Senior QA Auditor – Global Audit Team (Pharmaceuticals & Consumer Health)
Location:
Dublin, Ireland (preferred) or within mainland Europe
Work Model:
Hybrid (Office / Home / Travel)
Travel Requirement:
Approx. 40% annually, mainly within Europe (25 audits per year)
Overview
An international healthcare organisation is expanding its
Quality Assurance (QA) Audit Team
and is seeking a
Senior QA Auditor
to join a growing, high-performing group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and autonomous professional looking to advance their QA career while working alongside a collaborative and experienced leadership team.
The audit function plays a critical role in upholding the company's reputation, compliance standards, and commercial performance. The team conducts audits across a diverse portfolio including
pharmaceuticals
,
medical devices
,
cosmetics
, and
food supplements
, with a primary focus on
GMP-regulated pharmaceutical suppliers
.
This role will appeal to professionals eager to take ownership of their work, travel across Europe, and gain exposure to a wide range of contract manufacturers, laboratories, material suppliers, warehouses, and logistics providers.
Scope of the Role
The Senior QA Auditor will:
* Plan, coordinate, lead, or participate in
GMP and supplier audits
* Manage the
end-to-end audit lifecycle
, from scoping to CAPA closure
* Draft and communicate audit scopes and agendas (when acting as lead auditor)
* Prepare for and execute audits efficiently and independently
* Analyse audit findings and identify compliance issues or systemic gaps
* Report findings and ensure follow-up on CAPAs to verify effective closure
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the audit program
* Represent the company's values while engaging with external partners
This position requires a proactive professional with excellent attention to detail, strong time management, and the ability to prioritise independently while working collaboratively within a team environment.
Required Experience & Qualifications
* 5+ years' experience
in Quality Assurance within the
pharmaceutical industry
, ideally including external supplier auditing
* Solid knowledge of
GMP
and
EU/US regulatory frameworks
* IRCA certification or equivalent auditing qualification (preferred)
* Third-level degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Engineering, or a related field
* Strong analytical, communication, and reporting skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with quality systems (e.g., TrackWise)
* Willingness and ability to travel frequently within Europe
Benefits & Work Environment
* Competitive compensation and benefits
* Hybrid working (typically 2 days remote per week when not travelling)
* Strong focus on employee development, career progression, and work-life balance
* Supportive and values-driven team culture