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Contract_MuleSoft Developer_Remote_ Healthcare or Pharmaceutical Industry_W2/C2C
Posted 4 days ago by Arbor Tek Systems
Job DescriptionJob Title: MuleSoft DeveloperLocation: RemoteExperience: 10+ YearsJob OverviewWe are looking for an exper...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Sign UpSr. BA/Product Owner – Pharmacy Technology/Long Term care (LTC)
Posted 1 week ago by Y & L Consulting Inc.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Business Analyst with strong pharmacy domain expertise, preferably within Long-Term C...
- Rate Not specified
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- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Project Manager - Medical Devices, Pharma QA
Posted 1 week ago by RM IT Professional Resources AG
Project Manager - Medical Devices, Pharma QA long term contract opportunity for our Basel based client in the Pharma sec...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Basel, Switzerland
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Senior Data Product Manager PBM (Pharmacy Benefit Management)
Posted 1 week ago by Lumen Solutions Group Inc.
Company DescriptionLumen SolutionsGroupInc. is a technology consulting Services company based inFlorida.Weprovidea wide...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
SAP QM (Life Sciences, Pharma, Medical Device manufacturing company to be consid...
Posted 1 week ago by 3S Business Corporation Inc.
SAP QMIndustry: Life SciencesDuration: 6 months+Location: Preference given to Candidates located in Northern Suburbs...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
Pharmacovigilance Systems Specialist
Posted 2 weeks ago by Hyper Recruitment Solutions
DescriptionA leading organisation in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking a dedicated Safety Systems & Innovation...
- Rate £75,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Windsor, England, United Kingdom
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About Our Pharma Contract Roles in Manchester
What does a pharma contractor do?
The pharmaceutical sector is a major and specialist contracting market in the UK, engaging professionals across clinical development, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, pharmacovigilance, medical writing, manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial functions on a contract basis. The sector's project-intensive drug development pipeline, combined with the demanding regulatory environment overseen by the MHRA and EMA, creates consistent demand for specialist contractor expertise across the full drug development and commercialisation lifecycle. The UK pharmaceutical contracting market is concentrated around clusters in London, the Thames Valley, the East of England, and Scotland, where major pharmaceutical companies and contract research organisations maintain significant operations.
The regulatory framework is the defining feature of pharmaceutical contracting. Contractors working in drug development, clinical operations, or manufacturing must be thoroughly familiar with GxP standards relevant to their discipline, including GCP for clinical development, GMP for manufacturing, GLP for non-clinical studies, and the specific ICH guidelines that govern pharmaceutical development and submission. Pharmacovigilance contractors need knowledge of EU GVP modules and MHRA pharmacovigilance requirements, including Individual Case Safety Report processing and aggregate reporting. Regulatory affairs contractors need expertise in CTD submission formats, MHRA and EMA registration procedures, and variation management. Manufacturing contractors in pharmaceutical environments need familiarity with MHRA inspection requirements and the specific quality systems frameworks that govern pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
What is the market like for pharma contractors?
Pharmaceutical contracting in the UK is underpinned by a large and globally connected industry with significant domestic R&D investment, particularly in biologics, oncology, and rare disease programmes. Demand has been sustained by the strong clinical trial pipeline, continued investment in pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity, and the regulatory change activity driven by Brexit's impact on UK marketing authorisation arrangements. The growth of cell and gene therapy manufacturing is creating new specialist contractor demand in novel manufacturing processes, while digital health and real-world evidence programmes are generating demand for data and technology contractors with pharmaceutical sector knowledge. Rates across pharmaceutical contracting are among the strongest in the life sciences sector, reflecting the specialist regulatory knowledge required.
What is the contracting market like in Manchester?
Manchester has established itself as the strongest contractor hub outside London, supported by a diverse economy spanning financial services, technology, media, and the public sector. MediaCityUK at Salford Quays anchors a cluster of digital, creative, and broadcasting employers, while Spinningfields and the wider city centre house the financial and professional services concentration. Several major insurers and banks run significant operations from Manchester, and the technology sector has matured considerably, with both established firms and scale-ups competing for software engineering, cloud, and data contractors. The rate gap with London has narrowed over the past few years as employer competition for experienced contractors in the city has intensified, and for many disciplines Manchester now offers comparable depth of opportunity at a materially lower cost base.
How much do pharma contractors usually earn in Manchester?
Contract rates for pharma roles in Manchester typically range from £450 to £800 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many pharma vacancies in Manchester are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 60 pharma contract roles across the site, with Manchester accounting for a significant portion. Data reviewed up to August 2026.