Associate Director, Global Product Quality - UK

Overview

Are you an experienced Quality professional passionate about making an impact in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry? This is an exciting opportunity to shape product quality on a global stage, working directly with our client’s dedicated team. If you're ready to grow your leadership skills and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions, this could be your next big step.

About our client

Our client is a dynamic life sciences organisation committed to delivering high-quality products that improve patient outcomes everywhere. They focus on developing and manufacturing a range of medicines and biologics, emphasizing quality, innovation, and comprehensive compliance.

The opportunity (Role summary)

As an Associate Director of Global Product Quality, you will lead efforts to uphold and enhance quality standards across product portfolios. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, regulatory, and R&D, to ensure products meet rigorous quality requirements. This on-site role offers an impactful leadership position within a supportive environment where your expertise will directly influence product success and patient safety.

Key responsibilities

• Lead global quality initiatives and strategic projects to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Manage and mentor quality teams across manufacturing sites.
• Drive continuous improvement activities to optimise product quality and process efficiency.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies and oversee audits to maintain accreditation.
• Ensure manufacturing practices and documentation meet all regulatory and internal standards.
• Partner with R&D and production teams to resolve quality issues swiftly and effectively.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of industry regulations to ensure the organisation remains at the forefront of compliance.

What you’ll bring

• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical quality management, preferably with biologics, sterile, or solid dosage forms.
• Strong leadership skills with previous experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Deep knowledge of GMP, GDP, and relevant industry standards.
• Excellent communication skills suitable for liaising with regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work on-site in a committed pharmaceutical environment.

Compensation & benefits

This role offers a base salary range of £90,000–£100,000, depending on experience. Compensation details will be shared during the process.

Call to action

If you’re passionate about quality assurance and ready to make a tangible impact in the pharmaceutical industry, apply now to join a company dedicated to advancing healthcare through excellence in product quality.

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