QA Manager / Senior QA Manager
AviadoBio
Quality Assurance
London, UK
Our Company:
AviadoBio is on a mission to to transform the lives of people living with neurodegenerative disorders through the development of cutting-edge gene therapies - and we're looking for an experienced and driven Quality Assurance Manager to champion our quality systems within a fast paced, GxP regulated environment.
The Role:
Siting within the Quality Assurance team, this is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring that our operations, processes, and products consistently meet the highest regulatory standards across GMP and GCP frameworks.
As a member of the QA function, you will be instrumental in maintaining our culture of quality, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and serving as a key point of contact for QA activities. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Supply Chain.
Responsibilities will include:
Quality Management Systems
- Maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with GxP requirements and ICH guidelines to drive continuous improvement
- Oversee the management and release of SOPs and quality records, ensuring timely review and version control
- Lead the Event, Change Control, CAPA, and Deviation processes from initiation through to closure on behalf of QA
- Manage the SOP process to ensure timely release of procedures and staff adherence, maintaining a state of compliance
- Ensure quality oversight of manufacturing, supply chain, nonclinical and clinical activities to maintain compliance and mitigate risk
- The successful candidate will have overall responsibility of the eQMS, keeping it up to date with all its relevant records and documentation
Auditing & Supplier Quality
- Plan and conduct internal and vendor GxP audits, tracking findings and ensuring timely CAPA closure
- Assist in the management of the approved supplier/vendor qualification programme, including qualification audits and ongoing monitoring
- Review and approve supplier quality agreements and technical agreements
Product & Process Quality
- Provide QA oversight and approval for critical GxP documentation
- Assist in designing and allocating QA training to build quality knowledge across the organization, strengthening the quality culture
- Ensure GxP training compliance to meet regulatory requirements
- Maintain SOP training matrix to ensure staff competency on current procedures, enabling consistent execution
We are open to candidates at Manager or Senior Manager level — the role and title will be scoped to reflect the experience of the successful candidate
- Degree (or equivalent) in a Life Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmacy, or related scientific discipline
- Extensive QA experience within a GxP-regulated industry (pharmaceutical, biotech, medical devices, or CDMO)
- Demonstrated experience managing regulatory authority inspections
- Excellent working knowledge and experience in a GMP environment
- A good working knowledge of GxP regulations and relevant ICH guidelines
- Extensive experience managing eQMS processes including Events, CAPA, change control, deviations, and document management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to senior stakeholders and regulatory bodies
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to identify and mitigate compliance risks
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Demonstrated team engagement and people management capabilities
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Experience supporting clinical trial operations and IMP release
- Experience within an ATMP, biologics, or sterile manufacturing environment
- Lead Auditor experience
- Competitive Salary
- Annual Bonus
- Season Ticket Loan
- Exciting Equity Plan
- Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare
- Fantastic Maternity Leave policy
- Childcare/Nursery scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discount club
- Gym benefits
- Electronics Benefits
- Income protection