Qualified Person (QP) – QA Operations Manager

Meet Life Sciences; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent life sciences company is seeking a QA Operations Manager & Qualified Person (QP) to lead quality operations and ensure GMP compliance. The role includes managing QA activities and mentoring a small team in a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence three days a week. Ideal candidates will have QP eligibility and experience in quality assurance within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of active QP experience.
• Strong background in quality assurance within a GMP-regulated environment.
• Prior experience managing or mentoring junior QA team members.

Responsibilities

• Act as Qualified Person for batch release of sterile pharmaceutical products.
• Lead and mentor a QA team to ensure compliant operations.
• Ensure site-wide GMP compliance and support audit activities.

Skills

Qualified Person (QP) eligibility

GMP compliance

Leadership and mentoring

Quality Assurance processes

Strong communication skills

Education

Eligibility to act as Qualified Person (QP)

Job description

Qualified Person (QP) – QA Operations Manager

Qualified Person (QP) – QA Operations Manager

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QA Operations Manager & Qualified Person (QP)

Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid – 3 days on-site)

Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are partnering with a well-established pharmaceutical manufacturing company to hire a QA Operations Manager & Qualified Person (QP) to join their UK-based team. This is a key position supporting GMP compliance and sterile manufacturing operations, with direct responsibility for batch release and leadership of the site’s quality operations.

You’ll lead day-to-day QA activities, manage a small quality team, and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements. This hybrid role offers both strategic and hands-on responsibilities in a high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Qualified Person (QP) for batch release of sterile pharmaceutical products
• Lead and mentor two QA Associates to ensure efficient and compliant operations
• Oversee QA processes, including deviation handling, CAPA, change control, and QMS updates
• Ensure site-wide GMP compliance and support audit readiness activities
• Represent QA during external inspections and audits (approximately 4–5 per year)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, and regulatory teams

Required Qualifications

• Current eligibility to act as a Qualified Person (QP) in the UK
• 3–4 years of active QP experience
• Strong background in quality assurance within a GMP-regulated environment
• Experience in sterile manufacturing is essential
• Solid understanding of QMS, batch documentation, and regulatory requirements
• Prior experience managing or mentoring junior QA team members
• Ability to work on-site three days per week as part of a hybrid model

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with MHRA and EMA regulatory expectations
• Experience representing QA during external audits or inspections
• Exposure to sterile fill/finish operations or aseptic processes
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Additional Information

• Hybrid working model: minimum 3 days per week on-site
• Start date: ASAP (ideally within the next couple of months)

This is an excellent opportunity to lead quality operations in a dynamic and fast-paced sterile manufacturing environment. If you’re a Qualified Person ready for the next step in your career, apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research

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