Global Director, Medical Quality & Compliance

Discover International; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Discover International is seeking an experienced Director, Medical Quality Oversight to lead global quality and compliance across Medical Affairs activities. You will ensure GxP adherence, regulatory alignment, and robust quality systems across markets worldwide.

This role collaborates with senior stakeholders in Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal and Compliance across Europe and the US, requiring a strong blend of QA leadership, risk management and training to foster a culture of continuous

Qualifications

• Significant pharma/biotech experience in Medical Affairs quality/compliance.
• Strong GxP knowledge applied globally.
• Experience reviewing medical and scientific communications for governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide global strategic quality oversight for Medical Affairs activities.
• Develop quality frameworks across global and regional teams.
• Review medical and scientific materials for governance and compliance.
• Partner with Medical Affairs leadership, Regulatory, Legal and Compliance to identify quality risks.
• Support development and continuous improvement of Medical Affairs policies, SOPs and quality systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and oversee deviations, investigations, CAPAs and quality events.
• Support audit and inspection readiness and regulatory inspections.
• Act as senior SME for Medical Affairs quality and compliance, guiding stakeholders.
• Monitor quality trends, metrics and emerging risks, escalate significant issues.
• Oversee external vendors and partners conducting Medical Affairs activities.
• Deliver training to promote quality culture and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across Europe, the US and international markets.

Skills

Quality oversight

GxP knowledge

Stakeholder management

Regulatory experience

Medical Affairs

Education

Life sciences/pharmacy/medicine degree

Job description

Discover International is seeking an experienced Director, Medical Quality Oversight to lead global quality and compliance across Medical Affairs activities. You will ensure GxP adherence, regulatory alignment, and robust quality systems across markets worldwide.

This role collaborates with senior stakeholders in Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal and Compliance across Europe and the US, requiring a strong blend of QA leadership, risk management and training to foster a culture of continuous