33 Drug Safety jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client is a market leader within the Pharma Covigilance market. They are looking to recruit a Drug Safety Administrator who will be an active participant in meetings and assist the PV Manager in maintaining standard operating procedures or working practices. During their daily activities, the Drug Safety Administrator will be required to liaise with pharmaceutical companies and other business partners.

Daily tasks:

• Keeping the Pharmacovigilance Manager fully informed of problems and issues that may arise related to the product, adverse events, the patients, prescribers or the marketing authorisation holder.
• Processing selected case reports in the database.
• Checking all literature case reports have the appropriate AE terms assigned for MedDRA coding. Notifying the QPPV of cases where the appropriate MedDRA term cannot be identified independently.
• Reconciliation both with clients and/or with PV partners on behalf of clients (as required).
• Processing reports from any source in the drug safety database.
• Assessing adverse events and carry out listedness and causality assessments.
• Exchanging a PV case reference from the database with PV partners.
• Conducting follow-up investigation for direct reports from either patients or healthcare professionals.
• Maintaining Continued Professional Development in support of your role and responsibilities.
• Participate in various team meetings and liaise with other colleagues about on-going projects.
• Assist with documentation such as Working Practices and Standard Operating Procedures, where required.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of medicinal products and with regulations and guidelines within the industry.
• An organised, proactive person with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication with proficiency in standard software programs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Life science or Bio medical graduate (1-2 years working experience desirable) or other allied healthcare professional.

Please note candidates will only be considered with the above skills and unfortunately this company cannot consider sponsorship, or a visa status that will need renewing.

CPL Life Sciences are in collaboration with a world-renowned global pharmaceutical company who are seeking two new professionals at varying experience levels to join their Safety Science and Pharmacovigilance team. This role provides scientific safety oversight across the full lifecycle of investigational and marketed products.

As a Safety Scientist, you key responsibilities will include:

• Support safety activities in early and late-phase clinical development
• Conduct signal detection, evaluation, and contribute to risk-benefit assessments
• Manage individual case safety reports (ICSRs) and prepare aggregate reports (e.g., DSURs, PBRERs)
• Participate in the preparation and review of regulatory submissions (INDs, NDAs, MAAs, etc.)
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of safety labeling and core safety documents
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure high-quality safety deliverables
• Provide safety input to study teams and participate in cross-functional meetings
• Help prepare materials for safety committees (e.g., iDMCs, IMCs) and regulatory authorities

Hybrid: North London 2 days per week on site, 3 days remote

Applicants should have direct experience working with signal detection, aggregate reports and risk management plans in particular for both clinical and post-marketing activities.

Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills are essential for success in this role.

CPL Life Sciences are in collaboration with a world-renowned global pharmaceutical company who are seeking two new professionals at varying experience levels to join their Safety Science and Pharmacovigilance team. This role provides scientific safety oversight across the full lifecycle of investigational and marketed products.

As a Safety Scientist, you key responsibilities will include:

• Support safety activities in early and late-phase clinical development
• Conduct signal detection, evaluation, and contribute to risk-benefit assessments
• Manage individual case safety reports (ICSRs) and prepare aggregate reports (e.g., DSURs, PBRERs)
• Participate in the preparation and review of regulatory submissions (INDs, NDAs, MAAs, etc.)
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of safety labeling and core safety documents
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure high-quality safety deliverables
• Provide safety input to study teams and participate in cross-functional meetings
• Help prepare materials for safety committees (e.g., iDMCs, IMCs) and regulatory authorities

Hybrid: North London 2 days per week on site, 3 days remote

Applicants should have direct experience working with signal detection, aggregate reports and risk management plans in particular for both clinical and post-marketing activities.

Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills are essential for success in this role.

• Manage and oversee regulatory submissions related to drug safety, including Investigational New Drug (IND) applications, Clinical Trial Applications (CTAs), and periodic safety update reports (PSURs).
• Ensure compliance with global pharmacovigilance regulations (e.g., GVP Modules, FDA regulations) and company policies.
• Prepare, review, and submit safety-related regulatory documents to health authorities worldwide.
• Liaise with global regulatory agencies to address queries and provide necessary information regarding drug safety.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments, including Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, and Quality Assurance, to ensure integrated safety reporting and compliance.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on company products and processes.
• Develop and maintain regulatory submission documentation and databases.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of company SOPs related to regulatory affairs and drug safety.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on regulatory requirements to cross-functional teams.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and audits, ensuring preparedness and compliance.
• Support post-marketing safety surveillance activities and submissions.

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field. A Master's degree or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical industry, with a specialization in drug safety/pharmacovigilance.
• Thorough understanding of global regulatory requirements for drug safety and GxP.
• Proven experience in preparing and submitting safety-related regulatory documents.
• Excellent knowledge of pharmacovigilance principles and reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex regulatory information clearly.
• Proficiency in regulatory information management systems and safety databases.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of compliance.
• Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the Brighton, East Sussex, UK area for this office-based position.

More About The Role
We’ve got an opportunity for a Health & Safety Specialist to join our Manufacturing team at our site in Thrapston. 
 
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will be responsible for leading health and safety on site to ensure all managers and colleagues are engaged and motivated by Health and Safety in Myton Food Group. In this role you will work collaboratively with the Site Manager and other members of the Senior Team to embed a safety culture on site with robust processes and standardised working practices which keep all colleagues in work safe.
 
The role will also be responsible for the following:

• Ensure the site management team, colleagues & visitors comply with Health and Safety legislation and adhere to our policies and procedures in relation to safe working practices.
li>Continuously review all Health and Safety compliance on site, delivering accurate reports and creating action plans against trends
• Play a lead role in the continuous improvement of the Company Safety Plan that demonstrates a strong safety culture for employees, visitors and contractors
• Ensure regular audits are completed which measure safe working practices whilst delivering products to store
• Monitor near misses and proactively supports managers to complete floor walks routinely, whilst supports managers to investigate potential hazards and accidents using the reporting tools available.
• Ensure all Health & Safety targets and standards are met at all times
• Ensure a safe working environment is maintained with structured practices and processes being embedded and visible on site.
• Provide additional training and guidance to drive a culture of Health & Safety.
• Monitor trends to ensures corrective actions are completed and implemented by managers
• Lead from a Health and Safety perspective at site meetings in partnership with the union and listens and responds to issues and concerns
• Monitor and maintain compliance with safe working practices and workplace hygiene levels
• Ensure all colleagues are trained in Health and Safety to the required level to do their role
• Build great relationships with internal stakeholders at other sites, sharing best practice and proactively supports and coaches all colleagues ensuring Health and Safety is prioritised on site
• Deliver H&S training on site for new and existing colleagues and managers

About You
What skills and experience do Myton Food Group Health & Safety Specialists need?

• You must have a NEBOSH General Certificate with extensive Health & Safety experience ideally gained in a FMCG Manufacturing or Logistics environment. A NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Experience of working in a fast paced operational environment, managing multiple stakeholders with an ability to deliver results.
• Experience of building great relationships with peers, sharing best practice whilst proactively supporting and coaching colleagues, ensuring Health and Safety is at the forefront.
• Experience of driving key performance indicators and how to influence them to improve audit scores, accident statistics and reduce near misses.
• Understand the impact of unsafe working practices and how this can damage stock/product which will impact service to sites.
• A sound knowledge of the wider supply chain, ensuring safe working practices are maintained Confident, self starter who can implement all safe systems of work to include risk assessment, accident reporting and experience of delivering onsite compliance.

In return for your hard work we will offer you:  

< i>Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays).
• 15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us.
• Additional 10% discount More Card for a friend or family member.
• Career progression and development opportunities.
• Subsidised staff canteen.
• Free parking.Market leading pension and life assurance.
• Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP.
• Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more.
• Long Service Awards.Optional Payroll charity donations.
• Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave

About The Company
You’ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets.
 At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We’re British farming’s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we’re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more.
We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we’re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website.

Process Safety Specialist
Tilbury
Circa 60,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you looking for a role at a leading, global organisation with excellent learning and development opportunities?

We're supporting a leading organisation in a high risk sector to recruit a Process Safety Specialist for their complex site in Tilbury. The company is a recognised innovator in their field, with a strong focus on safety, compliance and continuous improvement across all operations involving high-hazard materials.

This role is part of the risk and compliance team, providing coordination and support as the key contact for process safety. You'll work closely with production, engineering and project teams to carry out risk assessments, lead process safety reviews, develop fire strategies, and ensure alignment with lower tier COMAH regulations.

Responsibilities of the Process Safety Specialist will include:

• Working with the team on process safety activities across the site, ensuring compliance with regulations
• Conducting risk assessments and ensuring safety-critical tasks meet legal and company standards
• Supporting teams in developing safe processes and providing input during change management
• Working with the Head of Health and Safety to implement group process safety standards

The ideal Process Safety Specialist will have:

• Experience in a high-hazard environment, ideally with some experience in a chemical environment
• Familiar with risk assessment techniques and some exposure working with external regulators would be ideal
• A relevant qualification across engineering, chemistry or a related field

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a world leading brand within their field in a professional working environment. If the role is of interest, please contact Scott Whyte on or (phone number removed).

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