Quality & Regulatory Compliance Specialist

My client who is a Large and Diversified Medical Device and Pharmaceutical Distribution business has a role for a Quality & Regulatory Compliance Specialist.

I am particularly keen to speak with Quality & Regulatory Talent who are coming from a Distribution environment and have a good understanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) but I am open to considering people from a range of Compliance backgrounds (Pharma / Medical Device Sector).

You will also ideally be Responsible Person Eligible along with being a qualified Pharmacist.

Based in South Dublin this successful business offers good career progression opportunities for a dynamic and hardworking Specialist who wishes to further their career through professional development – APPLY TODAY

Quality Specialist / Regulatory Specialist / Compliance / Good Distribution Practice / Pharmacist / Pharmacovigilance / Responsible Person / Quality Management Systems / Audits / MDR / IVDR / ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 / South Dublin / Ireland

Job Title: Quality & Regulatory Specialist

Reports To: Quality & Regulatory Lead (Pharma & Medical Device)

Location: South Dublin Offices

Package:

- Permanent / Full Time
- €45k – €55k Basic (Dependent on Experience & Open to Negotiation)
- Annual Bonus
- Pension
- Parking
- Canteen
- Paid Annual Leave
- Educational Assistance (€)

Role:

The Quality Compliance Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and regulatory requirements across pharmaceutical and medical device operations. This includes support of Quality Systems, Product Release, Validation, and Supplier Management.

The role involves maintaining Regulatory Licenses, Managing Pharmacovigilance and Vigilance Activities, Handling Audits and CAPAs, and ensuring up-to-date Documentation and Training Programs.

You will also support compliance with MDR/IVDR, oversees Change Control Processes, and ensures products meet Quality Standards before distribution, working cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners. The position will also support Regulatory, Medical Information and Pharmacovigilance requirements as applicable.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Quality Management & Compliance:

- Oversee Good Distribution Practice (GDP) activities for pharmaceutical and medical device products
- Ensure temperature control and environmental monitoring of storage and distribution areas
- Manage quality operations, including deviation/NC handling, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
- Perform risk assessments for distributed products and processes in line with regulatory and company standards
- Maintain and control documentation, including SOPs, records, and batch release documents
- Lead and participate in internal and external audits, including preparation, execution, and follow-up on findings

Regulatory:

- Prepare, submit, and maintain facility licenses, registrations, and renewals with national and international regulatory bodies
- Oversee compliance with Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) requirements
- Monitor regulatory updates and assess business impact (regulatory intelligence)
- Review and approve product labelling, promotional materials, and advertising to ensure regulatory compliance

Pharmacovigilance & Safety:

- Manage pharmacovigilance and medical device vigilance activities, including adverse event reporting and follow-up
- Handle product complaints and coordinate recalls in line with regulatory expectations and internal procedures

Validation & System Control:

- Oversee validation of systems, equipment, and processes involved in distribution
- Ensure compliance with data integrity

Training & Development:

- Develop, maintain, and deliver training programs to ensure all staff comply with GDP, GMP, and quality policies
- Ensure training records are complete and up to date

Supplier & Warehouse Oversight:

- Qualify and manage suppliers and third-party service providers, including audits and performance monitoring
- Support warehousing operations to ensure GDP compliance, including good housekeeping, pest control, and material handling

Product Release:

- Ensure that pharmaceutical and medical device products meet quality and regulatory standards prior to release for distribution

Change Control:

- Manage the change control process for systems, products, and procedures, assessing potential risks and regulatory impacts

Experience:

- Qualified Pharmacist
- Responsible Person eligibility
- 1-3 Years working in a similar role; Quality, Compliance (Pharma / Medical Device Business)
- Auditor Certified (e.g., ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485 or Pharma Equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of GDP, GMP, MDR, IVDR, and Local Regulatory Framework
- 1-3 years’ experience in Regulatory, Medical information or Pharmacovigilance

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity why not contact me directly on my mobile 00353 (0) 872535247; Just ask for Patrick.

Alternatively, follow the links below and send me your CV.

Key Words: Quality Specialist / Regulatory Specialist / Compliance / Good Distribution Practice / Pharmacist / Pharmacovigilance / Responsible Person / Quality Management Systems / Audits / MDR / IVDR / ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 / South Dublin / Ireland

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