Hybrid Associate Director, Quality Risk Leadership — Dublin

Alexion Pharma Spain S.L.; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca seeks an Associate Director, Quality Risk Management based in Dublin to lead risk-based thinking across GMP/GDP operations in Ireland and with global partners.

You will drive the enterprise QRM process, ensure quality risks are understood and acted upon, and coordinate with cross-functional leaders on high-stakes decisions. The role demands strategic oversight, strong communication, and a track record in risk methodologies.

Qualifications

• Essential requirements include a strong track record in quality risk management within GxP environments.
• Experience facilitating risk assessments under ICH Q9 or ISO guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to present complex risk findings to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Embed risk-based thinking across operations in Ireland and worldwide.
• Lead risk assessment initiatives, gap analyses and remediation plans.
• Represent QRM in inspections, governance reviews and cross-functional forums.

Skills

GxP quality experience

GMP/GDP compliance

Risk management ICH Q9/ISO

FMEA/FMECA/FTA

Communication/presentation

Remote cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, or a scientific rigor

Job description

AstraZeneca seeks an Associate Director, Quality Risk Management based in Dublin to lead risk-based thinking across GMP/GDP operations in Ireland and with global partners.

You will drive the enterprise QRM process, ensure quality risks are understood and acted upon, and coordinate with cross-functional leaders on high-stakes decisions. The role demands strategic oversight, strong communication, and a track record in risk methodologies.