VP, Head of QA

Are you an experienced Head of Quality Assurance ready to make a meaningful impact? We are looking for a confident and empathetic leader to head our UK Quality Assurance team at Evotec. This is a unique opportunity for someone with strong GMP expertise (MHRA and FDA regulations) and a passion for excellence to help shape the future of quality operations at a key manufacturing site.If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.You will bring a strategic mindset, a collaborative approach, and the ability to inspire and guide a dedicated team through a journey of continuous improvement and transformation. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.If you have experience in pharmaceutical or CDMO environments and are looking to contribute to a global Quality Assurance network—this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.RoleHead of Quality Assurance, PermanentDirect ReportHead of Global Drug Development Quality AssuranceHoursFull-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Days onlySalaryStarting from £75,000pa, dependent on qualifications and experiences, plus we offer a fantastic benefits package and annual bonuses.LocationMilton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4RZOur CompanyEvotec, Aptuit’s parent company, is a leader in the discovery and development of novel therapeutics of all modalities with operational sites in the UK, Europe (Germany, Italy and France) as well as the US. Aptuit Oxford provides integrated Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control capabilities to fully support drug substance development and GMP manufacturing on both laboratory and commercial scales for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients.An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic quality specialist team. You will be working with a high-performing and friendly team.Role & Responsibilities for our Head of Quality AssuranceTo efficiently support the continued growth of our API manufacturing site on Milton Park, near Abingdon in Oxfordshire, we are looking for a local Head of Quality Assurance. The Head of Quality Assurance is a senior role within the Quality Unit department reporting to the Head of Global Drug Development Quality Assurance. You will lead the QA team to guarantee GMP compliance aspects related to company business.Leadership of the UK Quality Assurance (QA) DepartmentDriving Quality Assurance with Continuous Improvement techniques throughout the organisationEnsure Evotec’s global QA policies and initiatives are implemented at the Oxford siteEnsure QA personnel are trained and knowledgeable to perform their assigned job descriptionEnsure all activities within the QA department are in line with Evotec policy, and is cGMP compliant at all timesMonitor Quality KPIs for the site and provide trends to Site Quality Council (SQC) and relevant corporate managementDrive improvements in site KPI’s from adverse trends reported in SQCConsult all departments to ensure their compliance to Evotec policy, best practice and cGMPLead initiatives to drive improvements in the standards of cGMP and quality culture across the sitesProduce results in line with Evotec policy, best practice and cGMP in the desired time frames as directed by the business and by their line managerLeading change and risk management activities for QualityQuality Assurance Representative within the UK Site LeadershipKey SkillsThe willingness and ability to consistently perform all Quality Leadership tasksThe confident ability to take decisions in a timely and reasonable mannerHave consistency in the project results generatedThe ability to inspire trust and confidence from key internal and external stakeholders from routine performanceAn excellent awareness of cGMP procedures and API Manufacturing, within both the QA Department and other areas of the businessA deep understanding of how Evotec’s procedures relate in the larger regulatory environment and an ability to place them in contextThe ability to lead the Quality Assurance division independently and with gravitasHave excellent time management and organisational skillsCommunicates clearly across all departments to resolve any Quality related issuesPerform cGMP and Quality related intra- and inter‑departmental training and on‑boarding of new staff members across siteCreative thinker with the ability to suggest innovative and practical solutions to problemsLiaise with internal and external stakeholders on all matters of QualityOversee both internal and external audits to ensure Evotec Quality policy is upheldTo oversee all projects to ensure the business continues to operate to cGMPOther skills or attributesHighly influential leader with the ability to build strong and lasting relationships, with an approachable nature who can support and develop within the team.Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsDynamic with a vision for successAn in depth understanding of QA processes and requirements in a commercial environmentA thorough and extensive knowledge of cGMP, API Manufacturing and other Regulatory requirementsExperience hosting MHRA, FDA and other regulatory/health authority inspectionsDisplay resourcefulness, innovation and initiativeMust be self‑motivated and dynamic with the ability to manage project budgets, schedules and have excellent communication skills with clients, suppliers and internal departmentsClear Investigation skillsCompany BenefitsPension on completion of (but not subject to) your 3‑month probationary period. Contributions 6% for employees (salary sacrifice) and 6% for the employer. The employee can opt to increase their contribution and the employer will match the increase up to a maximum of 7.5%.25 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional length of service days awarded on the anniversary, up to a maximum of 30 days.Private health insurance with BUPA for the employees and their partner/family under the company scheme.Private dental cover, after 3 months of service.Life assurance at four times your annual base salary.Well being support 24/7 and counselling services.Permanent health insurance provides 75% of the base salary after the qualifying period.Eligibility to participate in the Company Bonus Scheme. This is a discretionary benefit.Excellent training and support and continuing professional development opportunities.Cycle‑to‑work scheme.Refer a friend scheme, team and annual events, recognition awards and many moreOnsite FacilitiesOn‑site parking and discounted gym.Subsidised Restaurant, which offers an excellent breakfast and lunch selection.Good public transport links with bus service.If you are Interested?Please apply NOW – uploading your up‑to‑date CV and cover letter to Workday.FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.#J-18808-Ljbffr