Compliance Auditor x3

Lonza Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An agile career and dynamic working

An inclusive and ethical workplace

A variety of benefits tailored to your

localality

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Corporate Compliance Auditor to drive global cGMP audits from Manchester (Remote) with extensive international travel. You will design, plan and execute audits across biologics, sterile drugs, APIs and devices, while advising sites on remediation and inspection readiness.

The role partners with manufacturing sites to elevate standards and mitigate regulatory risks worldwide. In this high-visibility position you will mentor junior auditors, monitor cross‑site compliance, and

Qualifications

• Mandatory experience as a Health Authority Inspector with MHRA or HPRA (Ireland).
• Lead and execute global cGMP audits across diverse sites and products.
• Advise sites on regulatory compliance, risk assessment and inspection prep.
• Mentor junior auditors and drive continuous quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct and report global corporate cGMP audits across biologics, cell/gene therapies, sterile products and APIs.
• Advise sites on remediation actions and regulatory inspection readiness.
• Perform supplier assessments and act as global SPOC for assigned suppliers.
• Monitor compliance risks and coach auditors to raise quality standards.

Skills

cGMP QA/auditing

Health Authority inspections

Regulatory compliance

Supplier quality assessments

SPOC for suppliers

Mentoring auditors

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory risk management

Education

MSc in Chemistry / Biochemistry / Pharmacy or related field

Job description

Compliance Auditor x3
Location: Manchester - Remote
This role involves significant international travel (50–60%) across global manufacturing sites and operational facilities.

As a Corporate Compliance Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding Lonza’s license to operate by driving compliance excellence and mitigating quality risks worldwide. Acting as a trusted technical advisor, you will design, plan, and execute high-impact corporate cGMP audits across a diverse global footprint—spanning biologics, cell and gene therapies, sterile drug products, APIs, medical devices, and hardware/software operations.

In this high-visibility global role, you will partner directly with manufacturing sites to elevate standards, navigate complex regulatory landscapes, and ensure continuous inspection readiness.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• A variety of benefits tailored to your localality.
• Champion Global Excellence: Support the global vision and strategic objectives for HR processes and technology, ensuring alignment with Lonza’s goals.
• Advise and support sites in developing and executing remediation actions, preparing for and managing regulatory inspections, and ensuring compliance.
• Provide GMP compliance expertise and best practice guidance.
• Perform Supplier Quality assessments and audits.
• Act as SPOC for assigned suppliers within a global portfolio.
• Monitor and assess compliance risks across business units.
• Mentor and coach auditors

What we are looking for:

• Mandatory previous experience as a Health Authority Inspector with the MHRA or HPRA (Ireland) carrying out cGMP inspections.
• Lead, plan, and execute global corporate cGMP compliance audits across diverse sites, including biologics, cell/gene therapies, sterile products, and APIs.
• Advise sites on regulatory compliance, risk assessment, remediation strategies, and health authority inspection preparation.
• Perform supplier assessments and act as the global Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for assigned suppliers.
• Mentor junior auditors, provide senior compliance guidance, and drive continuous quality improvement across business units.
• 10+ years of cGMP QA/auditing experience paired with an MSc (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.