Quality Assurance Regulatory Affairs Manager

Cure Talent
Wembley
5 days ago
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Cure Talent are delighted to be partnered with an established medical device manufacturer as they continue to strengthen their Quality and Regulatory capability. We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality & Regulatory Manager to join their leadership team and ensure ongoing compliance with global standards and regulations.


As the new Quality & Regulatory Manager, you will lead a small team and take responsibility for maintaining compliance with ISO 13485, MDR 2017/745, and other international frameworks. Acting as the Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance (PRRC), you will oversee product registrations, QMS performance, technical documentation, and post-market activities, while driving a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the business.


Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance
  • Lead and mentor the QA/RA team, managing workloads, budgets, and resources effectively.
  • Maintain compliance with ISO 13485 and other applicable international standards.
  • Manage the preparation and maintenance of product registrations, technical documentation, and regulatory files.
  • Oversee document control and ensure regulatory documentation meets all agency requirements.
  • Plan and manage internal audit activities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Lead CAPA, non-conformance, complaint handling, vigilance, and post-market surveillance processes.


Experience and Skills Required

  • Proven QARA leadership experience within the medical device industry.
  • Proven experience in UK, EU, US, and Canadian regulatory submissions.
  • Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485, MDR 2017/745, and international quality standards.
  • Experience managing quality teams and leading audits and inspections.
  • Degree in Life Sciences or Engineering; microbiology or dermatology experience desirable.


If you’re an experienced QA/RA professional seeking a leadership opportunity to shape quality and regulatory strategy within an established medical device business, we’d love to hear from you.

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