Quality Specialist

Job Type
Permanent
Location
Liverpool, Merseyside
Salary
£35,000 - £43,000 per annum
Job Ref
BBBH173410_1772019379
Date Added
February 25th, 2026
Consultant
Laith Mustafa

We are seeking a proactive Quality Specialist to join a growing team. In this dual-function role, you will support the ongoing compliance of their Quality Management System (QMS) and contribute to QA activities ensuring medical device products meet all UK and international regulatory standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in the medical device industry who is looking to develop their expertise in a fast‑paced, compliance‑driven environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and control QMS documentation in line with ISO 13485:2016.
  • Conduct internal audits and support CAPA/NCR investigations and closure.
  • Assist in supplier qualification, audits, and quality agreements.
  • Prepare and maintain Technical Files and regulatory documentation.
  • Support UKCA and CE marking activities.
  • Liaise with MHRA, Notified Bodies and other global authorities.
  • Manage Post‑Market Surveillance, including complaint handling and vigilance reporting.
  • Monitor changes to relevant medical device regulations and standards.

About You

Essential:

  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific, engineering, or life science discipline.
  • 2-3 years' experience in Quality Assurance within the medical device / pharma sector.
  • Knowledge of ISO 13485, UK MDR, and EU MDR (2017/745).
  • Internal auditing experience.
  • Excellent communication, documentation control, and technical writing skills.

Desirable:

  • Experience with MDR transition audits and interacting with Notified Bodies.
  • Understanding of risk management (ISO 14971) and biocompatibility (ISO 10993).
  • Familiarity with eQMS platforms.
  • Professional memberships (TOPRA, RAPS, CQI, ASQ).

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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