Contract Medical Device Project Manager jobs

Regulatory Manager opportunities could involve supporting the delivery of compliant, regulated products and services across diverse industries. A central theme could be coordinating regulatory strategy, submission management and ongoing compliance to help bring innovative solutions to market safely and effectively.

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About the opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Regulatory Manager positions, roles that could support organisations in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and maintaining the highest standards of compliance and quality.

Roles of this type may sit within forward-thinking organisations where regulatory excellence is core to business strategy. The work could involve partnering across product development, quality assurance and commercial teams to ensure regulatory requirements are met, submissions are effective, and products remain compliant throughout their lifecycle. You could have scope to influence regulatory strategy and contribute to the successful market launch and ongoing management of products across regulated sectors including medical devices, pharmaceuticals and life sciences.

Typical role overview

• Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
• Type: Contract · Full-time
• Rate: £450–550 per day
• Domain: Regulatory Affairs · Compliance · Medical Device / Life Sciences

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Supporting the development and execution of regulatory strategy aligned with business objectives
• Preparing and managing regulatory submissions, including pre-submission communications and approval dossiers
• Coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory requirements are understood and embedded in product development
• Monitoring changes in regulatory requirements and advising on the implications for current and future products
• Maintaining regulatory documentation and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and quality systems
• Supporting internal and external audits related to regulatory compliance
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of regulatory processes and procedures
• Liaising with regulatory authorities and managing regulatory queries and inspections

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Life Sciences, Engineering or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrable experience in a regulatory affairs or compliance role, ideally within a regulated industry such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals or life sciences
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and standards, including ISO 13485, IEC 62304, and Class III medical device regulations
• Strong understanding of regulatory submission processes and dossier preparation
• Familiarity with quality management systems and good regulatory practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear guidance
• Project management capability and the ability to work effectively across functions
• Certification such as Certified Compliance Professional (CCP) or equivalent is advantageous

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge products and innovative organisations operating in regulated sectors
• Scope to develop deep expertise in regulatory strategy and compliance frameworks
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and the broader product development lifecycle
• Potential for progression within regulatory affairs and compliance functions
• Contract flexibility and the ability to work on diverse, impactful projects
• Access to professional development and networking within the regulatory and compliance community
• A role where your contribution directly supports the safe and compliant delivery of products that make a real difference

About SThree

SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy.
We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.

Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds

How to register interest

If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.