Would you Like to Join an EPiC Team?
EPiC is looking to strengthen our dynamic team of GXP expert consultants providing support for NHS pharmaceutical aseptic services and other similar establishments.
EPiC (Ex Pharmaceutical Inspectors Consortium Limited) is one of the leading pharmaceutical consultancies in the UK providing expert GXP Auditing, mock inspection, consultancy and bespoke training services to the pharmaceutical industry worldwide, as well as to pharmaceutical services in hospitals.
We specialise in helping pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies as well as NHS and healthcare clients, to achieve and maintain regulatory compliance and excellent pharmaceutical quality systems, to best established standards.
You would join a team of experts many of whom are ex MHRA inspectors, who have first-hand knowledge of regulatory inspections and compliance. Our consultants bring their wealth of experience to EPIC, ensuring that our clients receive world class guidance and solutions.
EPiC is passionate about ensuring a healthy work-life balance and maintaining an enjoyable work environment, achieved through flexible working patterns.
The post is a GMDP Consultant specialising in Aseptic Services
Reporting to the Managing Director, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our business growth and development, as well as providing expert consultancy services to our pharmaceutical clients undertaking aspetic preparation and manufacture, particularly in the UK NHS and private sector clinics.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct specific client consultancy projects and training assignments related to NHS and private sector pharmaceutical activities and in particular aseptic services, (both licensed and unlicensed) aiming for a target number of client-specific project days of about 150 per annum. (Examples of typical projects are listed in Appendix 1)
• Generate reports following each project within a timely manner and in accordance with EPIC procedures.
• Contribute to the EPIC training platform and write and deliver training modules as required.
• Assist with developing and maintaining the EPIC internal Quality Systems and generate relevant SOPs.
• Prepare presentations and speak at conferences on behalf of EPIC.
• To safeguard public health by providing the best technical advice in relation to the quality assurance of aseptic preparations.
- Essential Education and Experience:
o A minimum of 10 years experience working within the NHS pharmaceutical services.
o A minimum of 5 years working within a senior NHS pharmaceutical QA role.
o An in-depth knowledge of UK and EU medicines regulation and EU GMP requirements for sterile products.
o An in-depth and practical knowledge of aseptic manufacture, preparation, storage and distribution.
o Extensive experience of planning, conducting and reporting inspections or audits of pharmaceutical aseptic operations and associated QC activities.
o Good understanding of Sterile product preparation/manufacture including radiopharmaceuticals, and of ATMP and Biological product preparation.
o Good understanding and practical application of pharmaceutical quality systems and compliance.
o Experience of delivering group training or presentations. - Desirable Education and Experience
o Eligibility to act as an EU Qualified Person, or M.Sc in Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Assurance.
o Experience of MHRA GMP Inspections. - Skills and Competencies:
o Good interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
o Good leadership skills
o Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
o Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
o Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
o Proficiency in using office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, project management tools).
o Strong presentation skills - Personal Attributes:
o Proactive and self-motivated.
o Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
o Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
o Professional and Ethical
Appendix 1
- Auditing and mock inspections of aseptic manufacturing and preparation activities for compliance with EU GMP and MHRA regulatory expectations
- Performing a gap analysis of operations against aseptic best practice standards
- Providing technical advice on the build of new aseptic facilities
- Providing training courses related to GMP of aseptic medicines
- Delivery of remediation projects to address areas of deficiency or non-compliance
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications and want to be part of a team who have first-hand knowledge of regulatory inspections and compliance and are passionate about making a difference in NHS pharmaceutical services, we encourage you to apply!
If you need to arrange a call with one of our team for further information then please send an email to enquiries@epic-auditors.com
Please send an email to enquiries@epic-auditors.com titled ‘Application’ containing a copy of your CV and a letter specifying the role you would like to be considered for and outlining how you meet the role requirements.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Sunday 14th December 2025
Download the job description here;