Assessor

We are currently looking for 2Benefit Risk Evaluation Assessors to join ourBenefit Risk Evaluation II and I Functionwithin theSafety & Surveillancegroup.The posts are in theGastrointestinal system nutrition endocrine unit & fertility and Skin senses movement and pain unit.

These are full-time opportunities on a permanent basis. The roles will be based in 10 South Colonnade Canary Wharf London E14 4PU. Please be aware that these roles can only be worked in the UK and not overseas.

Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.

We are currently implementing a flexible hybrid way of working with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role this can flex up to 12 days a month with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.

Who are we

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices underpinned by science and research.

The Safety and Surveillance Group brings together into a single integrated structure devices and medicines safety expertise with enforcement capabilities. These functions will be supported by our data and evidence generating capabilities complementing our signal generating capabilities produced via the new Safety Connect System.

Whats the role

The core purpose of these roles is to provide a robust benefit risk assessment of potential safety signals using data from a range of sources and technical scientific clinical and regulatory knowledge and/or practical experience. Benefit risk assessors are responsible for engaging with a range of stakeholders including patients and the public to make timely and robust benefit-risk assessments and recommend safety actions and risk mitigations that are outcome focused.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct robust assessments regarding medical devices and medicinal products in relation to emerging safety signals utilising a range of data sources
• Be proactive in engaging with all stakeholders including patients and the public health care professionals and companies to complete benefit risk evaluation assessments
• Recommend timely and proportionate regulatory actions to enhance benefit and mitigate potential residual patient safety risks; this may include the development of impactful safety messages
• Work in a matrix way to conduct benefit risk assessments and as required assess clinical investigation applications Exceptional Use Authorisations Medicinal Product Variations Risk Management Plans to set deadlines
• Keep accurate records of benefit risk assessments and decisions as required
• Contribute to and lead projects across the product life cycle to ensure compliance with regulations and contribute to assessing the impact of regulatory decisions on protecting patients and ensuring public health

General

• Contribute to external committees and groups as appropriate to raise standards in devices and medicinal products safety
• Be committed to continuous development to acquire and maintain knowledge and skills

Who are we looking for

Oursuccessful candidateswill demonstrate the following:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions
• Proven understanding of risk management principles to reduce harm and promote effective use of medical products. Technical knowledge and/or practical experience of a range of medical devices and/or medicines
• Proven experience of managing complex projects to agreed milestones and managing conflicting priorities
• Proven experience in conducting benefit risk evaluations of medical devices and or medicines is highly advantageous

If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity please read our Job Description and Person Specification!

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The selection process:

We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidatesfind out more here.

• Online application form including questions based on theBehaviour Experience and Technical Success Profiles.Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.
• Interview which can include questions based on theBehaviour Experience Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.

In the instance that we receive a high number of applications we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria ofhaving previous relevant experience such as healthcare medical device or medicinal product industry or regulatory environment.

Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allowsufficienttime. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.

Use of AI in Job Applications

Applicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others or generated by artificial intelligence as your own.

If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process please contact as soon as possible.

Closing date:20^th June 2025

Shortlisting date: from 23rd June 2025

Interview date:from 30^th June 2025

Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.

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Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality information on whether you are able to apply is availablehere.

Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must completebasic personnel security standard checks.

Applicants who are successful at interview will be as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.

Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibilityhere.

Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries please contact.

In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointmenton the basis ofmerit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint you should firstly contact Florentina OleylamiHead of Talent Acquisition.

If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at:

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