Senior QMS Specialist

Smith & Nephew; Hull and East Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company based in Hull is seeking a Senior QMS Specialist. This role involves leading audit readiness and maintaining global standards in the medical device industry. Candidates should have a degree related to quality and significant experience in Quality Assurance. The position offers a hybrid work model and includes generous benefits such as bonuses, health plans, and inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension schemes

Flexible vacation

Private health plans

Discounts on gyms and fitness clubs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Quality Assurance within the Medical Device or Pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO standards (9001, 13485), FDA QSR, and EU MDR.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit readiness and host external audits to meet global standards.
• Act as Quality Hold coordinator collaborating with teams in Suzhou and Costa Rica.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain high customer satisfaction.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in quality, science, engineering or business management

Job description

Overview

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Are you passionate about quality and compliance in the medical device industry? Join us in Hull as a Senior QMS Specialist and help shape the future of healthcare. This is your chance to make a real impact in a global organisation that values innovation, integrity and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• You’ll lead audit readiness and host external audits, ensuring our site meets global standards and regulations.
• You’ll also act as the Quality Hold coordinator for the AWM franchise, collaborating with teams in Suzhou and Costa Rica.
• Your role will be pivotal in driving continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards of customer satisfaction.

Qualifications and experience

• A degree in quality, science, engineering or business management, or equivalent experience
• At least 3 years’ experience in Quality Assurance within the Medical Device or Pharmaceutical industry
• Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO standards (9001, 13485), FDA QSR, EU MDR and global guidance documents
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex workloads and lead audits across multiple sites

You. Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

Inclusion and Belonging

Committed to welcoming, celebrating and thriving on inclusion and belonging. Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website.

Your Future

Generous annual bonus and pension schemes, Save As You Earn share options.

Work/Life Balance

Flexible vacation and time off, paid holidays and paid volunteering hours so we can give back to our communities.

Your Wellbeing

Private health and dental plans, healthcare cash plans, income protection, life assurance and much more.

Flexibility

Hybrid working model (for most professional roles).

Training

Hands-on, team-customised, mentorship.

Extra Perks

Discounts on gyms and fitness clubs, salary sacrifice bicycle and car schemes and many other employee discounts.

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