QC Compliance Lead, Leiden, Zuid-Holland

The Company
Our client is the world’s largest and most broadly based healthcare company. Their aim is to improve access to a healthier lifestyle for everyone thanks to their research in different health areas including personal care products, MedTech and pharmaceutical products.
 
Role Description
As a Compliance Lead / Deputy Head of QC you will support the Quality Control Development (QCD) Labs within the Analytical Development department, ensuring compliance with GMP standards while driving continuous improvement across laboratory and production support activities.
 
Responsibilities
- Act as Deputy Head of QC by reviewing and approving Qualification Study Plans, Assay Qualifications, Equipment Validations, and related documentation.
- Lead Compliance Focus Team meetings to monitor and drive progress on Nonconformances, Change Controls, Actions, and related quality events managed in Comet.
- Provide GMP compliance advice and support, including drafting and reviewing procedures.
- Support the writing of Nonconformance reports and follow-up actions where needed.
- Represent the QCD group in governance meetings, such as Global Governance Boards (GGB).
- Ensure a consistently high level of quality adherence, driving alignment with Quality KPIs.
 
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Life Sciences or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in a senior GMP environment.
- Proven expertise in GMP compliance management and laboratory operations.
- Experience with laboratory management systems.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Flexible, accurate, and solution-oriented with a positive, proactive mindset.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus).
 
Other Information
Apply to our vacancy for more information. Looking forward to getting in touch!
 

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