Quality Assurance Regulatory Affairs Manager

elemed; Friuli-Venezia Giulia; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading global MedTech organization is seeking a Senior Manager RAQA for Europe to oversee regulatory affairs and quality assurance across the region. This role involves strategic direction, compliance with various regulatory standards, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in the field, strong leadership qualities, and fluency in multiple languages.

Competenze

• Minimum 12 years’ experience in Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance.
• Deep knowledge of EU, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese regulations, ISO 13485, and FDA standards.
• Fluency in English plus Spanish and/or Italian.

Mansioni

• Provide strategic direction for RAQA activities across Europe.
• Lead governance meetings and report performance to regional leadership.
• Manage RAQA integration for new acquisitions.

Conoscenze

Strategic Direction

Regulatory Affairs

Quality Assurance

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Decision-Making

Process Improvement

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Master’s preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Location : Italy or Spain - You will be required to travel during this period

Contract length : Interim - 3-6 months - Immediate Start

Contact : The Company

A leading global MedTech organisation is strengthening its footprint across Western and Southern Europe, ensuring its portfolio of medical devices products meets the highest standards.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Manager RAQA for Europe, you’ll report to the Europe Director and support the leadership of a cross-functional team responsible for market access (importation, distribution, maintenance) and ongoing compliance.

You’ll support regulatory strategies throughout the product lifecycle, from pre-market submissions and product registrations (including change management) to post-market surveillance and CAPA initiatives. This strategic role also owns the Quality Management System processes, ensuring alignment with ISO 13485, local regulations, and internal SOPs.

Key responsibilities :

• Provide strategic direction for Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Post-Market activities across Western and Southern Europe
• Lead governance meetings, reporting performance, risks, and issues to regional leadership
• Develop, monitor, and report RAQA metrics; drive continuous process improvements
• Manage RAQA integration for new acquisitions and system harmonisation
• Act as primary liaison with Competent Authorities, Notified Bodies, and Trade Associations
• Plan and lead internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of findings
• Define and cascade KPIs, objectives, and targets; recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing talent
• Ensure environmental management compliance where applicable, including local reporting and management reviews
• Partner closely with Operations, Sales, and other business functions to support product launches and lifecycle management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance for medical devices
• Deep knowledge of EU (MDR), Spanish, Italian, Portuguese regulations, ISO 13485, and FDA standards
• Fluency in English plus Spanish and / or Italian
• Proven track record as a transformational leader, with strong communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills
• Willingness to travel up to 20% across the region

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Only candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted; if you don’t hear back within 10 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

About Elemed

Elemed is Europe’s leading MedTech technical recruiter, specialising in Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and R&D roles. From Manager to VP level, we place experts who drive innovation and compliance in MedTech.

Elemed is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive environment for all candidates and contractors.