About me
Paula Walker is the Global Head of Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) at Roche and a member of the Quality Management Leadership team. As former Head of Compliance & Inspectorate at the MHRA, she brings over 13 years of regulatory experience to her mission of accelerating patient access to medicines. Her vision focuses on continuous value generation through RBQM, ensuring products are approved quickly and safely by prioritizing the data that truly matters for clinical and regulatory decision-making. Paula holds a BSc in Biomedical Science, an MA in Biotechnological Law & Ethics, and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Clinical Trials. Internationally recognized for her expertise, she bridges the gap between regulation & industry innovation.
