QA Specialist / Quality Assurance Officer (CMO oversight)
Walloon Brabant, Belgium
Introduction
Are you a quality professional with a strong GMP background and a passion for ensuring the highest standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing? Join a leading life sciences environment where your expertise makes a real impact on patient safety.
About Nalys Group
Nalys Group is a Belgian recruitment and consultancy firm specialised in the pharmaceutical, biotech and life sciences industries. We connect expert talent with leading organisations across Belgium and France, supporting both candidates and clients with tailored, hands-on expertise at every step of the journey.
We are currently recruiting, on behalf of one of our partners in the pharmaceutical industry, a QA Specialist – External Manufacturing based in Brabant wallon, Belgium.
Your Responsibilities
* Oversee quality activities related to Contract Manufacturer (CMO) management, ensuring compliance with GMP standards at every stage
* Review and follow up on deviations raised at CMO level, driving timely and effective resolution
* Monitor and validate the closure of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) in line with regulatory expectations
* Review and approve change controls submitted by external manufacturing partners
* Support batch release activities for Drug Product, ensuring full regulatory compliance
* Review and approve product market complaints, contributing to pharmacovigilance and continuous quality improvement
* Collaborate across QA and operational departments within a matrix organisation, acting as a key interface between internal teams and external partners.
Your Profile
* You hold a university degree with a scientific orientation (Bio-engineering, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacology, Chemistry or equivalent)
* You bring at least 5 years of experience in a cGMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment
* You have solid knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and applicable regulatory frameworks
* You are proficient in English, both written and spoken
* You are familiar with SAP and Veeva quality management systems
* You demonstrate strong analytical thinking, a pragmatic mindset, and proven problem-solving abilities
* You are an effective communicator with strong networking and stakeholder management skills, comfortable operating in a matrix organisation.
What We Offer
* A human‐scaled consulting company focused on expertise, partnership, and career development
* Long‐term assignments with leading pharmaceutical players
* Continuous learning through technical coaching, training, and knowledge sharing
* A supportive culture that values autonomy, trust, and impact
* An attractive salary package with additional benefits.
Our Recruitment Process
When applying for this position at Nalys, you can expect a clear and engaging recruitment journey:
* Talent Acquisition Call
A first discussion with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Olivia Braszko, to understand your background, motivations, and career goals
* Technical Interview
A meeting with one of our Technical Referent to evaluate your expertise and fit for the mission
* Business Interview
* A conversation with the Business Unit Director, Jimmy Rousseaux, to discuss the project context and your future within Nalys.
Interested?
Apply directly via this post and let's discuss your motivation through a first teams meeting!