Commercial Quality Head

Johnson & Johnson

High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Hybrid (office relocation to central maidenhead from october 2026)
Extensive experience in highly regulated pharmaceutical industry
People leadership experience in emerging markets context
Expertise in quality management systems (qms) implementation
Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Commercial Quality Head for their High Wycombe location, responsible for overseeing quality management systems and regulatory compliance for licensed products in the UK and Ireland. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a highly regulated industry, with a focus on leadership and continuous improvement

Job Summary

  • The Commercial Quality Head serves as the cluster lead for quality and compliance, overseeing Market Authorisation Holder requirements for licensed products in the UK and Ireland.
  • This role is responsible for defining and implementing the UK and Ireland LOC quality strategy while ensuring alignment with J&J Innovative Medicine Quality Policy and global regulations.
  • The position requires leading a team to manage critical quality functions including complaint management, product release, and internal/external audit responses.

Matching Summary

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Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Commercial Quality Head for their High Wycombe location, responsible for overseeing quality management systems and regulatory compliance for licensed products in the UK and Ireland. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a highly regulated industry, with a focus on leadership and continuous improvement.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Extensive experience in highly regulated pharmaceutical industry
  • People leadership experience in emerging markets context
  • Expertise in Quality Management Systems (QMS) implementation
  • Knowledge of UK and Ireland regulatory requirements
  • Experience with risk management and CAPA processes

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Ability to apply digital tools for process optimization
  • Strategic planning and continuous improvement mindset
  • Proactive engagement with external regulatory authorities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in life science or engineering
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Extensive experience in pharmaceuticals or medical devices
  • People leadership experience preferably in Emerging Markets

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