Principal Search Consultant – MedTech, Pharma & Life Sciences in London

Principal Search Consultant – MedTech, Pharma & Life Sciences in London

London Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Morgan Latif | B CorpTM

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Win and grow retained search mandates in MedTech, Pharma & Life Sciences.
  • Company: B Corp certified executive search firm with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, equity options, unlimited leave, and wellness benefits.
  • Other info: High autonomy, personalised development plans, and a dynamic work environment.
  • Why this job: Join a fast-growing team and make a real impact in the industry.
  • Qualifications: 3-5 years in executive search or 5+ years as a recruiter in relevant sectors.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

Location: London or Leeds – Hybrid. UK-remote considered for exceptional candidates.

Your Mission: Win and Grow Retained Search Mandates across MedTech, Pharma & Life Sciences. While much of the industry is contracting and competitors are pulling back, we're growing and we're doing it differently.

Who We Are: B Corp certified executive search, one of the first search firms globally to earn that certification. Over 90% retained work, with a 9/10 NPS from both candidates and clients. 40% year-on-year growth with offices in London and Austin and a hub in Leeds.

The Practice You're Joining: Our MedTech practice is one of our most established and fastest growing teams, with an active client base spanning Hearing, Vision, Dental, Women's Health, Digital Health, Animal Health and Pharmaceutical value chains across EMEA and the Americas. We've built a value proposition that speaks directly to the biggest leadership challenges facing our Industry right now, and it's working. Our team is led by one of the most networked individuals in the sector, someone who operates in circles that take years to build and whose personal brand opens doors that others simply can't. When you join, you inherit that credibility and can leverage it from day one alongside the Morgan Latif name.

The culture here is built on: High autonomy and high expectation, deliver in your own way, put your own stamp on client relationships and bring genuine creative freedom to how you build your patch. No rigid scripts or micromanaged pipelines, just clear expectations and a high-performance standard. A practice lead entirely committed to your individual development with personalised career plan aligned to our long-term growth vision.

The Role: We're looking for client facing Principal Consultants to win new retained Search mandates and grow existing relationships into multi-mandate, multi-region partnerships. You will be the commercial face of the practice, a trusted advisor to C-suite and senior leadership stakeholders across our core verticals.

  • Winning New Business: Targeting C-suite and C-1 mandates from equipment manufacturers, Medical Device and Pharma firms, specialist distributors, PE-backed challengers and healthcare practice groups.
  • Growing Existing Accounts: Expanding relationships across new functions, geographies and business units to build multi-hire, long-term partnerships.
  • Leading Pitches: Designing compelling retained search proposals that speak directly to the leadership challenges your clients are navigating right now.
  • Acting as a Thought Partner: Adding value beyond each search through talent strategy, leadership benchmarking and market insight.

Once a mandate is secured, our dedicated delivery team takes over execution whilst you maintain the client relationship and identify the next opportunity.

What We're Looking For: 3–5 years in executive search with a clear focus on client facing new business and account growth, OR 5+ years as a 360 recruiter within MedTech, Pharma, Life Sciences or one of our core verticals. A proven track record of winning retained search mandates at C-suite or C-1 level. A network you're proud of, the confidence to engage senior stakeholders as a peer and experience working across EMEA or international markets. The resilience and ownership mindset to treat client growth as your own business.

Why Join? Earn Like an Owner: Competitive base salary, a clear commission structure with full OTE transparency and additional bonuses tied to company performance and NPS. Equity Pathway: For top performers, equity and share options are on the table, a genuine stake in a business that is growing fast and doing things differently. Autonomy and Support: You own your patch. We handle research, delivery and operations behind you. Individual Development Plans: Structured, personal and built around you and aligned with our Company goals and Vision, not a generic framework. Unlimited Annual Leave, Private Medical, Life Insurance, and Wellness Benefits.

Morgan Latif is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Principal Search Consultant – MedTech, Pharma & Life Sciences in London employer: Morgan Latif | B CorpTM

Morgan Latif is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment for Principal Search Consultants in the MedTech, Pharma, and Life Sciences sectors. With a strong focus on individual development, competitive compensation, and a culture that values autonomy and creativity, employees can thrive while contributing to meaningful projects. The company's B Corp certification and commitment to diversity further enhance its appeal, making it a standout choice for professionals seeking rewarding careers in London or Leeds.

Morgan Latif | B CorpTM

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Morgan Latif | B CorpTM Recruitment Team

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