Lead Candidate Strengthens Customer Development Team

Lead Candidate, a specialist talent consultancy serving the pharma and bio outsourcing space, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Rooney and Dr. Richard James PhD as Customer Development Managers. These strategic hires mark an exciting phase of growth as the company continues to expand its team and deepen partnerships across the global industry.

Paul joins Lead Candidate with nearly a decade of experience delivering talent acquisition projects in the life sciences sector. With a strong commitment to customer relationships, Paul has successfully led strategic partnerships across APAC, Europe, and North America. His expertise in navigating complex talent landscapes will be instrumental in supporting Lead Candidate’s expanding global customer base.

Paul commented, “I’m thrilled to join Lead Candidate, a team known for its outstanding dedication and expertise. With extensive global experience in biopharma talent acquisition, I’m ready to work alongside these passionate professionals and tackle hiring challenges head-on to unlock the full strategic potential of our clients worldwide.”

Richard brings a unique blend of scientific expertise and industry insight to the team with a PhD in Chemistry and hands-on R&D experience within the CDMO space. His deep sector knowledge and passion for building relationships will add significant value for our customers.

Richard said, “I’m excited to join the incredibly welcoming team at Lead Candidate. Their professionalism and sector expertise is truly unmatched. I look forward to leveraging my experience across all stages of drug development to further strengthen our position as a leading talent partner in the industry.”

Andrew Mears, CEO & Co-founder at Lead Candidate, commented, “We’re delighted to welcome Paul and Richard as key additions to Lead Candidate’s long-term growth strategy. The expansion of our Customer Development team will focus on building new business relationships, cementing existing partnerships and continuing to deliver the exceptional customer service that defines our brand.”

Brandon Miller, Vice President at Lead Candidate, added, “Bringing Paul and Richard on board is a reflection of the momentum we’re seeing in our business and the trust our partners place in us. As we grow, it’s critical that we stay grounded in what sets us apart: deep sector expertise, strong relationships, and a relentless focus on our customers’ success. These appointments strengthen our ability to deliver on that promise.”

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About Lead Candidate

Lead Candidate is a talent acquisition partner, specialising in supporting businesses in the global pharma and bio outsourcing space. The company is dedicated to helping businesses in this space, CDMOs, CROs, and pharma services organisation, achieve their goals through strategic growth. For additional information, please visit www.leadcandidate.com.