Quality Head – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking a strategic Quality Head to lead the Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site in the United Arab Emirates. The role will ensure robust quality systems, inspection readiness and compliance with GMP, GDP and applicable local and international regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage site‑wide QA and QC operations, including team performance, capability development and succession planning.
• Own and continuously improve the Quality Management System, covering deviations, CAPA, change control, complaints, recalls and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, data integrity and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Lead regulatory authority interactions, inspections, audit responses and follow‑up actions.
• Oversee batch review, certification and product release activities, including Qualified Person responsibilities where applicable.
• Manage validation, qualification, PQR, Site Master File and Validation Master Plan activities.
• Oversee supplier qualification, quality agreements, audits and quality‑risk management.
• Establish quality KPIs and drive improvements in batch‑release timelines, audit outcomes, CAPA effectiveness and deviation reduction.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain and Regulatory Affairs to maintain compliant, efficient operations.
• Support quality‑related CAPEX, budget and strategic improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical Quality Assurance/Quality Control.
• Proven leadership experience managing QA and QC teams in a manufacturing site.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GDP, QMS, validation, audit management and regulatory inspections.
• Qualified Person experience is highly preferred.
• UAE/GCC pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder‑management and English communication skills.

Required skills

• Supplier Qualification
• Validation
• Quality Management System
• GDP
• Audit Management
• GMP
• Regulatory Inspections
• Quality Control
• Quality Assurance