Head of QA & QC — Lead Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Indivior PLC; West Carr; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Quality Manager at their United Kingdom site. The role involves managing the Quality Assurance and Control teams, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives within the Quality Management System. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or Microbiology, along with extensive experience in Quality Management and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. Benefits include flexible working, 25 days holiday, and a company pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Flexible working; FCP collaboration model

Paid Volunteer Time Off

10% company pension

Optional Health Insurance with BUPA

EAP services including Legal, Health and Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Quality Management.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory and GMP requirements.
• Laboratory experience within a QC laboratory is desirable.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or API background.
• Experience in dealing with Narcotics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the Quality Team (QA and QC).
• Deliver Quality Management Review at site level.
• Oversee external regulatory and third-party audits.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Coach and train cGMP best practices across the FCP.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Ability to influence others

Team training and coaching

Education

Degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Pharmacy or Microbiology

Job description

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Quality Manager at their United Kingdom site. The role involves managing the Quality Assurance and Control teams, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives within the Quality Management System. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or Microbiology, along with extensive experience in Quality Management and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. Benefits include flexible working, 25 days holiday, and a company pension plan.