QA Compliance Manager
| Posting date: | 09 October 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 November 2025 |
| Location: | Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0LQ |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4723428_1759998939 |
Summary
QA Compliance Manager - South East England
About the CompanyJoin a global diagnostics manufacturer renowned for its innovation, quality, and impact in the life sciences sector. With a network of modern manufacturing facilities and a growing international footprint, the company is investing heavily in transformation and continuous improvement. You'll be part of a collaborative culture that offers clear career progression, training opportunities, and a shared commitment to improving patient outcomes.
About the RoleWe're hiring a QA Compliance Manager to lead a team focused on maintaining and enhancing the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with GMP, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and other regulatory standards. Reporting to the Head of Quality, you'll oversee internal audits, batch record reviews, CAPA systems, and customer audits, while also supporting regulatory inspections, training, and change control.This is a senior-level opportunity with potential Qualified Person (QP) sponsorship for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the QA Compliance team
- Maintain and improve the QMS in line with EU GMP and ISO standards
- Oversee internal audits, CAPA management, and batch documentation review
- Host customer audits and support regulatory inspections
- Drive continuous improvement and contribute to strategic quality initiatives
- Support training, change control, and compliance projects
Candidate RequirementsEssential:
- Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g. Chemistry, Biology, or related field)
- 10+ years' experience in GMP-regulated environments
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- In-depth knowledge of EU cGMP, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485
- Experience supporting or conducting batch release under QP supervision
- Lead Auditor training and a proactive approach to quality improvement
- Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Desirable:
- Experience in diagnostics or medical device manufacturing
- Familiarity with regulatory inspections (e.g. MHRA, FDA, ISO audits)
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Clear progression pathway with potential QP sponsorship
- Opportunity to shape quality strategy in a transforming global business
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