory Affairs professional with 13 years of experience spanning regulatory compliance for biologics, small molecules (NCE), OTC, supplements, cosmetics and medical devices. I excel at building high-performing, reliable teams and collaborating with internal stakeholders to support regulatory compliance across ASEAN. I currently lead two teams (10 people) at Zuellig Pharma and drive regulatory strategy, PV oversight, and licensing for distribution networks.

I have written and revised numerous SOPs and guided >50 clients across the USA, Switzerland, UK, Korea, Japan and Australia. I enjoy partnering with supply chain, marketing and sales to align regulatory activities with commercial plans, liaising with MOH for accurate dissemination of regulatory information, and leading negotiations with new clients. I am passionate about pharmacovigilance, post-marketing compliance, and building robust regulatory processes that support business growth.

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Language

English
Fluent
Malay
Advanced
Chinese
Advanced

Work Experience

Regional Regulatory Affairs Manager at Zuellig Pharma
April 1, 2022 - Present
Regional Regulatory Affairs Manager leading two teams (10 staff) in the ASEAN region; governs regulatory strategies for biologics, small molecules, OTC, supplements, cosmetics, and medical devices; liaison with regulators (MOH) and clients; oversight of pharmacovigilance and post-marketing activities; negotiates PVAs/SDEAs; ensures regulatory compliance across distribution and licensing.
Head of Regulatory, Malaysia and Brunei at Zuellig Pharma Malaysia
April 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
Head of Regulatory for Malaysia and Brunei; oversee regulatory submissions, harmonization of regional projects, provide input to Sales/Marketing, ensure importation and distribution compliance; manage team of 10 (3 in Brunei).
Regulatory and Pharmacovigilance Manager, Malaysia and Brunei at Zuellig Pharma Malaysia
January 1, 2020 - March 31, 2021
Oversee Regulatory, Registration, and Pharmacovigilance for Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices for Zuellig Pharma; set up pharmacovigilance processes, PV department, PVSS and PSMF; review PVAs and SDEAs; involved in audits and CAPA; two reporting lines to GM of Commercial Solutions and Regional Regulatory Director.
Regulatory Affairs Manager, Malaysia and Brunei at Zuellig Pharma Malaysia
February 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Consolidated regulatory departments; oversee Regulatory Services (Registration, Product Maintenance) and Regulatory Affairs (PV, Post Marketing, Import Licences, Quotas, Recalls); audit involvement; two reporting lines to GM and CEO.
Regulatory Affairs Manager, Malaysia at Zuellig Pharma Malaysia
September 1, 2018 - January 31, 2019
Oversee regulatory services and regulatory affairs operations for Malaysia; accountable for registration and product maintenance, PV activities, import permits, recalls, etc; involved in audits and CAPA; two reporting lines to GM and Chief Executive for Operations clients.
Chief Pharmacist/Business Development Manager at Sun Healthcare
July 1, 2014 - January 31, 2017
Led pharmaceutical arm; established SOPs; responsible for business development, client negotiations, and product training for marketing and sales; conducted overseas client communications and regulatory product evaluations; built B2B/B2C negotiation experience.
Head of Department, Outpatient Pharmacy at Hospital Lahad Datu
December 1, 2012 - October 31, 2013
Led outpatient pharmacy; supervised up to 15 staff; prepared reports and research for Ministry of Health; ran MTAC for Warfarin and Diabetes; measured patient satisfaction and implemented process improvements; optimized prescription retrieval system.
Pharmacist / Branch Manager at Health Lane
November 1, 2013 - June 30, 2014
Maintained day-to-day pharmacy operations; managed staff; stock management; customer counseling; contributed to audits and stock transfers; ensured service targets; provided training and supervision.

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons), Pharmacy at International Medical University
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010

Qualifications

Basic Life Support
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026
Project Management Essentials
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026
High Impact Communication Skills - Connect and Engage with Influence using effective MBTI & NLP Skills
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Professional Services