PPD Executive Search was founded to service the recruitment of C-suite, executive and management level talent in the pharmaceutical, medical device, med tech and healthcare industries in Australia & New Zealand with a growing reach into APAC and beyond. The level and quality of work we do on behalf of our clients in the PPD Executive Search process includes a scientifically evaluated analysis that provides multiple layers of scientific and objective assessment that enables hiring managers to make more informed hiring decisions through multiple data points. We use technology that goes beyond knowledge, skills, and experience to assess behaviours that are difficult to interview for, that ultimately determine whether someone fits in an organisation or not and therefore whether they will stay in the job and with the company long-term. PPD Executive consultants have a robust network in the life science industry to easily identify potential candidates.


We have established relationships that make it easy to attract, engage and connect with healthcare leaders. PPD Executive Search works with pharmaceutical, healthcare and medical technology organisations to identify, engage, place and retain executives and managers for key leadership positions. These positions typically include C-suite level roles along with managing directors, general managers, country managers, business unit managers and senior leadership roles. PPD Executive Search also places heads of departments across all job families, and other managerial roles. The department heads sit typically in sales, product & digital marketing, medical affairs, regulatory affairs, QA, market access, commercial operations, HR, finance, IT, legal, service operations, supply chain, digital health, R&D, data analytics, data science and cyber security.


With our executive search model, we use a specialised technology platform and strategic approach to identifying and securing top-level talent for critical leadership positions. These services streamline the recruitment process to minimise commercial downtime, improve retention rates, and reduce overall cost to hire and enhance the quality of candidates, who will contribute to the long-term success of the organisation.

A Vision of Specialised Excellence

Founded with a deep-rooted understanding of the nuances that define the pharmaceutical, medical device, medical technology, and healthcare arenas, PPD Executive thrives on its unwavering commitment to specialised excellence. We comprehend that leadership within these domains requires a profound balance of scientific, technical, and business acumen.


Guided by this insight, our organisation is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between visionary organisations and candidates whose expertise aligns seamlessly with the evolving needs of the industry.

Precision in Talent Acquisition

What sets PPD Executive Search apart is our precision-driven approach to talent acquisition. We eschew the one-size-fits-all methodology and instead focus our energies solely on the life sciences and healthcare sectors. This specialised concentration empowers us to stay abreast of industry dynamics, regulatory shifts, and technological breakthroughs that dictate leadership requirements.


Our partnership with clients begins with an in-depth exploration of their objectives, culture, and specific role prerequisites. This enables us to curate a selection of candidates who not only possess the requisite technical competencies but also resonate with the company's ethos.

Navigating Complexity with Expertise

The life sciences and healthcare landscapes are characterised by intricate regulatory frameworks, rapid advancements, and the ever-present need for patient-centric innovation. PPD Executive Search understands that the triumph of these industries hinges on visionary leadership.


Whether it's identifying trailblazing researchers, regulatory experts ensuring compliance, or astute business leaders driving strategic growth, our agency is committed to identifying individuals who can steer organisations through this complex terrain.

Empowering Transformational Careers

For professionals aiming to shape the future of the pharmaceutical, medical device, med tech and healthcare industries, PPD Executive Search serves as a gateway to transformative career trajectories.


Our exhaustive industry knowledge, expansive network, and personalised methodology empower us to match candidates with roles that align not only with their technical aspirations but also with their long-term visions for personal and professional growth.

Innovating the Path

Forward

At the core of PPD Executive Search lies innovation.

We harness cutting-edge technologies, data-driven insights, and modern recruitment techniques to streamline the executive search process.


In a realm where discovery and transformation are constant, our approach mirrors the dynamism of the sectors we serve.

Our PPD Executive Search technology platform, which is a scientifically evaluated, 3-dimensional process, used to recruit all C-suite positions, senior leadership, and management appointments, includes;

A 21st century methodology which comprises a Recruitment Process Audit and analysis using our Bad Hire Calculator.

We support you to design a candidate briefing pack which goes beyond a job description.

A short video (approx. 2-3 minutes) on each shortlisted candidate talking about themselves and what they can bring to the position.

A scientifically evaluated assessment which allows us to work with companies on the most critical competencies needed for the position. We provide a role profile through a job survey, which candidates are measured against before representation to our client.

A psychometric evaluation to determine factors relating to their behaviours both at work ‘situational’ and in their day to day life, their ‘real’ approach. The assessment can be undertaken by a current, high-performing team member(s), where appropriate, to provide a benchmark against candidate results, comparing current and potential future hires.

This platform gives online access to hiring manager(s), to review candidate information and assessment outcomes.

This approach ensures minimal commercial downtime, improves retention and overall cost to hire.

This process engages candidates in a methodical, structured, professional way which greatly improves the candidate experience. It highlights your commitment to getting hiring right, enhancing your brand and reputation with senior level industry talent.

PPD Executive Team

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