Technical ManagerCatalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.Catalent is looking for a Technical Manager to join our dynamic team. This is a pivotal role where you will act as the face of Catalent during project execution, serving as the primary point of contact for clients on all technical matters. You will be responsible for setting the scientific and technical strategy for client projects, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful project delivery.The Role:Define and lead the technical strategy to meet client and product requirements.Provide clear scientific direction to technical leads throughout the project lifecycle.Approve and sign off on client-facing documents and data, maintaining accountability even when tasks are delegated.Proactively identify and resolve technical, quality, and resource-related issues.Escalate high-impact concerns to senior management when necessary.Mentor and coach junior staff, fostering professional development.The Candidate:Degree or higher in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or chemical engineering.Proven experience in pharmaceutical product design, development, and manufacturing.Deep expertise in formulation development for oral dosage forms and related analytical methodologies.Strong understanding of regulatory and quality standards across major markets, including ICH guidelines.Proven project management and multitasking abilities.Strong leadership and decision-making skills.Excellent problem-solving and risk management capabilities.High level of proficiency in GMP practices.Exceptional communication skills in English, both written and verbal.Skilled in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.Why You Should Join Catalent:Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.Bonus & Benefits – Includes a site performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 6% and 4 x life assurance. Enjoy private medical insurance, a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, and the option to buy leave.Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Join Employee Resource Groups that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. Plus, participate in charitable activities.Excellent Location – Just a few minutes’ drive from J26 of the M1, with free on-site parking. Commutable from Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Nottinghamshire.Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.Visit to explore career opportunities.Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.
