Manufacturing Improvement Lead
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Position Overview & Specifications
I’m working on an amazing opportunity for a Manufacturing Improvement Lead for gene therapy organisation based in London!
This would be an on-site position, where you’d work Monday-Friday between 9-5pm.
This role will offer you:
· The chance to enter the ATMP space!
· To work for a company that delivers pioneering, life-changing opportunities.
· To work in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading and developing a high-performing Manufacturing Improvement team.
- Being accountable for systems improvement within manufacturing.
- Leading internal investigations into manufacturing deviations and safety incidents.
- Conducting audits within your team to ensure compliance.
- Write and review manufacturing and validation documents.
You will bring the following:
· Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry (essential)
· Experience with root cause analysis (RCA) and leading on investigations. (essential)
· Leadership / technical experience in a GMP environment
· Science or Engineering degree
If this sparks your interest, please GET IN TOUCH by applying through this ad or emailing me at shola.sonagara@biotalent.com.
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry?
- Do you have experience with root cause analysis (RCA) and leading on investigations?
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Meiragtx manufacturing improvement lead
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Manufacturing Improvement Lead roles across BioTalent's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Biotech & Pharmaceuticals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £40,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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