QARA Officer

  • GxPeople Global
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Mar 10, 2026
Contractor Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

A growing medical device manufacturer & distributor in Bristol Area is looking to add a Quality & Regulatory Officer to their UK team, supporting manufacturing, distribution, new product development and international markets.

This is a hands-on role covering ISO 13485 quality systems and global regulatory compliance, ideal for someone who enjoys owning processes end-to-end and working closely with operations, suppliers and regulatory bodies.

What you ll be doing:

  • Maintaining and improving the ISO 13485 / ISO 9001 Quality Management System Ensuring compliance with UKCA, EU MDR, FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and other global regulations
  • Managing Notified Body and Competent Authority audits (surveillance & recertification)
  • Leading complaints, CAPAs, vigilance, FSCA/FSN and non-conformance investigations
  • Owning technical files, risk management files and DHF/DMR documentation
  • Supporting post-market surveillance and clinical evaluation activities
  • Reviewing and approving labelling, IFUs, artwork and promotional materials
  • Supporting supplier quality, audits and risk reviews
  • Providing QARA input into new product development and change control
  • Supporting product registrations across UK, EU and ROW markets

What we re looking for:

  • Experience in Quality & Regulatory roles within medical devices
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 13485 and medical device regulations
  • Confidence working with technical files, risk management and audits
  • Comfortable operating in a manufacturing and distribution environment
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, suppliers and management
  • Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences or equivalent experience preferred

If you re a hands-on QARA professional looking for a role with real ownership and exposure across the full product lifecycle, this one s worth a conversation.