About SpectrumX
SpectrumX is an MHRA-licensed UK pharmaceutical manufacturer supporting Sterile and Non-Sterile programmes, including Specials, from development and regulatory support through manufacturing, fill-finish and global supply. At 16,000 sq ft, our facilities offer state-of-the-art Grade A environments with Grade B, C & D cleanrooms, delivering flexible, end-to-end pharmaceutical manufacturing built for scale.


Purpose
Move products from development into manufacture and supply.
Expertise
Formulation, R&D, transfer, scale-up, validation, production, quality, regulatory and distribution.
Approach
The route follows the product, stage and commercial need.
Leadership
Damien Hancox
Chief Executive Officer
Damien Hancox is an experienced pharmaceutical industry operator and commercial leader with a strong track record of building high-performing teams and translating complex healthcare opportunities into scalable business outcomes.
As Chief Executive Officer of SpectrumX, he has played a central role in the company's growth and development within UK pharmaceutical manufacturing, working across manufacturers, distributors and healthcare providers to build trusted commercial partnerships.
Barry Saint
Chief Financial Officer
Barry Saint is a Cambridge University Engineering graduate with more than 20 years' experience across global finance, corporate strategy and investment banking.
His background includes capital raising, IPO, venture and private equity transactions, strategic partnerships, M&A and international growth. He has also served as CFO of an early-stage biotechnology company and Group Treasurer of pharmaceutical business Indivior.
Ben Hibbert
Operations Director
Ben Hibbert has more than 20 years' experience across science, pharmaceuticals, facilities and operational delivery.
Having been with SpectrumX from the beginning, he has helped shape and deliver the company's strategic objectives and now leads operational functions and key projects from inception through to completion.
Omair Sattar
Technical Director
Omair Sattar has more than a decade of experience in pharmaceutical quality across Sterile, Non-Sterile and GMP-regulated environments.
As Quality Director at SpectrumX, he leads strategic quality initiatives, regulatory compliance and operational excellence, with experience spanning Quality Assurance, Quality Control, R&D, regulatory inspections, QMS implementation, batch release, deviation management and supplier qualification.
Eman Alqadoori
Regulatory Affairs and QA Manager
Eman Alqadoori is an experienced Quality and Regulatory leader with nearly 20 years' experience across regulated healthcare environments.
She holds a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences and an MBA, combining scientific expertise with commercial and strategic understanding to support product development, regulatory compliance and pharmaceutical supply.
Michael Ruddick
Head of Production
Michael Ruddick has more than 30 years' experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, progressing from operator through to senior leadership roles.
His background includes GMP operations across biologics, aseptic and oral solid-dose manufacturing, as well as experience with Controlled Drugs and high-potency products.
Richard Jones
Head of People
Richard Jones leads the people function at SpectrumX, with responsibility for HR, culture, organisational development and employee experience.
His background spans people and organisational management across both public and private-sector organisations, with a focus on building capable teams, developing people and supporting a strong, consistent workplace culture as the company grows.
David Jones
In-House Counsel
David Jones was called to the Bar in 2006 and subsequently cross-qualified as a Solicitor in 2009 after working as an in-house lawyer in London.
His legal experience combines strategic problem-solving, commercial judgement and litigation expertise, with consistent recognition in the Legal 500.
Debra Leeves
Non-Executive Director
Debra Leeves has more than 25 years' experience across technology and the pharmaceutical industry, having held senior and C-level roles in the US, Asia-Pacific and Europe.
Her career has included roles with organisations including Pfizer, GSK and GE, spanning commercial, clinical, financial, quality and medical functions. She also brings extensive experience as a public-company and growth-company board director.
Jennifer Von Strohe
Marketing Director
Jennifer Von Strohe is a senior marketing and commercial leader with more than 25 years of global experience building brands, driving growth and translating complex regulated products into clear market strategies across pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotech, fintech, FMCG and digital industries.
As a founding member of SpectrumX, she has helped build the company from inception and has led brand development, market positioning, product launches, regulatory and compliance communications, go-to-market strategy, stakeholder engagement and cross-functional commercial activity.
Based in Knutsford, Cheshire
SpectrumX Direct Limited, Unit 8 Novus, Parkgate Industrial Estate, Haig Road, Knutsford, WA16 8FB, United Kingdom.
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