Senior Life Science Recruitment Consultant

Optimus Life Sciences
London
2 months ago
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Optimus Searchis looking for an incredibly ambitiousSenior/Principal Life Sciences Recruiterto join our growing, high-performing team.


This role sits within our highly successful Life Sciences division, where we work with some of the most exciting companies across Europe. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with key decision-makers—CEOs, Directors, and industry leaders—at the forefront of the Life Sciences sector.


Who Are You?


  • Anexperienced recruiterwith in-depth knowledge of theLife Sciencesmarket (Automation Engineering & CAPEX, Manufacturing, Bioprocess & Supply, Quality, Regulatory & Scientific, Biometrics)
  • You have a stronginternal drive and hustle– in the environment we’ve built at Optimus, you will excel.
  • You have a provenbusiness development process, with a track record of winning your own clients and building lasting relationships.
  • You’re passionate aboutLife Sciencesand committed to staying involved in the community and industry.
  • You pride yourself on beingexcellentat what you do—we’ll definitely want to hear about your successes!


Optimus Perks:


💰 Competitive base salary with uncapped commission and no threshold.

🎉 Quarterly company-wide socials and regular team events.

🥩 Monthly incentive lunch clubs to celebrate hard work!

🌴 Four exciting annual holiday incentives, rewarding our top performers with fully-funded trips to captivating destinations such as Ibiza, Vegas, and Dubai!

💭Exceptional training delivered by our accomplished Learning and development director, providing practical insights and minimizing classroom sessions.

🍾Dress-down Fridays, early finishes, and a well-stocked bar, fostering an enjoyable atmosphere for unwinding with the team.

📈A clear career progression path, with opportunities to become a team leader and grow your own division.


A Bit About Us:


AtOptimus Search, we are specialists in Life Sciences recruitment, with a strong focus onAutomation,Engineering & CAPEX,Biotech,Regulatory, andBiometrics. With a reputation for excellence, we’ve grown rapidly across Europe and continue to be a trusted partner for top Life Sciences businesses.


We believe in careerprogressionand that the sky is the limit here at Optimus. We have a clear path for growth and development for those who want to make a real impact in the recruitment industry and in Life Sciences.


We’ve built a company culture that is as rewarding as it is fun—where success is celebrated, and hard work is recognized. At Optimus, we’re proud of being apeople-firstcompany that’s dedicated to both professional excellence and personal well-being.

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