Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs

France, Paris;

We are seeking an experienced Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs to support our client in their mission of advancing healthcare through innovative medical technologies. If you have a passion for leading quality and regulatory teams and ensuring the delivery of compliant, high reliability medical devices, this could be your next challenge.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage quality and regulatory teams, fostering collaboration and driving operational excellence.
  • Oversee production quality, ensuring compliance with QMS and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive QARA strategy aligned with company objectives.
  • Drive quality initiatives, including risk management (e.g., pFMEA), supplier quality, and certification efforts (e.g., ISO 13485).
  • Ensure regulatory compliance for product development and market access (EU MDR, FDA submissions).
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to support industrialization, manufacturing, and supplier management.
  • Define and manage the QARA budget, including coordination with external consultants.
  • Inspire and mentor team members, fostering a culture of quality, compliance, and innovation.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven leadership experience in quality and regulatory affairs within the medical device sector.
  • Strong expertise in ISO 13485, FDA processes, and regulatory standards (e.g., IEC 62304, IEC 60601, ISO 14971).
  • A track record of implementing and managing QMS in regulated environments.
  • Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and budgets.
  • Master’s degree in a technical field (e.g., biomedical engineering, physics).
  • Fluent in technical English; additional experience with electro medical devices is a plus.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and innovative environment.
  • Collaborative, high impact work culture.
  • Flexibility with hybrid work arrangements across two locations in France.