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At Lift Up, we often celebrate the inspirational women who work in the Life Sciences. Recently we were able to […]
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An essential stage of our Talent Ecosystem is Attract. With a limited talent pool, candidates can be more selective with […]
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Some of our team recently made their way to CPHI in Frankfurt this year. Needless to say, they learned all […]
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Talent Acquisition has changed more in the last 2 years than in the previous 20 — it’s remarkable. As CCO […]
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By Harry Simpson When COVID-19 became a thing more than two years ago, I posted about the impact that I […]
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By Sam Boyd, Associate Consultant Who knew a worldwide pandemic would make such a difference to a working week? COVID-19 […]
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By Chloe Carter Personal branding. Many of us have heard of it, but what actually is it? It is a […]
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By James Geens Like many other industries, the life sciences have a key role to play in reducing global emissions. […]
By Thomas Dove “I’ve got Moderna.” I said to a friend. “Oh, that one’s good, isn’t it? I’ve got AstraZeneca.” […]
By Alice Wearn The European medicinal cannabis market is growing exponentially and is expected to reach €3.2 billion by 2025. […]
By Peter Vedde Quite often, Quality is the last thing on a life science company’s agenda. For reasons touched on […]
By Richard Dane The COVID-19 pandemic has taken the world by storm, but none more so than in the world […]
By Liam Wallis 2020 was an unprecedented year for Supply Chains. A spotlight was shone in its direction like never […]
By Alice Wearn The life science industry is under pressure like never before to diversify their workforce, particularly for senior […]
By Jason Cachia While I’m not a technical expert within Quality, I speak to executives every day who are. Common […]
By Brett Lofthouse With the coronavirus pandemic exposing cracks in the global pharmaceutical industry’s weak supply chain, large drug companies […]
The purpose of onboarding is to acclimatise new employees and get them to grips with the organisation swiftly. It involves […]
By Harry Simpson The coronavirus pandemic has exposed something in the pharmaceutical industry that has been evident for a long […]
The coronavirus pandemic has allowed many life science executives to reflect on their careers and ask themselves the serious questions: […]
“People don’t quit their jobs, they quit their bosses.” – Unknown It’s every manager’s worst nightmare; one by one, your […]
In a candidate-driven market, it’s crucial to get your job search just right. As a senior manager or executive working […]
Interviews are a two-way street. If you want to win over top-talent, then as the hiring manager, you need to […]
Moving abroad or across state lines for work can incur significant costs. No matter how prosperous the career opportunity, it […]
Workplace diversity and inclusion has gained considerable traction in recent years as its benefits have become abundantly clear. From increased […]
If you hope to get to the C-suite one day then thought leadership is your secret weapon. A thought leader […]
Successfully interviewing candidates is a skill that takes practice and preparation. The purpose of an interview is to weed out […]
There’s no doubt about it; moving abroad for work can do wonders to your career. Research has found that gaining […]
The interview has gone smoothly, and as the hiring manager, you’ve asked the right questions to assess the candidates’ abilities […]
Relocating for work, whether for promotion or in pursuit of a new opportunity, is commonplace in the life sciences. The […]
As the hiring manager, knowing what questions to ask candidates in interviews can be extremely challenging. Since it’s your responsibility […]
For many life science organisations, the best talent isn’t always on their doorstep. For leadership-level roles, organisations tend to look […]
Imagine this: you’re conducting an interview and a candidate walks in completely unprepared. This wouldn’t leave a good first impression. […]
“Should I continue searching for a job during the coronavirus pandemic?” With unemployment levels at an all-time high and organisations […]
Onboarding new hires is critical, especially for senior management and executive roles. The goal of onboarding is to help your […]
As cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to soar, many life science organisations are wondering how their hiring process will be […]
With the advantages of workplace diversity (nineteen per cent higher revenue and better decisions made eighty-seven per cent of the […]
In an increasingly challenging job market, many executives are unsure about how to secure their next tenure. Sure, the age-old […]
“If you exclude 50% of the talent pool, it’s no wonder you find yourself in a war for talent” – […]
An executive CV is undoubtedly the most important asset in your job search toolbox (CV, LinkedIn profile and pain letter). […]
Josh Bersin, world-known HR analyst proclaimed, “Diversity and inclusion is a top-to-bottom business strategy – not just an HR program“. […]
Amancio Ortega, Founder of Zara once proclaimed that “We cannot limit ourselves to continuing on the path we have already […]
Take Our Search Health Check to Find Out Where You Could Make Small Changes That Make a Big Difference. Take […]
For life science executives, job searches can be a lengthy and gruelling process. Being at the top means the stakes […]
In recent years, the business case for diversity in the workplace has been gaining traction. Life science organisations that incorporate […]
For life science executives, networking is one of the most important ways to advance your career. In an increasingly connected […]
Workplace diversity, or lack thereof, is a hot topic across boardrooms and Human Resources departments the world over, and the […]
How times have changed. Just a few years back, well-honed job search touchpoints (CV, LinkedIn Profile, pain letter) were enough […]
Many organisations are beginning to recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce; it allows employees from different backgrounds and […]
Searching for a new executive role? Then it’s time to craft an A-grade executive elevator pitch that summarises who you […]
Is your company considered a great place to work? Does it draw top talent like your corporate brand attracts patients […]
You’ve found the perfect executive role and you tick all the boxes. However, you’re unsure about whether your CV and […]
A powerful employer brand can be your ace card in your search for top talent. With a robust employer brand, […]
To ensure executive job search success, there are many essential elements you must consider and questions to answer: Why am […]
The life sciences market is candidate-driven. In many ways, this is a cause for celebration. Candidates have the confidence to […]
Finding your next executive tenure can feel challenging at the best of times. You’ve heard it’s a ‘candidates market’, but […]
A robust employer brand can give your life science organisation a competitive edge in the war for talent. Honed through […]
There are many reasons why you might find yourself looking for your next executive tenure: Your role is changing, for […]
An enduring employer brand is essential in the competitive and talent-driven job market that is the life sciences, especially when […]
After weeks of networking, job hunting and interviews, you’ve scored the life science job that you’ve been dreaming of. Congratulations […]
80% of Talent Acquisition managers believe that employer branding has a significant impact on the ability to hire great talent. […]
Victory! Having survived the interview process and fought off the competition, your are rewarded with a job offer. All your […]
According to PWC’s 22nd CEO survey, a deficit in the supply of skilled workers is a top concern among life […]
Understanding your value is mission critical to securing a challenging yet rewarding leadership role in the life sciences, yet few […]
The life science industry is amidst a period of radical transformation. For an industry renowned for being at the cutting-edge […]
So, you’ve made it through the first round of interviews and have been invited back to present to the hiring […]
So you’ve found the ideal candidate; a candidate who was not only promising on paper, but delivered during interview and […]
Discussing compensation during interview can be tricky and treacherous, especially for executives. When is the appropriate time to discuss compensation […]
One of the best ways to ensure success in the life sciences is to cultivate a strong executive management team. […]
The interview might be over, but don’t get too complacent; you still have an opportunity to influence its outcome and […]
Effectively onboarding your executive hires is critical to both their performance and the long-term success of your organisation. The best […]
Congratulations! You’ve won over the hiring manager and received a job offer. All your hard work and preparation to land […]
An engaging, accurate and transparent performance job description can make the difference between hiring success and failure. Yet, this crucial […]
You know the drill. You’ve made it through to the final interview for an executive-level position in the life sciences […]
Hiring decision are difficult at the best of times, yet alone when deciding between two exceptional life science candidates. While […]
Career change goes hand-in-hand with progression, especially in a sector as diverse as the life sciences. Your interests and goals […]
“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way” – John C Maxwell. Anyone […]
We’re all familiar with interviews. For many candidates, executives included, they are the necessary evil that stands between them and […]
It can be tricky to tell the difference between a good candidate and a great one from a CV alone. […]
Have you ever felt like a fraud? That you don’t deserve your job, your career success and that your colleagues […]
A consistent, streamlined process is key to an effective hiring programme. And for senior management and executive hires, it’s mission critical. […]
Also known as structured interviews, competency-based interviews are the go-to formal interview technique used in the life sciences to access […]
Being smart will get you far in the life sciences, and the hiring process is no exception. SMART goals allow […]
Robert Thesiger’s career in recruitment and executive search spans over two decades, the majority of which were spent in CEO […]
If you’re seeking a senior manager or executive-level position in the life sciences, you’re likely accustomed to the job search […]
It’s not always the candidates who make mistakes during the interview process. Hiring managers routinely do too. And that’s not […]
Asking the right interview questions can let the hiring manager know that you’re paying attention throughout the interview and you […]
One of the most important soft skills life science leaders can master is strategic thinking – an ongoing, evolving process […]
Finding, hiring, and onboarding the right talent can be exhausting, especially if you’re not monitoring the process. Hiring metrics are […]
Life sciences companies don’t typically advertise open C-Suite positions. This can make things challenging if you’re after a new role […]
December is a natural time to reflect on your career accomplishments over the past twelve months and establish leadership development […]
People leave their jobs for all sorts of reasons. Once you hand in that resignation letter, it’s common to receive […]
The Life Science industry is renowned for its workplace health and employee well-being initiatives. These programs address important elements such […]
Achieving a healthy work-life balance can be challenging for many senior managers and executives in the Life Science industry. Promotions […]
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