Clinical Quality Compliance Specialist Reading

Meeveem Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health and wellbeing programmes

Retirement and pension plans

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

ICON is seeking a Clinical Quality Compliance Specialist to design and analyse clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contribute to advancing innovative treatments and therapies.

You will contribute to quality assurance and compliance activities, collaborating across teams and supporting audits, with a travel requirement of around 65%. The role requires a scientific degree and experience in regulatory standards such as FDA/EMA, ICH-GCP, and ISO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific/healthcare-related field.
• Experience in clinical quality assurance or compliance within pharma/biotech/CRO.
• Knowledge of FDA/EMA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, and ISO standards.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving abilities with good teamwork.
• Willingness to travel approximately 65%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality management systems to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in internal and external audits and inspections, supporting preparation, documentation and response activities.
• Conduct quality reviews of clinical trial documentation, protocols and study reports to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues, implement CAPAs, and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance on quality compliance and promote awareness of quality standards and best practices.

Skills

Quality assurance

Compliance

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Clinical Quality Compliance Specialist

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

As a Clinical Quality Compliance Specialist at ICON, you will design and analyse clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

What You Will Do:

You will contribute to quality assurance and compliance activities, taking responsibility for your deliverables and working collaboratively.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the development and implementation of quality management systems and processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies.
• Participating in internal and external audits and inspections, supporting preparation, documentation, and response activities.
• Conducting quality reviews of clinical trial documentation, protocols, and study reports to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to address quality issues, implement corrective and preventive actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Providing support and guidance to colleagues on quality compliance matters, promoting awareness and understanding of quality standards and best practices.

Your Profile:

You will bring relevant quality assurance and compliance experience, along with the following qualifications and skills.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field.
• Previous experience in clinical quality assurance or compliance within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, including FDA/EMA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, and ISO standards.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to review and interpret complex documentation and data.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 65%)

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plansLife assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world‑class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live.

If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.