Director of Quality
1 day ago
Manchester
Allerton Bishop Search is partnering with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation to appoint a Director of Quality. This is a senior leadership position responsible for shaping the Quality strategy across the UK in multiple locations. The Director of Quality will lead the business through a period of change and provide strategic, stable leadership to senior quality leadership team. Key Responsibilities • Provide strategic leadership across UK Quality , ensuring compliance with GxP standards., • Lead, mentor, and develop a senior leadership team including Head of, Qualified Person (QP) and management., • Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Technical, and Supply Chain leaders to embed a culture of quality excellence across a complex UK operation supporting local and international markets., • As the Director of Quality, you will act as the primary point of contact for UK and European health authorities, including MHRA and EMA overseeing inspections and regulatory interactions., • Drive continuous improvement of quality systems, processes, and digitalisation initiatives to strengthen long-term quality infrastructure. Candidate Profile • Experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing or consumer healthcare (OTC) is essential., • Deep knowledge of GxP regulations and industry best practices., • Proven Quality leadership experience managing managers and/or department heads., • QP status is advantageous but not essential., • Ability to travel UK wide on a hybrid basis. Director of Quality | Regional Quality Director | QA Director | Quality Assurance Director | Head of Quality | GMP | Quality Leadership | Pharmaceutical | Biopharmaceutical | Consumer Healthcare