Posted 25 July, 2026
GDP Quality Manager / Responsible Person - Pharmaceutical
Radar Recruitment
EC1, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
GDP Quality Manager / Responsible Person South London | Hybrid (1-2 days work from home) Salary - negotiable, depending on experience. We’re partnering with an established pharmaceutical business to recruit a GDP Quality Manager / Responsible Person. This is a business with a strong reputation in the industry and an experienced leadership team that genuinely values Quality. Reporting to the Head of Quality, you’ll join a well-established team and play a key role in maintaining GDP compliance, supporting continuous improvement and helping shape the future of the Quality function. This isn’t a role where you’ll simply keep the wheels turning. The business is investing in its systems, processes and technology, with a real appetite to explore how AI can enhance quality and operational performance. If you’ve already used AI in a regulated environment or you’re keen to be part of that journey - you’ll be well received! Key responsibilities: * Supporting and developing the GDP Quality Management System. * Ensuring compliance with UK GDP requirements and MHRA expectations. * Acting as, or being eligible to act as, the Responsible Person (RP) on the company’s WDA licence. * Managing deviations, CAPAs, change controls and quality risk activities. * Supporting supplier qualification, internal audits and self-inspections. * Working closely with the MHRA during inspections and regulatory activities. * Promoting a strong quality culture across the wider business. What we’re looking for: * Eligible to be named as a Responsible Person (RP). * Strong GDP Quality Assurance experience within pharmaceutical wholesale distribution. * Good working knowledge of UK GDP guidelines and experience dealing with the MHRA. * A collaborative approach with the confidence to build relationships across the business. * An interest in continuous improvement and technology, with AI experience being a definite advantage. Why join? * Established pharmaceutical business with an excellent reputation. * Supportive Head of Quality, experienced Quality team and collaborative culture across wider business. * Hybrid working (1-2 days working from home). * Genuine opportunity to influence the Quality function and drive improvements. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while continuing to develop your career within GDP Quality, I’d be happy to tell you more. Keywords: GDP Quality Manager, GDP QA Manager, GDP QA, Responsible Person, RP, RPi
