Deputy Qualified Person (QP)

Sterile Manufacturing | French-Speaking | GMP | Pharma

On behalf of our client, a well-established and steadily growing pharmaceutical company with a strong reputation in sterile manufacturing and clinical supply, we are seeking an experienced Deputy Qualified Person (QP) to strengthen the Quality Assurance team.

This is a permanent opportunity within a close-knit, family-style organisation, offering hands-on impact, visibility, and the chance to actively shape quality and compliance standards in a dynamic GMP environment.

• Act as Deputy to the QP, including batch certification under delegated responsibility
• Review and approve quality documentation in line with GMP requirements
• Maintain strong shop floor presence, ensuring compliance and identifying improvement opportunities
• Act as the main compliance interface for clients and external partners
• Drive and support Change Control processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead and manage deviations and investigations
• Provide QA support across production, laboratories, and warehouse operations
• Prepare and review certificates and client-facing documentation

• Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or equivalent
• Proven experience as a QP or Deputy QP within the pharmaceutical industry
• Minimum 5+ years of GMP (cGMP) experience
• Strong and demonstrable experience in sterile / aseptic manufacturing (essential)
• Experience in team leadership or cross-functional coordination
• Background in a CDMO environment is highly advantageous
• Fluent French (C1 or higher) is mandatory, with excellent written communication skills
• Strong command of English
• Confident user of standard IT tools (e.g., MS Office)

• Join a growing pharmaceutical company with international exposure
• Work in a people-oriented, agile environment with short decision paths
• Take on a high-impact QA role with real ownership and visibility
• Be part of an organisation active in clinical development and innovative pharmaceutical manufacturing