Quality Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality/Regulatory Specialist to join a leading medical device company in Glasgow. You will play a crucial role in establishing a compliant quality management system aligned with ISO 13485 while collaborating with engineers to ensure product quality. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least three years of experience in the industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in quality and/or regulatory roles within the medical device industry.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 13485 required.
• Proven working knowledge of FDA quality system regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ISO 13485-compliant Quality Management System.
• Compile and maintain regulatory documentation and monitor changes in global standards.
• Manage cross-functional quality documentation control processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Quality System Regulations Knowledge

ISO 13485 Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a life science or engineering

Tools

Document Control Systems

eQMS Tools

Job description

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Our client Nami Surgical have an exciting new opportunity for a Quality/ Regulatory Specialist to join the team on a permanent basis. Nami Surgical are based in Glasgow and this is a permanent position.

The Quality & Regulatory Associate/Specialist will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining our quality management system (QMS) in alignment with ISO 13485 and other regulatory standards. You will support day-to-day quality and regulatory functions—including document control, internal audits, and QMS development—while also flexibly contributing to a range of startup activities. A key part of your role will be collaborating closely with our dynamic team of engineers to help guide the design and development of both hardware and software in line with applicable quality and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management & Compliance

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the ISO 13485-compliant QMS
• Manage and control quality documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and forms
• Manage cross-functional change control process
• Support internal audits and CAPA processes
• Participate in risk management activities and design history file (DHF) development

Regulatory Affairs

• Compile and maintain regulatory documentation (e.g. regulatory strategy documents, technical files)
• Monitor and interpret changes in global regulatory standards (e.g. FDA, EU MDR, ISO 13485, MDSAP) and proactively communicate relevant updates to development team and internal stakeholders
• Evaluate regulatory pathways and support strategic decision-making around market entry and expansion, identifying opportunities and risks across target regions
• Translate regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for engineering, design, and operations teams
• Document Control
• Manage the document control process: versioning, approvals, distribution, and archival
• Train team members on document control procedures and QMS compliance
• Maintain electronic and/or paper-based quality records and logs
• Review technical documentation to ensure compliance with applicable standards

Cross-Functional Support

• Work closely with R&D and operations teams to align on quality and regulatory requirements
• Support general business operations as needed—flexibility is key in our startup environment
• Contribute to team meetings, strategic planning, and process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a life science, engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in quality and/or regulatory roles within the medical device industry is essential
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 13485 is required
• Proven working knowledge of quality system regulations (FDA 21 CFR Part 820)
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Experience with document control systems and eQMS tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving needs

Apply above or reach out to me at [emailprotected] for a confidential discussion about the opportunity