Associate Principal QA Specialist (GMP)

Location: Fully site-based in Slough, UK

Company

Global life sciences and manufacturing organization developing and manufacturing medicines through connected sites across five continents.

What you will do

• Review, approve, and provide guidance on deviations, CAPAs, change controls, investigations, and OOS records.
• Manage and escalate major and critical GMP compliance issues through the Quality Management System and governance forums.
• Provide QA oversight for QC, MSAT, and Development Services activities, including method validation, reference standards, technology transfer, and stability programs.
• Act as a GMP subject matter expert and provide quality guidance to Operations, QC, MSAT, and Development Services.
• Mentor team members and business partners in cGMP principles while promoting continuous compliance.
• Maintain audit readiness and drive quality system improvements through walkthroughs, audits, inspections, and cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

• BSc or equivalent experience in a scientific subject is preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing quality assurance plans for technical operations.
• Expertise in auditing and inspecting technical processes.
• Ability to identify non-conformances and initiate corrective actions.
• Experience implementing quality improvements with technical teams and reporting quality metrics.
• Outstanding written, oral, interpersonal, and active listening skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Agile career environment and dynamic working culture.
• Inclusive and ethical workplace committed to diversity.
• Performance-recognition compensation programs.
• Benefits vary according to role and location.
• In-person collaboration supports real-time teamwork and technical precision in medicine manufacturing.