Global Head of Life Sciences Recruitment (Agency) Global - open to location What future do you want to create? At Hays, we believe in being lifelong partners - to our people as well as our customers. With over 50 years of business success, we have a reputation as the world leader in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions. But joining Hays isn’t just about being part of a global business leader, it’s about making a difference in the world of work. Equipped with the skills, solutions and technological capabilities of a true leadership partner, you’ll put our customers at the heart of everything you do, delivering holistic workforce solutions to solve the challenges they face today, tomorrow and in the future. Your new role The global Life Sciences market, valued at €2.8 trillion, is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 10-15% over the next 5 years. This presents a significant opportunity across Hays’ global footprint, aligning with our strategic goals. The market offers high-value, contract, and annuity revenue opportunities, with substantial existing relationships to leverage. Current net fee income is approximately £50 million, with considerable potential for growth. This role is equally divided between external activities and building internal expertise. External (50%) Relationship Building: Develop and leverage ‘C’ and ‘D’ level relationships in key and focus countries. Pipeline Development : Utilize your network to create a pipeline of opportunities. Client Engagement: Support the broader business in client engagement and sales conversion. Industry Presence : Attend and speak at relevant industry events. Networking: Participate in network associations and bodies. Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain strategic partnerships. Educational Relationships: Establish relationships with relevant educational bodies. Content Creation: Create content to provide customer and candidate insights to drive engagement. Internal (50%) Strategic Planning: Design and execute the Life Sciences strategic plan. Sales Team Development: Upskill the Sales Team in Life Sciences and support market entry. Delivery Team Development: Upskill the Delivery Team in Life Sciences and support sourcing strategy. Performance Visibility: Ensure visibility of financial performance and KPIs for Life Sciences. Market Analysis: Track market indicators and support leadership in headcount allocation based on market opportunities. What you'll need to succeed We are looking for a strategic leader with the gravitas and experience to manage complex relationships globally within a matrix organisation. The ability to think ‘bigger picture’ with a curiosity and openness to new ideas that will grow a sustainable world leading Life Sciences business across the global Hays footprint. Additionally the successful candidate will possess: Experience working strategically within a recruitment agency within the US market and have worked across global markets within life sciences recruitment Proven track record in a senior leadership role, influencing and developing senior leaders Experience of having driven change and inspired others to adopt new ways Track record of using data and metrics to make insight-driven business decisions Experience setting up and scaling up global businesses within agency recruitment Subject matter expertise in Life Sciences and relevant service lines. From an individual level you will have a mature, calm and focussed demeanour. You will be an effective networker and collaborator. It is also important that you are able to handle large amounts of information in a time-sensitive environment, prioritise and deliver to deadlines. What you'll get in return This is a truly unique opportunity to work in the strategic function of the Hays global business and collaborate with multiple senior leaders from across the globe to help shape tomorrow together. This role will have direct influence on some of the strategic decisions in Hays and will enable the post-holder to develop an understanding of how strategy is developed, cultivated, and executed by the executive team. You will make your mark taking on an already successful sector of Hays and support this to grow into its potential with the security of a global business behind you. In addition, Hays global offer: Senior Leadership within our global business meaning a competitive compensation and reward package Stimulating and rewarding work at a time of significant organisational change. An inclusive culture built on rewarding success and the opportunity to influence your future career path. Flexible hybrid working patterns Broad range of employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits Community of internal support networks Paid volunteering day for all employees under our Working for Your Tomorrow Initiative What you need to do now To find out more about this opportunity, please press apply now and our Talent acquisition team will be in contact to discuss this further. Life at Hays presents the opportunity for growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges and a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity If you’re thinking of a new tomorrow for your career, let’s work together to create it!
