Are you a Senior Validation Specialist ready to make your mark in the next chapter of pharmaceutical innovation?
Allerton Bishop is working with a pioneering biopharmaceutical organisation specialising in advanced therapeutics to appoint a Senior Validation Specialist who will take ownership of key validation activities across GxP systems, facilities, and computerised systems.
This is more than just another validation role – it’s a chance to be part of a science-led business pushing boundaries in advanced therapies. You’ll play a central role in ensuring GMP and regulatory compliance, with the opportunity to contribute to audits, influence internal procedures, and help shape future validation strategy.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Acting as the go-to Senior Validation Specialist for GxP validation projects – equipment, systems, facilities, and CSV (Computer System Validation).
- Supporting the delivery of compliant, inspection-ready validation documentation and reviewing protocols in line with EU, UK, and FDA requirements.
- Partnering with QA, Operations, Labs, IT, Facilities, and Engineering to drive validation excellence across a multi-site function.
- Representing the business as a validation SME during audits and regulatory inspections – influencing outcomes with confidence and clarity.
- Playing a hands-on role in CAPA, change controls, deviation management, and ensuring GMP activities are closed in a timely, compliant manner.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
- Degree in a life sciences or engineering discipline.
- Work experience in validation roles within the pharmaceutical or biopharma sector.
- Strong background in GxP environments, Computer System Validation (CSV) or Process Validation would be highly desirable.
- Up-to-date knowledge of GMP, GEP, GDocP, and international regulatory frameworks.
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