Senior Process Quality Specialist

UCB; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Process Quality Excellence Specialist in Slough. You will ensure compliance with international regulations and lead audit planning while collaborating with diverse teams. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, significant pharmaceutical experience, and strong analytical skills. Join us to create value for patients in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in quality management or clinical development.
• In-depth knowledge of international clinical quality standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Experience in writing and maintaining standard operating procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of quality and compliance infrastructure.
• Lead and coordinate audit planning and execution.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine or law

Job description

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Process Quality Excellence Specialist who is detail‑oriented, collaborative and proactive to join us in our Global Clinical Sciences and Operations team based in our office in Slough (UK), Brussels (Belgium) or Monheim (Germany).

About the role

You will be working in a team that ensures the highest standards of quality and compliance in clinical studies. Your focus will be on developing, maintaining and improving clinical quality systems and procedures ensuring that risks are identified and mitigated in line with international regulations and best practices.

Who you’ll work with

You will be working in a diverse global team that collaborates closely with colleagues in Quality, Patient Safety, Regulatory Affairs and strategic partners. Together you will drive continuous improvement across Global Clinical Sciences and Operations.

What you’ll do

• Support the development and maintenance of quality and compliance infrastructure including policies, procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with international regulations.
• Lead and coordinate audit planning and execution.
• Provide guidance on quality standards and regulatory requirements to team members.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks, escalating critical issues as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and share industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., life sciences, pharmacy, medicine or law).
• Significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in quality management or clinical development.
• In‑depth knowledge of international clinical quality standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with fluency in English.
• Experience in writing and maintaining standard operating procedures is essential.

Are you ready to go beyond to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

About us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us

At UCB we don’t just complete tasks; we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We go beyond to create value for our patients and always with a human focus whether that’s on our patients, our employees or our planet. Working for us you will discover a place where you can grow and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.