Quality Assurance Officer

Quality Assurance Officer

Medical Cannabis / Pharmaceutical Industry

Location: Burton on Trent, Staffordshire

The company requires the successful candidate for this role to ordinarily be at the production site five days a week, although the company allows flexibility when needed.

Industry Context

Medical cannabis has been legal in the UK since 2018, with over 50,000 patients currently prescribed medical cannabis through private clinics. These numbers are consistently growing. Currently, over 99% of prescribed medical cannabis products in the UK are imported by distributors from EU & Canada and sold to private clinics for patient prescriptions. However, our client is one of the first British medical cannabis cultivation companies, dedicated to producing high-quality Pharmaceutical medical cannabis specifically for the UK market.

Company Overview

Our client is a leading UK-based Medical Cannabis cultivation company focused on producing high-quality medical cannabis products. Committed to innovation and excellence, our client ensures compliance with stringent pharmaceutical-grade standards while advancing research and development in the sector. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and cutting-edge cultivation techniques, our client provides reliable, safe, and effective medicinal cannabis solutions.

They have recently launched their first medical cannabis product/medicine into the UK market, making them one of the first British Medical Cannabis cultivation companies to successfully bring domestically grown medical cannabis to patients. As they continue their journey to becoming the UK's leading medical cannabis supplier, they are now looking for a QA Officer to support their growth and ensure the highest quality standards.

Founded in 2019, the company has grown to a team of 12 full-time employees and is looking for individuals who enjoy a startup environment. They are seeking passionate professionals excited by the opportunity to help build something impactful contributing to a company that aims to make a meaningful difference in society.

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Officer will support the QA Manager in overseeing GMP compliance and ensuring adherence to Quality Management System (QMS) requirements. The role involves assisting in maintaining quality certifications and standards in the manufacturing, testing, and release of medical cannabis products.

Key responsibilities include drafting and improving procedures, conducting internal audits, reviewing GMP batch manufacturing records, and preparing for regulatory inspections. The QA Officer will also provide quality oversight to support manufacturing and business activities, ensuring compliance with MHRA and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the company's Quality Management System (QMS), including drafting new procedures.
• Support deviation event investigations and ensure timely closure of Change Controls and CAPA actions.
• Review and approve GMP batch manufacturing records to support certification and release.
• Conduct internal self-inspection audits and support Quality Meetings.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, Home Office approvals, and other regulatory certifications.
• Prepare for MHRA and other regulatory inspections.
• Provide quality input and oversight for manufacturing and business activities.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, legislative changes, and best practices.
• Collaborate with various departments to uphold quality and compliance standards.

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree/ Diploma / Apprenticeship / Educational Qualification in a relevant life-science field or similar
• Absolute Minimum 2+ years of Quality Assurance experience in a GMP-certified environment, with extensive hands-on GMP experience.
• Experience in the quality sector in manufacturers of pharmaceutical products and/or APIs.

Bonus Points for:

• Knowledge of HPLC/GC analytical methodologies
• Experience/Interest in the Medical cannabis industry.
• Experienced in gaining and achieving EU GMP Certifications or building GMP labs
• Experience in startups, younger or smaller businesses

Skills & Person Specification

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Detail-oriented and accurate with high-quality work standards.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a regulated environment.
• Willingness to stay updated on evolving quality systems and industry regulations.

Compensation & Benefits

• £35,000 – £50,000 depending on experience and seniority level (the client is open to candidates at varying levels)
• All Legal UK Benefits, pension, sick pay etc
• Ongoing Professional development, training, learning and development
• Work Equipment

If this role sounds interesting and you would like more information, please apply through this site or email me at aj.mishra@luminorecruit.com. If you know anyone who would be relevant, we also offer referral fees.

You must be based in the UK, and have the right to work. The employer is unable to provide visa sponsorship.