Executive search

Setting the Standard in Life Sciences and Healthcare Executive Search

We don’t just fill roles—we build long-term partnerships with organisations and candidates to support lasting success and growth. When you work with a leading executive search firm in life sciences and healthcare, you should expect more—and we deliver exactly that.

Partners in Executive Success

At Hunton Executive, our executive search capabilities are built to meet the complex demands of the healthcare and life sciences sectors. We specialise in identifying, engaging, and securing exceptional leaders for C-suite, senior, and critical management roles—whether you’re scaling a high-growth biotech company, transforming a global pharmaceutical organisation, or strengthening leadership within a healthcare system. Our approach is strategic, data-driven, and tailored to your unique business goals. Backed by advanced behavioural assessments, AI-powered talent mapping, and deep industry networks, we deliver leadership talent that aligns with your culture, accelerates performance, and drives long-term success. From confidential board-level appointments to region-specific hires, we bring insight, precision, and discretion to every search.

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15+

countries we partner with executives and organisations in

92%

retention of placed executive leaders after 3 years

40%

faster time-to-hire than executive search competitors

80%

assignments are through referrals and repeat business

98%

first-year performance success rate

HOW WE CAN HELP

Helping leaders and organisations grow

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Attract

Long before engaging with clients, we proactively assess potential candidates and consistently network within the industry to stay ahead of emerging leadership talent.


Hire

We maintain a global talent network spanning over 15 countries and collaborate with clients to deliver a strategic, forward-thinking approach to executive leadership search.


DEVELOP

Our work extends well beyond attraction and selection—we provide the support systems leaders need to transition smoothly, accelerate performance, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

RETAIN

We’re more than a search firm—we’re your partners in growth. Our end-to-end services include ongoing executive coaching and organisational consulting, designed to unlock potential and drive exceptional performance.

“Many executive search firms approach things transactionally. You are simply a solution to a client’s problem. Hunton Executive sees the situation from your perspective and approaches the challenge with empathy and humanity. Her success metric is helping people to be their best and live into their potential.”

Senior Vice President, JPAC

Strategic Search. Real Impact.

At Hunton Executive, we believe that executive search requires a dedicated, strategic approach—distinct from traditional recruitment. While recruitment often focuses on filling immediate vacancies, executive search is about identifying and securing the leaders who will shape your organisation’s future. It demands a deep understanding of your culture, strategic goals, and the broader dynamics of your industry—locally, regionally, and globally.

Our service is bespoke, high-touch, and designed for long-term impact. We partner with organisations to build and execute tailored leadership search strategies that not only fill critical roles, but also strengthen culture, enhance performance, and drive business growth. Whether you’re hiring at the C-suite, director, regional, or board level, we manage confidential, high-stakes appointments with precision and discretion.

What sets us apart is our senior-led delivery model, unrivalled industry insight, and commitment to long-term success.

A Smarter Way to Search

At Hunton Executive, our strength lies in the structure and precision of our methodology. Every engagement is driven by a clearly defined, end-to-end process that leaves nothing to chance—from strategic discovery and market mapping to candidate evaluation, placement, and onboarding. Our approach combines analytical rigour with human insight, ensuring that every recommendation is backed by evidence, aligned with your business strategy, and tailored to your organisational culture. With robust tools, behavioural assessments, and a deep understanding of leadership dynamics, we bring clarity and confidence to even the most complex executive hires. It’s this level of discipline and diligence that consistently delivers leaders who don’t just meet expectations—they exceed them.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

"Our focus is to attract, recruit, and retain only the highest quality executive talent into your business to inspire your people, strengthen your business performance, and accelerate your growth". - Vanessa Meikle

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