Introduction

In the highly specialised pharmaceutical industry, building strategic HR teams is essential for driving organisational success. This case study showcases how Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment successfully built HR business partnering and reward teams for a mid-sized pharmaceutical company operating across the UK, France, Germany, Spain, and Italy.

These roles were critical to transitioning towards a strategic HR model with a strong presence on leadership teams, ensuring collaboration and agility in driving cultural change.

The Challenge

Our client faced significant challenges in filling these positions:

• Strategic Shift: Moving to an HR business partnering model with a seat on the leadership team in each country
• Confidentiality: Many positions were replacements following acquisitions, requiring discretion
• Specialisation: Pharmaceuticals experience was essential for candidates to succeed in the highly regulated industry

These factors necessitated a highly tailored and confidential recruitment strategy.

Our Approach

To overcome these challenges, we implemented a strategic and confidential recruitment process:

Stakeholder Engagement:
Conducted detailed meetings with stakeholders to align on expectations, cultural fit, and specific requirements for each role.

Targeted Search:
Built a strong talent pool in each country using our database, network, and social media channels.

Pre-Screening and Competency Interviews:
Assessed interest and suitability before presenting candidates to the client, ensuring a streamlined process.

Confidentiality:
Ensured confidentiality by having all candidates sign NDAs before advancing to in-depth interviews.

Regular Updates:
Maintained ongoing feedback loops with the client, ensuring transparency and agility throughout the process.

The Outcome

Our tailored recruitment process delivered exceptional results:

• Timeframe: All positions filled within 2 months
• Candidate Profiles: Secured candidates with 12+ years of pharmaceutical experience and a blend of corporate and SME backgrounds
• Team Impact: Built a cohesive and collaborative HR team that is successfully driving cultural development and business growth

Conclusion

This case study highlights the importance of a strategic and confidential approach to recruitment in the pharmaceutical sector. At Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment, we specialise in sourcing top-tier talent for highly specialised and strategic roles, ensuring our clients achieve their organisational goals.

If your organisation faces similar recruitment challenges, we’re here to help. Contact us today to discuss your needs.

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