Pharmacy Quality Assurance Manager

The London Clinic; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private hospital in Central London is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Quality Assurance Manager to oversee the quality management system in its Pharmacy department. The role requires strong collaboration with various teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has a relevant pharmacy degree and significant QA experience in pharmacy manufacturing. The position offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including a contributory pension scheme and private healthcare.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Private Medical Healthcare

33 days annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree or qualification in Pharmacy essential.
• Experience as a QA practitioner in Pharmacy manufacturing required.
• Knowledge of GMP, Health and Safety, and national guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmacy quality management system and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with Deputy Chief Pharmacist and external partners.
• Provide quality assurance support to pharmacy areas and stakeholders.
• Lead continuous improvement in quality assurance activities.

Skills

Quality Assurance practices

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Technical support in medicines quality

Aseptic services management

Education

Relevant degree or Pharmacy qualification

Job description

Job responsibilities

Pharmacy Quality Assurance Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join our Pharmacy department at The London Clinic in Central London, with a competitive salary range on offer.

The London Clinic is a leading private hospital with state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a supportive culture where your contribution is valued. We cover complex medical and surgical procedures and provide comprehensive cancer and outpatient services.

Job Profile

• Development, coordination and management of the pharmacy quality management system (PQS) of the Pharmacy Aseptic Services Unit (ASU) in line with professional and regulatory requirements.
• Close collaboration with Deputy Chief Pharmacist – Cancer Services, Senior Pharmacists, technical leads and external service providers to develop and maintain aseptic service provision and GMP regulatory requirements for unlicensed activity.
• Provision of technical support and advice on medicines quality/quality assurance matters to all areas of Pharmacy and other key stakeholders.
• Assist management of the Pharmacy Department Medicines Wholesale Dealing Service with the Responsible Person (RP) in accordance with GDP regulatory requirements for licensed activity.
• Maintain key relationships with multidisciplinary teams across the organisation (nursing, medical staff, allied health care professionals, support workers, administration, estates department, service/maintenance contractors, regional/national networks, and patients).
• Participation in working groups and governance committees pertinent to the safe delivery of medicines provision.
• Lead and maintain systems based on quality assurance requirements for GMP activities and GDP activities under MHRA licences.
• Ensure efficient day‑to‑day running of the aseptic services unit with appropriate use of resources.
• Organise allocation of technical staffing resources to prioritise workload and maintain GMP.
• Develop and maintain systems to ensure compliance with guidelines and regulations surrounding cytotoxic and systemic anti‑cancer therapy.
• Develop and maintain systems to ensure appropriate documentation.
• Prepare for external auditing regarding compliance with current GMP.
• Investigate and respond to all out‑of‑specification exception reports using Corrective and Preventative Action planning.

The London Clinic values diversity and welcomes applicants from underrepresented groups. If you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

Benefits package

• Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%).
• Private Medical Healthcare.
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Season ticket travel loan, family‑friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with various retailers/services.
• Excellent career development with clear career pathways and access to further education.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or Pharmacy qualification.
• Substantial experience as a QA practitioner in Pharmacy manufacturing/aseptic services/technical services under MHRA licence.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of national guidelines and legislation (Medicines Act/COSHH/GMP/Health and Safety).

Experience

• Relevant experience in QA and pharmacy manufacturing as described above.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.