Client background
This commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company is focused on developing, manufacturing, and commercializing innovative therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye. They have one approved product and multiple programs in clinical trials.
Challenge
Our client was seeking a Regulatory Affairs Executive Director or Senior Director to develop and implement global regulatory strategies for their portfolio of clinical programs, and work on their upcoming NDA. They needed somebody with drug development experience in the US, EU and UK and strong regulatory experience with ophthalmic drug programs. They also wanted somebody on the East Coast who could come to their Boston office regularly.
Approach
Dennis Partners kicked off a Contingent Search in March. We recruited and vetted candidates on the East Coast who fit the client’s qualifications. We focused on candidates currently at ophthalmic drug companies or those with prior ophthalmic drug experience. We submitted eight candidates who met their criteria, including one who worked for a direct competitor. Our client had initial video interviews with all eight and advanced two finalists to the last round of interviews.
Result
After identifying their top choice, we coordinated reference checks, advised on offer negotiation, and helped finalize the hire. The selected candidate—who met every key requirement—accepted the offer and has since started in their new role.