Global GCP Compliance Director, Programs & Studies

Novartis; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 84,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Flexible & hybrid working

14 weeks parental leave

Job summary

Novartis is seeking a GCP Compliance Director (Program & Study) to lead quality and regulatory compliance across global clinical portfolios in London. You will oversee a team of GCP Compliance Managers and drive inspection readiness, risk mitigation, and CAPA development to ensure adherence to GCP and international standards.

The role requires an advanced life sciences degree with 10+ years in clinical research/drug development, and a proven ability to influence senior leaders across matrixed

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences or related field; postgraduate qualifications beneficial.
• Pharma/biotech/ CRO experience with at least 10 years in clinical research and drug development.
• Proven track record leading and mentoring high-performing global teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide compliance oversight across Global Clinical Operations and trial portfolios.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of GCP Compliance Managers.
• Drive program and trial compliance with GCP and regulatory standards.
• Oversee QA delivery pillars: audits, inspections, quality issues, and CAPAs.
• Identify and communicate quality trends; enable timely action by leadership.

Skills

Leadership

GCP Compliance

Regulatory compliance

Quality oversight

Audit readiness

Strategic thinking

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Life Sciences

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

Novartis is seeking a GCP Compliance Director (Program & Study) to lead quality and regulatory compliance across global clinical portfolios in London. You will oversee a team of GCP Compliance Managers and drive inspection readiness, risk mitigation, and CAPA development to ensure adherence to GCP and international standards.

The role requires an advanced life sciences degree with 10+ years in clinical research/drug development, and a proven ability to influence senior leaders across matrixed