[Hiring] Compliance Auditor @Lonza

Role Description

This role involves significant international travel (50–60%) across global manufacturing sites and operational facilities.

As a Corporate Compliance Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding Lonza’s license to operate by driving compliance excellence and mitigating quality risks worldwide. Acting as a trusted technical advisor, you will:

• Design, plan, and execute high-impact corporate cGMP audits across a diverse global footprint—spanning biologics, cell and gene therapies, sterile drug products, APIs, medical devices, and hardware/software operations.
• Partner directly with manufacturing sites to elevate standards, navigate complex regulatory landscapes, and ensure continuous inspection readiness.

Qualifications

• Mandatory previous experience as a Health Authority Inspector with the MHRA or HPRA (Ireland) carrying out cGMP inspections.
• 10+ years of cGMP QA/auditing experience paired with an MSc (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field.

Requirements

• Lead, plan, and execute global corporate cGMP compliance audits across diverse sites, including biologics, cell/gene therapies, sterile products, and APIs.
• Advise sites on regulatory compliance, risk assessment, remediation strategies, and health authority inspection preparation.
• Perform supplier assessments and act as the global Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for assigned suppliers.
• Mentor junior auditors, provide senior compliance guidance, and drive continuous quality improvement across business units.

Benefits

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• A variety of benefits tailored to your locality.
• Access to global benefits via Lonza Benefits .

Company Description

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion, and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.