Technical Service Team Leader

Almac Group; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Almac Group in Loughborough is seeking a Technical Services Leader to line-manage a team of Software Developers (Levels 1–4). You will ensure delivery timelines, set the technical strategy, and implement processes and SOPs across projects supporting clinical trials worldwide.

You will provide hands-on technical guidance, support junior staff, and drive efficiency improvements while aligning with regulatory requirements. Internal and external applicants are welcome.

Qualifications

• Third level qualification in Computer Science or related subject, or equivalent experience.
• Experience developing applications with MS SQL, ASP.NET MVC and C#.

Responsibilities

• Line-manage a group of Software Developers (levels 1–4) and ensure deliverable timelines.
• Define the technical strategy and processes for system development.
• Provide technical support to staff and implement process improvements.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with SOPs and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Software development

Requirements analysis

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Significant relevant experience

Tools

MS SQL

ASP.NET MVC

C#

Job description

Location: Charnwood site, Loughborough

Hours: 37.5 hours Monday-Friday with core hours 10:00-16:00

Business Unit: Clinical Technologies

Open To: Internal and External applicants

Ref No.: HRJOB11781

The Opportunity

As a Technical Services Leader, you will act as the line manager for a group of Software Developers (1,2,3 & 4), with primary responsibility for ensuring that all project deliverable timelines are met, defining the technical strategy and processes from which systems will be developed, providing technical support to staff, facilitating the implementation of process and/or efficiency improvements, and ensuring that all system deliverables are completed in accordance with company SOPs and departmental Work Instructions

This is an exciting opportunity to influence the delivery of innovative clinical technology solutions, lead talented technical professionals, and contribute to the success of projects that support clinical trials worldwide.

Please see attached job description for further information on the role.

Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group.

Our approach is simple – we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac

What You Need To Be Successful

Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time employment in the UK.

Essential Criteria

• Third level qualification in Computer Science or related subject or significant relevant experience.
• Extensive experience or understanding of developing applications using MS SQL, ASP.net MVC and C#

Desirable Criteria

• Degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Significant experience of using LINQ, HTML, JQuery, JavaScript, Entity Framework, Automated Unit Testing, Service Oriented Architecture, XML, XSLT
• Exposure to documentation/process associated with SDLC in a regulated environment.
• Familiar with various transmission methods (Web Services, FTP, FTPs, SSH, and AS2).

Closing Date

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Monday 07 September 2026.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.