Head of Quality Assurance

Location: Zug, Switzerland
Employment Type: Permanent

We are looking for an experienced leader to take ownership of Quality Assurance activities across Switzerland. This is a senior role with significant responsibility for ensuring compliance, maintaining high standards, and driving continuous improvement within a global pharmaceutical organisation.

What You Will Do

• Lead all quality-related operations within the Swiss affiliate
• Act as the main point of contact for quality topics across designated entities
• Ensure full compliance with Swiss and EU regulations, internal procedures, and industry standards
• Define quality objectives, monitor performance, and oversee audits
• Manage deviations, complaints, CAPA processes, and product recalls
• Oversee documentation control, including SOPs, specifications, PQRs, Site Master File, and Technical Quality Agreements
• Supervise supplier qualification for locally registered products and third-party services
• Ensure execution of self-inspections, GDP training, management reviews, and change control activities
• Maintain proper storage and archiving of samples and quality documentation in line with Good Documentation Practice
• Lead and develop the QA team through coaching, goal setting, and performance reviews
• Manage departmental budget and cost center

Your Profile

• Advanced degree in natural sciences or a pharmaceutical-related discipline
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance, including acting as Swiss FvP or deputy FvP
• Strong knowledge of Swiss and EU regulatory frameworks and compliance standards
• Broad understanding of pharmaceutical sciences and industry practices
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and departments
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and engage with regulatory authorities (e.g., Swissmedic)
• Fluent in German (mandatory) and highly proficient in English
• Must be eligible to work in Switzerland

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now with your CV and join a team committed to excellence and innovation.

Please note : Only candidates with the right to work in Switzerland (EU citizens or holders of a valid Swiss work permit) can be considered.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.