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Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Biotech, Pharma and Manufacturing companies
Regulatory Affairs & QA Introduction
Hayley Shayestehroo
Senior Consultant
Expertise:
Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance
Regulatory Affairs is an essential function within Life Sciences. The role of the Regulatory Affairs function is to ensure products are developed, manufactured, and distributed in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in the regions they are marketed.
The term “products” in this sense encompasses a wide range of commodities which include pharmaceuticals, medical devices/medtech, cosmetics and chemicals/biocides.
The purpose of Quality Assurance in Life Sciences is to make certain that each product reaching a patient is safe, effective, and of standard quality. It’s the responsibility of people working within Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) roles to ensure all products meet the required standards and regulations and that these are safe for use and consumption.
Within the Life Science industry, this occurs during the clinical, manufacturing and distribution stages of the product life-cycle. This role is highly important, as it involves ensuring potentially life-saving or life-altering products are manufactured consistently to a safe standard.
We recruit for the following roles within Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance:
- Regulatory Affairs Associate / Executive / Senior Associate
- Regulatory Affairs Manager / Senior Manager
- Regulatory Affairs Consultant
- Regulatory Affairs Director
- Head of Regulatory Affairs
- VP / President Regulatory Affairs
- Regulatory Writer / Medical Writer
- QA / QC Officer
- QA Executive / Associate / Specialist
- QA / QC Manager
- QMS Specialist / Manager
- Head of QA / QA Director / Senior Director
- Responsible Person / Qualified Person
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A career in Regulatory Affairs & QA
Regulatory Affairs is the real safeguard of the pharmaceutical industry.
What should I do to progress in my career in this sector?
Regulatory Affairs professionals are essentially the bridge between employers, their products and the regulatory bodies. As a result, candidates need to be able to communicate effectively with key stakeholders and develop positive relationships. Gathering this type of experience will only come via direct interactions with stakeholders.
If you are looking to move into a senior-level position, it is recommended that you gain mentoring experience. As you climb up the hierarchical ladder, the more responsibilities you will be given and this will include sharing your knowledge and best practice with junior level candidates. It’s important to have the necessary skills to effectively communicate your knowledge and experience to trainees; enabling them to become proficient within their role.
TOPRA is the professional membership organisation which represents and supports individuals working within Regulatory Affairs. TOPRA also provides CPD certifications for professionals working within the sector. This can be beneficial for your career progression as it can improve your capabilities and help you realise your career goals much quicker.
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Debbie was sincere and consistently communicative, always updating me, and advocating on my behalf. What stood out most was her personal investment — she followed up after interviews, shared helpful insights, and even checked in after I started my new role. That level of care and support made the whole experience feel truly human even with us being oceans apart.
Debbie has set a new standard for what extraordinary recruitment looks like, and I’m genuinely grateful to have had her in my corner.
Chris has been incredible, helping and guiding me through the job hunt.
Incredibly supportive and a total star.
Thank you Chris
Kerry has been great through my recent hiring process! Professional and organised, she kept in touch through every stage and provided valuable support and feedback! Thanks so much!
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Kerry during my recent job search, and I honestly can’t recommend her enough. From the very beginning, she took the time to properly read through my CV and really understand my skill set—not just on paper, but what I actually do day-to-day. We spoke multiple times, and she was genuinely interested in learning about my experience, the kind of work I enjoy, and what I’m aiming for in my career.
What really stood out to me was how patient and supportive she was throughout the whole process. There was never any pressure, just honest and open communication. She kept in constant touch with updates and made sure I felt informed and reassured every step of the way. It really felt like she was in my corner.
Kerry didn’t just find me a role—she found me a position that fits. One that aligns with my goals, values, and strengths. That’s not easy to come by, and I’m incredibly grateful for the time and effort she put in to make it happen.
If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares about matching you with the right opportunity—not just any opportunity—Kerry is who you want to work with.
Debbie is an amazing recruiter who truly has your back throughout the entire process. She takes the time to call, explain every stage clearly and offers great support during negotiations. Thank you so much!
Absolutely seamless experience working with Lloyd - communication, negotiating and feeding back was excellent. I wouldn’t hesitate to use again without question
Carrot has consistently been my go-to recruitment agency, and I’ve reached out to them regularly in the past. Throughout my recent job search, the entire team was incredibly supportive in helping me secure a new role. They were highly responsive, provided regular updates from hiring managers, and checked in with me after each stage of the interview process. A special thanks to both Matt and Chris, who were in daily contact and instrumental throughout the journey.
Martin recently helped me secure my dream role within a Pharma company. He was knowledgeable, reassuring, communucative, and really helped me along the process regarding expectations. Thanks so much Martin!
Kerry was superb throughout the process from start to finish. Kerry kept me informed, was able to share details on the job role and the company, and gave me very helpful advice! Thank you Kerry!
I had the incredible pleasure of working with Debbie during my job search, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From our very first conversation, Debbie was incredibly warm, professional, and attentive. She truly took the time to understand my background and goals. Her guidance throughout the process was exceptional.
Debbie was sincere and consistently communicative, always updating me, and advocating on my behalf. What stood out most was her personal investment — she followed up after interviews, shared helpful insights, and even checked in after I started my new role. That level of care and support made the whole experience feel truly human even with us being oceans apart.
Debbie has set a new standard for what extraordinary recruitment looks like, and I’m genuinely grateful to have had her in my corner.
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