QA Manager-Pharma Biotech (Sterile)

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing SME in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking a QA Manager to lead a team and ensure compliance with industry standards. This role involves managing the Quality Management System, conducting audits, and improving quality culture. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in QA management, especially in a sterile environment, and a background in Life Sciences. This position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + BH

Private medical care

Share options scheme

Company pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in QA management within pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical manufacturing.
• Experience directly managing individuals is essential.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and quality system regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with MHRA and other regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and foster a strong quality culture.

Skills

QA management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Role: QA Manager-Pharma Biotech (Sterile)

Location: Alderley Edge onsite only

Salary: Competitive salary (DOE)

Hours: Days (Monday - Friday) 40 hours per week

Benefits: 25 days holiday + BH, private medical care, share options scheme & company pension

Russell Taylor Group have a fantastic opportunity for a QA Manager with sterile experience to join a continually growing SME in Cheshire. Our client requires someone who has experience managing a team and QMS. This position plays a leading role in improving the QA function and ensuring compliance to GMP standards. Experience of internal audits, CAPAs, deviations, root cause analysis and change control are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with MHRA and other regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and foster a strong quality culture.
• Lead audits; manage CAPA and change control processes.
• Oversee batch record reviews, deviation investigations, and release documentation.
• Provide QA oversight for manufacturing, testing, and validation activities.
• Support training and continuous improvement in quality culture.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Manage a small team of 6, conducting regular one-to-one appraisals and performance reviews.
• Provide monthly KPI metrics in relation to quality.

Requirements

• Degree in Life Sciences or related discipline.
• Proven experience in QA management within pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical manufacturing; experience of directly managing individuals is essential for this role.
• Previous direct experience of CAPA, Change control, root cause analysis & deviations.
• Experience in a sterile environment.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and quality system regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Audit and regulatory inspection experience.

Important Information

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Job Info

• Job Title: QA Manager-Pharma Biotech (Sterile)
• Company: Russell Taylor Group Ltd
• Location: Warrington, Cheshire
• Salary: Competitive
• Posted: Oct 8th 2025
• Closes:
• Sector: Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time