Quality Operations Lead - NPD & Analytics

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an Associate Director - Quality Operations to join a leading pharmaceutical company in the UK. This senior role shapes quality strategies across NPD and Analytical Development, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives continuous improvement from early development through commercialisation.

You will provide expert technical guidance, lead a cross‑functional Quality Leadership Team, influence audits, and support development of innovative products in a

Qualifications

• A Degree or higher level in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology or a related field.
• Proven pharmaceutical quality operations experience, including knowledge of GMP systems and manufacturing processes.
• Eligibility for QP status is preferred, along with experience supporting analytical development, pre-commercial, and commercial activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Quality across New Product Development (NPD) and Analytical Development (AD) functions, ensuring robust quality oversight throughout product lifecycle stages.
• Support the development and maintenance of comprehensive quality systems, including GMP documentation review and batch release activities.
• Lead, develop, and coach the Technical Quality team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Influence quality initiatives, participate in audits, and promote quality by design throughout product and process development.

Skills

Quality leadership

GMP

Audits

Product development

QP status eligibility

Cross-functional teams

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy or Biology

Job description

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an Associate Director - Quality Operations to join a leading pharmaceutical company in the UK. This senior role shapes quality strategies across NPD and Analytical Development, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives continuous improvement from early development through commercialisation.

You will provide expert technical guidance, lead a cross‑functional Quality Leadership Team, influence audits, and support development of innovative products in a