Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager – BioChek

Location: Bracknell, Berkshire (Please note, this is an onsite role)

Salary: £Competitive - further information available on application

Introduction

We are supporting BioChek – Smart Veterinary Diagnostics, a growing organisation within the life sciences sector, in the search for a Quality Assurance Manager. This is a key leadership role responsible for shaping and maintaining the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement across operations. Working within a collaborative and evolving environment, you’ll partner with cross-functional teams to influence quality strategy while remaining hands-on in delivery.

About the Role

This position offers the opportunity to lead quality assurance activities in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. You will play a central role in maintaining ISO standards, enhancing quality processes, and supporting business growth through robust QA strategy and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Quality Management System
• Ensure ongoing compliance with ISO9001 standards
• Oversee document control systems, including record management and archiving
• Manage non-conformance and CAPA processes
• Plan and conduct internal audits, ensuring readiness for external audits
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed quality across the product lifecycle
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best practices
• Prepare and present quality metrics and reports to leadership
• Facilitate customer complaint processes and stakeholder communication
• Support and develop a small QA team, including training and performance oversight

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a quality assurance role within a regulated environment
• Strong experience leading and managing teams
• Strong experience working with ISO9001 and GMP quality systems
• Trained internal auditor
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Analytical mindset with strong data interpretation capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across teams

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field (desirable)
• Educated to A-level standard or equivalent (essential)

£Competitive - further information on salary and benefits available upon successful application.