Quality Systems Manager & Data Lead

GlaxoSmithKline; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharma company is seeking a Senior Quality Management professional in Barnard Castle. You will manage the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with GMP, and drive innovative practices in quality systems. This leadership role demands strong regulatory and quality oversight experience, with responsibilities including documentation compliance and training management. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in a relevant field and demonstrate effective people management skills. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant Scientific, Technical or Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience in a regulated manufacturing facility.
• Management experience in quality functions.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) processes for GMP compliance.
• Develop quality documentation systems for compliance and improvement.
• Ensure training compliance with effective quality training programs.
• Lead a team of specialists and foster a culture of innovation.

Skills

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Regulatory compliance

People management

cGMP knowledge

Data Integrity practices

Education

Degree in a Scientific, Technical or Engineering discipline

Job description

We are looking for a senior quality management professional to lead a high‑performing team of quality specialists at our Barnard Castle manufacturing site.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) processes to ensure compliance with GMP standards, provide expertise to drive system effectiveness, oversee CAPAs and deviations, and serve as the primary liaison for quality audits.
• Govern and implement robust Data Integrity practices, ensuring accuracy, security, and regulatory alignment. Drive innovation in quality systems through digital tools and technologies, collaborating closely with Quality Digital Innovation Experts.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation systems for compliance, accessibility, and continuous improvement in collaboration with Documentation Compliance Experts.
• Ensure training compliance across the site by designing, delivering, and monitoring effective quality training programs that maintain regulatory alignment.
• Lead a high‑performing team of specialists, providing clarity on roles, succession planning, and continuous skill enhancement while cultivating a culture of accountability and innovation. Foster collaboration across QMS, DI, CAPA, training, documentation, and digital innovation functions.
• Leverage AI tools and technologies to enhance the performance and efficiency of quality systems and processes, collaborating with Digital Innovation Experts to integrate AI‑driven solutions for data analysis, process optimization, and predictive insights.

About You

As a senior management member of the site Quality leadership team you will operate in a multi‑faceted way, liaising with a wide variety of on‑site production and operations teams. You must be a highly self‑motivated person with strong experience in regulatory or quality functions and/or manufacturing at complex, highly‑regulated sites. Demonstrated knowledge of inspection readiness and audit experience is required. Strong people management skills, including a proven ability to influence people to achieve objectives and drive performance, are a prerequisite.

About Barnard Castle

GSK Barnard Castle is a key secondary manufacturing site, heavily invested in industry 4.0 state‑of‑the‑art bespoke equipment to support sustained new product introductions and volume increases. As a key supplier of some of GSK’s blockbuster products, the site contributes revenues of approximately $2 Bn annually.

CLOSING DATE for applications: Sunday 15th of February 2026.

Basic Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant Scientific, Technical or Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience gained in a highly regulated manufacturing facility.
• Management experience.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements.
• Knowledge and application of Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Knowledge of internal and external audit processes (e.g., inspection readiness).

What we value

We welcome people who bring curiosity, humility and a practical approach. We are committed to inclusion and to creating a supportive environment where everyone can grow. If you enjoy solving real problems, delivering measurable results, and helping teams succeed, we encourage you to apply.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

If you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities, please contact us at [e-mail].