Senior Quality Professional
Location: Ballerup 2750, Denmark, Denmark
Contract type: Permanent
Job ID: 4337

Are you ready to contribute to improving the lives of millions suffering from serious skin diseases? Join LEO Pharma, a global leader in dermatology, and be part of a team dedicated to developing innovative treatments for conditions like psoriasis and eczema. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, professional, and fun environment.
Join us in creating a future legacy in medical dermatology
At LEO Pharma, we are global leaders in medical dermatology. We have 115 years’ experience in bringing innovation to healthcare. And we are eager to do much more. Each year, close to 100 million people have a better day because of our medicines.
In External manufacturing QA we share a “challenge accepted” mindset and are guided by our winning behaviours of simplification, collaboration, and accountability, to achieve our goals.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Professional to take charge of critical quality-related responsibilities within a GxP-regulated environment. This role encompasses ensuring quality oversight across contract manufacturing setups and processes, functioning as the primary quality interface between LEO and CMOs (Contract Manufacturing Organizations), and managing the release and certification of APIs, intermediate products, finished goods, and bulk products produced by contract manufacturers.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure quality release of externally manufactured products in compliance with cGMP.
- Oversee and collaborate with CMOs, including quality agreements and audit follow‑up.
- Support operations and projects as a quality SME.
- Manage deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and PQR activities.
- Participate in audits and inspections.
- Drive continuous quality improvements and maintain compliant documentation.
- Stay up to date with GxP requirements and support team goals.
Your qualifications
- Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a QA environment in relation with CMOs.
- Eligible to act as a delegated QP, where required, and compliant with applicable legislation.
- Strong knowledge of cGxP, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and quality systems.
- Proactive, self‑driven, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with multiple deadlines.
- Recognized subject matter expert within area of responsibility, providing sound, compliant input.
- Able to work independently, seek guidance on complex issues, and influence the wider organization.
- Committed to continuous learning, collaboration, and promoting a strong quality culture.
- Acts in accordance with the LEO Code of Conduct and corporate policies.
We are looking for a solution-oriented, pragmatic, and agile professional who thrives in dynamic environments. You should enjoy cross-functional collaboration and working with external partners, including company affiliates and CMOs.
Your application
You do not need to upload a cover letter, but feel free to add a few sentences in your resume or CV on why this position has your interest. Please refrain from adding a photo to your CV.
We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted on a rolling basis, so early applicants may have an advantage.
Your new team
You’ll join a team of 9 dedicated professionals handling a wide range of quality activities to ensure compliance and operational excellence. We value teamwork, collaboration, and solving complex challenges together. Flexible working hours and a supportive, open environment make this a great place to grow your career.
At LEO Pharma, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a global environment where your expertise will drive innovation and quality. You’ll collaborate with external partners and internal teams to make a meaningful impact on patients worldwide.
Beyond the skin
Become part of LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, as we go beyond the skin to make a lasting impact. We are the legacy-builders of the future – enabling people to have a better today and tomorrow. With the world as our lab, we are transforming innovative ideas into more effective and easier-to-use medicines. Through collaboration and partnerships, we can do much more.
At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a fundamental difference.
For certain positions, LEO Pharma might complete a background check conducted by a third party.
Join us and make an impact in, on and far beyond the skin. Apply now!
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