Is 10 hours/week realistic for Regulatory Ad Promo consulting?
Hi everyone,
I’m curious about the feasibility of doing Regulatory Advertising & Promotion consulting on a very part-time basis, around 10 hours per week.
I’m currently an Associate Director in ad promo, primarily supporting aesthetic medical devices, with experience reviewing HCP and consumer promotional materials, social/digital content, claims, and participating in promotional review committees. I’m based in New Jersey.
Longer term, I’m interested in stepping away from a traditional full-time corporate role while continuing to work in ad promo in a limited capacity. Ideally, I’d like to work through a regulatory consulting firm or boutique agency rather than build my own independent consulting business.
My ideal arrangement would be:
-- Around 10 hours per week
-- 100% remote
-- Approximately $150–$200/hour
-- A fairly consistent workload
-- Primarily ongoing promotional review, maintenance work, and PRC support rather than new product launches or large strategic projects
For those who have worked in regulatory consulting, does this type of arrangement actually exist?
I’m particularly curious whether 10 hours/week and $150–$200/hour is realistic for someone at the Associate Director level, and whether consulting firms are open to experienced people who intentionally want to maintain a small workload rather than eventually increase their hours.
I’d also be interested in hearing how predictable the workload tends to be. I’m looking for something that can stay part-time rather than gradually turning into a 20–30 hour/week commitment.
Would love to hear from anyone who has done something similar or has seen this type of arrangement at their consulting firm! Thanks!