At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the QC function, ensuring compliance and efficiency in laboratory testing.
- Company: Dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation focused on quality and performance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and a chance to shape site strategy.
- Other info: Join a collaborative Site Leadership Team with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a senior role driving quality and compliance in pharmaceuticals.
- Qualifications: Degree in a scientific discipline and significant QC leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
We are currently supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation with their search for a Head of Quality Control. This senior leadership role will lead the QC function, ensuring all laboratory testing and analytical activities are delivered safely, compliantly, and efficiently, while contributing to site strategy and performance objectives.
The role sits on the Site Leadership Team and will work closely with senior stakeholders to define and deliver KPIs, shape operational strategy, and drive continuous improvement across the QC function.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the QC function as part of the Site Leadership Team, contributing to strategy and performance delivery
- Oversee all QC activities including raw materials, finished products, stability and validation testing, data review, and investigations
- Ensure GMP compliance, data integrity, and safe working practices across the laboratory
- Develop and improve QC systems to ensure timely and reliable release of results
- Lead, develop, and engage QC teams to build a high performance culture
- Manage QC budget and resource planning
- Drive continuous improvement to improve efficiency, quality performance, and reduce cost of poor quality
- Support analytical method transfers and validation activities, ensuring compliant implementation and documentation
- Degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience; MSc desirable
- Significant experience leading a QC laboratory within a regulated pharmaceutical or life sciences environment
- Strong GMP knowledge and broad experience across analytical techniques (including chromatography, wet chemistry, instrumentation, and microbiological testing)
- Proven leadership experience managing teams and developing people
- Strong communication, technical writing, and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement
Head of Quality Compliance and Performance in Scotland employer: Walker Cole International
As a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our commitment to quality compliance and performance is matched by our dedication to providing comprehensive benefits, a collaborative culture, and opportunities for continuous improvement, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in the life sciences sector.
