Executive Search Consultant-Life Sciences/Biotech and ...

If you are interested in joining us, please send your resume along with a cover letter detailing your interest and why you believe this is a good fit for you. No one will be considered without attaching a personalized cover letter. Thank you for your interest in our firm!ABOUT: The Higgins Group is a fast-growing, highly successful, boutique executive search and consulting firm that provides exceptional service to the life science industry. For more than 26 years, we've been helping our clients thrive by going beyond just recruiting the best leaders: as a strategic partner, we provide an unparalleled level of consulting service on organizational issues that affect executive integration, retention, and performance.We have made the simple, yet profound decision to create happy clients and in return, 99% of our business has come from existing clients and word of mouth since our inception in 1998. As trusted advisors, our north star is to help our clients and executives realize their greatest potential by adding critical C-level R&D leaders to their teams and Boards. We believe deeply in the difference one person can make and are relentless in our efforts to find the fit that has maximum impact for our client and the life of the selected new hire.This focus translates into our VISION, MISSION, PURPOSE and CORE VALUES as follows:VISION: To create the greatest value for the clients we work with and the lives we touch including each other and our candidates, families, community, and world.MISSION: To uphold our standard of excellence one person, one action at a time.PURPOSE: To help transform lives and organizations one exceptional leader at a time.CORE VALUES:• No jerks allowed. Be humble, kind, transparent, and open-minded. Trust in, and earn the trust of, others, both internally and externally.• Work smart. Achieve Excellence Take pride in becoming an expert in your role (and beyond). Grow your skills and knowledge proactively. Set the bar high and sweat the details.• Be a great teammate. No drama - be positive, enthusiastic, and fun to work with. Offer help before it's asked for. Give credit and accept responsibility.• Care at an exceptional level. Find meaning in your work and take an active ownership in keeping The Higgins Group great. Strive to build clients for life.• Be positively proactive. Always be curious. Don't dwell on problems; seek solutions. Take initiative and act with every urgency. Value results over activity.If integrity, passion for excellence and personal and professional growth define your character, you will find "your people" here.THE POSITIONThe Executive Search Consultant is an integral part of our search team. They are responsible for recruiting, assessing, and presenting high-level professionals to our biotech client partners. Successful Executive Search Consultants approach potential candidates not only to evaluate their interest in and suitability for specific roles, but, more importantly, to build meaningful relationships that grow over time. We do our best work by getting to know the top biopharma professionals, and by understanding their careers and ambitions.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Develop an understanding of the drug development process from discovery to commercialization, as well as the business of biotech• Draft position descriptions, presentation materials, client profiles and other search-related documents• Attend and contribute to client update meetings and calls• Participate in regular team meetings regarding the status of each search• Keep abreast of developments and trends within the life sciences industry to provide the sharpest possible insights to clients• Document efforts and update profiles in Invenias, our CRM database• Outreach via email, text messages, social media, and phone calls to connect with target candidates• Conduct screening interviews with potential candidates• Analyze the suitability of potential candidates for specific roles• Leverage recruiting tools to identify potential candidates• Continuously seek opportunities to engage and develop relationships with high-quality biopharma leaders• Attend industry-specific networking events and conferences• Work collaboratively with other members of the search team to ensure excellence in all aspects of our workWHO YOU ARETo thrive in the search consultant role, you should have the following mix of personal and professional characteristics:• Bachelor's degree, master's degree preferred.• Passion for connecting people to top-tier career opportunities using your deep service-oriented mentality• Analytical focus and self-motivation to identify the ideal candidates for every opportunity• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to connect instantly with direct outreach to scientific and medical professionals• The ability to solve problems creatively• High emotional intelligence, intellectual curiosity, and sound judgment• Exceptional work ethic• The ability to prioritize among multiple tasks and manage time efficiently• A background in life sciences and or/recruiting is helpful but not required• Prior experience using Invenias, Salesforce or other CRM is valued but not required• Knowledge of EOS preferred but not required.• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) or similar software.BENEFITS AND PERKSFantastic culture of positive, highly team-oriented people who will help you succeed - we have a strict "no jerk" policy!• Opportunities for continuous professional growth• Compensation levels above industry standards with starting salary based on experience plus incentive compensation and bonuses• Hybrid work arrangements• Unlimited paid time off in addition to observed holidays, two community service days annually and a week-long office shutdown for the last week in December• Health, dental, and short/long-term disability insurance• 401(k) plan• Company matched charitable contribution programIf you are interested in joining us, please send your resume along with a cover letter detailing your interest and why you believe this is a good fit for you. No one will be considered without attaching a personalized cover letter. Thank you for your interest in our firm!

Created: 2025-03-03