Head of Quality, Regulatory & Compliance (UKI Region) at Cranleigh STEM Sustainability Recruitment

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Health & Safety, Environmental Compliance, ISO Standards, Auditing, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Improvement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Communication Skills, Medical Device Regulations, NEBOSH Certification, IOSH Certification

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Head of Quality, Regulatory & Compliance (UKI Region) Location: Flexible within the UK, with regular UK-wide travel Salary: £75,000 – £85,000 per annum Car Allowance: £1,000 per month Bonus: 10% annual bonus Team: Leading a team of 4 (based around the UK), with plans to expand by 2 additional roles. Lead compliance excellence across quality, safety, environment, and regulation in a national med-tech environment. We’re seeking a strategic and hands-on compliance leader to join a nationwide healthcare solutions provider as Head of Quality, Regulatory & Compliance (QRC). In this pivotal role, you’ll head up a growing UKI-based team and take ownership of driving best practice in Quality, Regulatory, Health & Safety, and Environmental compliance. This position offers significant scope to shape the function and support a culture of continuous improvement and proactive risk management across the business. About the Role You’ll lead the delivery and evolution of integrated management systems in line with key regulatory standards (ISO 9001, 13485, 14001, 45001), and act as the UK Responsible Person for regulatory purposes. Working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, including Sales, Service and Rental, you’ll help embed a high-performing, risk-aware culture while enabling business opportunities and ensuring adherence to local and EU regulations. What You’ll Be Doing Leading and mentoring a multi-disciplinary QRC team, with plans to expand Acting as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, including MHRA Ensuring regulatory and ISO compliance across Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety domains Overseeing internal and external audits, complaint handling, risk assessments and corrective actions Driving process improvement, engagement, and cross-functional collaboration Representing QRC on the UKI senior leadership team and influencing business strategy What We’re Looking For To thrive in this role, you’ll need a strong, collaborative leadership style, excellent regulatory knowledge, and the confidence to operate at both strategic and operational levels. Ideally, you’ll bring: Proven senior experience across all QRC disciplines: Quality, Regulatory, H&S and Environmental Solid understanding of ISO management systems and UK medical device regulations Lead auditor certification and experience running internal audit programmes NEBOSH or IOSH certification (desirable) Track record of building and leading high-performing teams Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with a range of stakeholders, including regulators, suppliers and senior leaders A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel frequently across the UK Why Apply? This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in a critical function, with autonomy and senior visibility. You’ll join a purpose-driven organisation with a clear commitment to safety, compliance and quality of care, and help shape its future success.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery and evolution of integrated management systems in line with key regulatory standards and act as the UK Responsible Person for regulatory purposes. Oversee internal and external audits, complaint handling, risk assessments, and corrective actions while driving process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.