HARRIS LORD LIFE SCIENCES
We connect transformative talent with ambitious life science companies
In the fast moving world of Life Sciences, the right talent doesn't just fill a gap - it unlocks innovation, drives growth, investment and builds lasting value. We partner with scaling Biotech, Medtech and Diagnostic companies to place executives, senior leadership and teams that make a measurable difference.
We are not transactional recruiters, we are your strategic partner, helping you build better companies and helping exception people build meaningful careers.
About Us
Areas of Focus
Research & Development
This is the innovation engine of life sciences — where breakthrough therapies, diagnostics and devices begin. We support companies building highly specialised scientific teams capable of translating discovery into impact.
Medical & Scientific Affairs
Where science meets strategy. This function ensures scientific integrity, drives education, and strengthens external engagement with clinicians, regulators, and patients.
Regulatory & Quality
Compliance is critical and costly to get wrong. We help businesses build expert RA/QA functions that align innovation with regulatory frameworks and quality standards worldwide.
Clinical Development & Operations
From first-in-human to post-marketing studies, we support organisations managing complex, global clinical trials with precision, speed and quality.
Manufacturing & Technical Operations
Bridging science and commercialisation, this area ensures scalable, compliant and cost-effective production across biologics, devices and diagnostics.
Commercial & Market Access
Where product meets market. We place leaders who understand pricing, access, and value communication – enabling companies to drive adoption, grow revenue, and deliver impact.
Corporate Functions
Strong leadership behind the science. We help companies scale with values-aligned professionals across essential business areas.
Built on values that guide every decision
Our work is grounded in six core values that shape how we lead searches, support talent, and grow businesses:
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Collaborative – We act as true partners, aligning with your mission and owning outcomes together.
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Respect – We honour each person's journey, goals and potential.
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Exceed – We go further than a shortlist. We challenge assumptions and aim for lasting fit.
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Advocate – We promote wellbeing, balance and support – because sustainable careers and cultures matter.
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Transparent – Candid, clear, and honest – always.
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Evolve – We learn continuously, so our clients and candidates benefit from fresh thinking and future-ready talent.
Who we work with
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We specialise in retained search for growth-stage and investor-backed companies in:
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Biotech – Early-stage to post-Series B, often placing Founding and Executive Teams
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MedTech – Scaling technical and commercial functions across global markets
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Diagnostics – Building strategic, cross-functional teams to commercialise precision health solutions
Our focus is senior hires – C-Suite, VP, Strategic Leadership Roles and Team Builds
Why companies choose us
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Sector-specific expertise – Over 30 years in life sciences search, across Europe and the UK
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Strategic insight – We guide you beyond recruitment, helping shape the team behind your vision
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Long-term thinking – We act with integrity, only taking on work we believe in
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Embedded value – We help you build not just a leadership team, but a stronger business
Why candidates trust us
We don’t just fill jobs — we build careers.
We help experienced life sciences leaders and rising talent uncover opportunities that align with their purpose, values and ambition. Through honest conversations, strategic insight and long-term relationships, we help great people do their best work.
More than Life Science recruitment — it's about impact
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Whether you're hiring your first executive team or planning your next career move, we’re here to make the journey count.
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Create better companies by building values-led, high-performing leadership teams
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Create meaningful careers by matching individuals to roles where they can thrive, grow and lead
Let’s start with a conversation
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If you're:
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A scaling life sciences company looking to build a stronger leadership team
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A senior candidate exploring your next strategic move
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…then we’d love to talk.
The Life Sciences Team
Our Brands
Harris Lord is made up of three divisions. To find out more about the Harris Lord group and our other brands, visit our parent website.
