Corporate VC is quietly keeping biotech moving, stepping in where traditional funding has pulled back and providing not just capital, but networks, infrastructure, and commercial insight to help early-stage companies thrive. AstraZeneca is doubling down on metabolic innovation, signaling that differentiated science continues to attract premium investment. Meanwhile, the talent market is more competitive than ever, making clarity, quality, and strong connections essential to stand out in a crowded landscape. Stay ahead of the trends shaping science, investment, and talent. Adam J. Bloomfield Francesca Hallworth Nicholas Sim (沈褔荣) Ayden Tan (陈高进)
Barrington James Board & Executive Partners
Staffing and Recruiting
Crawley , West Sussex 543 followers
Our rigorous Executive Search practice has a rich history of critical senior appointments in the Life Science Sector.
About us
Board and Executive Partners is a Barrington James company. We leverage the technology, reach, and resources of a large organization while delivering to clients with greater speed and agility than most traditional (generalist) search firms. Our team has low turnover, ensuring that our consultants and resourcing teams consistently deliver exceptional results for our clients. We are uniquely positioned to appoint the first leader for newly established functions or businesses and then coordinate our specialist contingent recruiters to build their teams. We work in all major regions and with all types of companies from conception to early funding rounds into the clinic through late phase, submission and launch. We work with small emerging companies, scaling mid-caps right through to the biggest global multi-nationals.
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https://barringtonjames.com/executive-and-board
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- Staffing and Recruiting
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- 201-500 employees
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- Crawley , West Sussex
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- 2002
- Specialties
- Executive Search, Leadership Search, Executive Headhunting, Executive Staffing, Executive Recruitment, Board Appointments, C-Suite Recruitment, C-Suite Staffing, C-Suite Headhunting, C-Suite Search, Leadership Talent Acquisition, Leadership Recruitment, and Leadership Search
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Traditional hiring methods often miss what’s beneath the surface. In partnership with a global healthcare MNC in Singapore, we combined our confidential C-suite search expertise with the science-backed Hogan Assessment to uncover the leadership traits that truly drive success. Within two weeks, we delivered a data-led evaluation that identified core strengths, potential derailers, and a clear development roadmap, enabling our client to make a confident, strategic appointment. The result: a high-impact APAC SVP hire with the resilience, insight, and alignment to accelerate regional growth. Looking to strengthen leadership hiring with data-driven precision? Let’s start the conversation: https://lnkd.in/euPbm37y Nicholas Sim (沈褔荣) Ayden Tan (陈高进) Adam J. Bloomfield Francesca Hallworth
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CRO timelines are slipping, budgets are tightening, and sponsors need a smarter path forward. Meet Barrington James Strategic Solutions Group (SSG). Through our Embedded Development Groups (EDGs) we embed audit-ready clinical teams inside your organisation, so you stay in control, cut spend, and reach first-patient-in sooner. If you would like to learn more visit our in-depth whitepaper "Taking Control: Driving Efficiency and Innovation with Embedded, In-House Clinical Trial Teams" written by the President of SSG, Bryan Katz uncovering detailed strategies and case examples of this model in action: https://lnkd.in/en4iusBx Schedule an exploratory call with our Strategic Solutions experts today, and understand how an embedded clinical team could accelerate your programs, and relieve the pressures you're under. https://lnkd.in/eXge5Ptq Bryan Katz Stowe Milhous #ClinicalTrials #Biotech #Pharma #LifeScience #EmbeddedTeams #OutsourcingSolutions #BarringtonJames #Staffing #CRO #FSP #DrugDevelopment
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Digital transformation, relentless M&A and an acute skills crunch are remaking pharma in 2025. AI-first R&D, cloud-enabled supply chains and record deal activity are pushing companies to secure leaders who can navigate change and turn innovation into growth. Congratulations to our newest Movers & Shakers: • Leo Viana Nicacio, MD — Chief Medical Officer, Protara Therapeutics • Dr Haley Laken — Chief Scientific Officer, Zenas BioPharma • Dr Bee Koen Low— Chief Operating Officer, Kelso Pharma • Jean-Baptiste Agnus — Chief Commercial Officer, Bora Pharmaceuticals These appointments signal how operational excellence, translational science and strategic partnering are becoming non-negotiable in today’s market. We cannot wait to see how each leader drives the next wave of therapeutic and commercial breakthroughs. Planning your own executive hire? Schedule a confidential consultation: https://lnkd.in/dxzZK-Hw #Pharma #LifeSciences #LeadershipMoves #ExecutiveHiring #CLevel #TalentAcquisition #Innovation #Recruitment #MoversAndShakers #BarringtonJames
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Fresh leadership from Q2 is accelerating biotech breakthroughs, meet the executives guiding leading their companies through the next chapter in our latest carousel. Congratulations to the following: • Jared Kelly on becoming CEO at Oncolytics Biotech Inc. • Bhavna Hunjan appointed Chief Business Officer at Nucleome Therapeutics • Dr Atif Abbas, MD joining STORM Therapeutics Limited as Chief Medical Officer • Dr Rie Schultz Hansen named Chief Scientific Officer at Augustine Therapeutics We’re excited to watch each of you drive the next wave of innovation and growth across the biotech landscape! Drawing on 23 years of expertise in executive appointments, Board & Executive Partners leverage their technology, reach, and resources of a large organization while delivering to clients with greater speed and agility than most traditional (generalist) search firms. Ready to secure your next executive level appointment? Schedule a confidential consultation. https://lnkd.in/dxzZK-Hw #Biotech #LifeScience #LeadershipMoves #ExecutiveHiring #CLevel #TalentAcquisition #Innovation #Recruitment #MoversAndShakers #BarringtonJames
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C-suite momentum shapes the medical device market. Explore who just stepped into pivotal roles in our latest carousel. Congratulations to the following: Ashley McEvoy on her new leadership role at Insulet Corporation. Andrew Chang on becoming Chief Commercial Officer at BVI Medical. Robert Cohen on his appointment at Stryker. Damien McDonald appointed CEO at Enovis. Kelly Constable on stepping up as CEO of CloudCath. Why it matters • Fresh leadership resets strategy and supplier priorities • New funding and product roadmaps create urgent talent gaps • Acting early lowers cost per hire and keeps audits clean Wait too long and risk delayed trials, lost share, and mounting investor pressure. Drawing on 23 years of expertise in executive appointments, Board & Executive Partners leverage their technology, reach, and resources of a large organization while delivering to clients with greater speed and agility than most traditional (generalist) search firms. Ready to secure your next executive level appointment? Schedule a confidential consultation. https://lnkd.in/dxzZK-Hw #MedTech #MedicalDevice #LeadershipMoves #ExecutiveHiring #CLevel #TalentAcquisition #LifeScience #Innovation #Recruitment #MoversAndShakers #BarringtonJames
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In our latest newsletter, we trace the history of ADCs from Mylotarg's initial FDA approval in 2000 to the current roster of 15, and we examine why Pfizer, Merck Group, AbbVie, Johnson & Johnson, and AstraZeneca have invested over $80 billion in this modality since 2019. Barrington James’ specialist recruiters support every link in the ADC value chain, placing elite talent in CMC, clinical, regulatory and commercial teams so sponsors can turn breakthrough science into approved therapies. Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive industry insights below: https://lnkd.in/eeUpWxQH Visit our website to discover how we can support your 2025 hiring goals: https://lnkd.in/eT-j3feZ #ADC #Oncology #Biologics #Pharma #Biotech #DrugDevelopment #TalentSolutions #BarringtonJames #CancerTreatment #Staffing #Recruitment #AntiDrugConjugates
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Last week, Nicholas Sim (沈褔荣) and the Barrington James Board & Executive Partners team hosted their 3rd Annual Healthcare & Life Science HR Roundtable. Senior HR and Talent Acquisition Leaders gathered to discuss the fascinating topic of our tongue-in-cheek theme on “The Great R&D: Retention & Development.” Two questions framed the conversation: • Is your leadership talent aligned with your company’s growth ambitions and culture? • How does your leadership team reflect and reinforce the culture you’re trying to scale? These questions sparked the candid "war stories", highlighting how focused HR intervention can transform business outcomes. Discussions why wellbeing must sit at the heart of leadership and employer branding strategies when competing for senior talent. The key takeaway from the event was: "Consistent care beats grand gestures. Start with a heartfelt check-in." Special thanks to Winnie Kok, Founder of Genesis People & Wellness, whose keynote underscored that high-performing organisations begin with healthy, self-aware leaders. If you steer talent strategy in pharma, biotech, or medtech and would like to join our next HR leadership session, let us know: https://lnkd.in/dxzZK-Hw Photo Credits: Jasmine A. Barrington James Board & Executive Partners Adam Cole Ayden Tan (陈高进) Amy Tilbury Kamran S. Adam J. Bloomfield Francesca Hallworth Kathryn Darcy-Watts #APACHR #LeadershipAlignment #EmployerBranding #WellbeingAtWork #TalentAcquisition #LifeSciencesHR #MedTechLeadership #PharmaLeadership #BEPEvents
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Trusted Partner to Boards & CxO | C-Suite, SVP Leadership Executive Search | APAC Healthcare & Life Sciences
[ A simple ‘How are you?’ goes a long way. Real leadership is in the little things. ] Grateful to have hosted Board & Executive Partners' 3rd Annual Healthcare & Life Sciences HR Event — with senior HR and Talent Acquisition leaders from across the industry. This year's theme was a tongue in cheek play on the word - The Great R&D. Which is The Great Retention and Development. 🔹 Is your leadership talent aligned with your company’s growth ambitions and culture? 🔹 How does your leadership team reflect and reinforce the culture you’re trying to scale? Our conversations went forward with everyone sharing their personal "war" career stories, what they did, and how their businesses benefitted from HR intervention. We also explored how well-being can and should be part of your leadership and employer branding strategy — especially when attracting and retaining senior talent in today’s competitive landscape. A special thank-you to Winnie Kok, Founder of Genesis People & Wellness, for delivering an engaging keynote on how wellness shapes leadership impact and company culture. Her session reminded us that high-performing organizations start with healthy, self-aware leaders. Big appreciation to all who joined us, shared insights, and made the session rich with real-world challenges and forward-thinking strategies. Let’s continue building cultures where leaders thrive — and bring others along with them. Key Takeaway: "Consistent care beats grand gestures. Start with a heartfelt check-in." 👉 If you missed this one and would like to be invited to future HR leadership roundtables, drop me a DM. Barrington James Board & Executive Partners Adam Cole Ayden Tan (陈高进) Amy Tilbury Kamran S. Adam J. Bloomfield Francesca Hallworth Kathryn Darcy-Watts Photo Credits: Jasmine A. #APACHR #LeadershipAlignment #EmployerBranding #WellbeingAtWork #TalentAcquisition #LifeSciencesHR #MedTechLeadership #PharmaLeadership #BEPEvents
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Meet Nicholas Sim (沈褔荣), our APAC Managing Partner of Barrington James Board & Executive Partners, where he leads CxO, C-suite, VP, and Board-level searches for Pharma, Biotech and MedTech across Asia Pacific. Swipe through our carousel to see how Nicholas Sim (沈褔荣) has spent the over 15 years serving Fortune 100 clients as a trusted advisor and strategic partner. • 15 years filling GM, SVP, and board seats in China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia & ANZ • A retained search model powered by Hogan Assessments + proprietary APAC talent mapping • A case study of a Regional SVP hired with risk factors flagged, shortlist delivered in 10 days • Why Fortune 100 life-science firms trust our high-touch, data-driven process If you're planning your next leadership hire, reach out to Nicholas Sim (沈褔荣) for a confidential call at +65 31637409 or nicholas@barringtonjames.com or https://lnkd.in/e_eFsgb6. Read our full profile here: https://lnkd.in/eA72-ePu #LifeScienceRecruitment #ExecutiveSearch #CSuitelHiring #APAC #Singapore #Pharma #Biotech #BoardAndExecutivePartners #BarringtonJames