Pharmacy Quality Assurance Manager

-; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A private healthcare clinic in Central London is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager for their Pharmacy department. This role involves leading the pharmacy quality management system and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice standards. The ideal candidate will have substantial QA experience in pharmacy and relevant qualifications. This position comes with a competitive salary and extensive benefits including a contributory pension scheme, private medical healthcare, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical healthcare

33 days annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Discounts with retailers/services

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in Pharmacy manufacturing/aseptic services under MHRA licence.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the Medicines Act, COSHH, GMP, and Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the pharmacy quality management system.
• Provide technical support on medicines quality to all areas of Pharmacy.
• Lead and maintain QA systems for GMP activities.

Skills

QA practitioner experience

Knowledge of national guidelines

Pharmacy qualification

Education

Relevant degree or Pharmacy Qualification

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join our Pharmacy department at The London Clinic in Central London. The role offers a competitive salary and an environment that values contribution and personalised care.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Work closely with Deputy Chief Pharmacist – Cancer Services, Senior Pharmacists, technical leads and external contractors to develop and maintain aseptic service provision and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) for unlicensed activity.
• Provide technical support and advice on medicines quality and QA matters to all areas of Pharmacy and key stakeholders.
• Assist the management of the Pharmacy Department Medicines Wholesale Dealing Service with the Responsible Person (RP) in accordance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) for licensed activity.
• Maintain key multidisciplinary relationships across the organisation.
• Participate in working groups and governance committees pertinent to safe medicine delivery.

Key Duties – Quality Assurance

• Lead and maintain QA systems for GMP activities under the Medicines Act 1968 Section 10 and GDP activities under the MHRA WDA(H) licence.
• Ensure efficient day‑to‑day running of the aseptic services unit using appropriate resources.
• Organise technical staffing resources to prioritise workload and maintain GMP.
• Develop systems to ensure compliance with guidelines surrounding the use of cytotoxic and other systemic anti‑cancer therapy.
• Develop and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Prepare for external audits of current Good Manufacturing Practice compliance.
• Investigate and respond to out‑of‑spec exception reports with corrective and preventive action planning.

Key Results Areas

• Promote and support evidence based practice for all staff.
• Develop policies, procedures and guidelines to support the Quality Management System.
• Promote effective communication and disseminate information related to practice development.
• Facilitate acquisition of necessary skills, knowledge and competency by staff within the aseptic services unit.

Skills & Experience

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

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme (annual contribution up to 20%).
• Private medical healthcare.
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Season ticket travel loan and family‑friendly benefits.
• Wide range of discounts with retailers/services and access to further education.

Diversity Statement

The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from under‑represented 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.

Contact

Employer name
22 Devonshire Place
City of London
W1G 6BW