Associate – Life Sciences Recruitment

Location: Horsham HQ (Hybrid – 3 days/week in office)
Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive + Commission
Start Date: Immediate

About Withers & Wagg

Founded in January 2025, Withers & Wagg is a fast-growing global recruitment firm specialising in the life sciences sector. We partner with leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies to place top-tier talent on both permanent and interim bases. Our clients are at the forefront of developing innovative medicines and technologies that transform patient outcomes worldwide.

With headquarters in Horsham, UK, and an international office in Dubai, we’ve built a solid foundation and are now expanding our UK team. We offer a vibrant start-up environment where autonomy, innovation, and career growth are not just encouraged—they’re expected.

We’re also embracing the future of recruitment—leveraging digital tools, automation, and AI-driven sourcing strategies to streamline processes, enhance candidate experience, and deliver faster, smarter hiring solutions for our clients.

The Role

As an Associate, you’ll be instrumental in supporting our recruitment operations and helping drive business growth. This is a varied and fast-paced role ideal for someone who thrives in a high-energy environment and is passionate about making an impact in the life sciences industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Resourcing candidates for client vacancies across pharma, biotech, and medtech

• Screening and qualifying candidates for permanent and interim roles

• Booking and managing candidate calls and interviews

• Building and nurturing talent pools for future opportunities

• Creating compelling job adverts tailored to specialist roles

• Developing marketing materials and promoting the business on LinkedIn

• Supporting lead generation and building prospect client lists

• Managing compliance, legal, and finance-related admin

• General administrative support across recruitment and business functions

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 1–2 years in business, sales, or customer service within a fast-paced environment

• Education: Minimum 3 A-levels

• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Strong written and verbal communication, Confident phone-based skills, agile, dynamic, and driven personality

• Other Requirements: Full UK driving license, ability to commute to our Horsham HQ 3 times per week

What You’ll Get From Us

• A fast-paced, innovative start-up culture with global reach

• Exposure to cutting-edge digital and AI recruitment tools

• Clear career advancement pathways and one-on-one training

• Commission and performance-based incentives

• Travel opportunities to our Dubai office

• Shared office space with free parking

• Annual incentives based on contribution and impact

• The chance to work with clients developing life-changing therapies and technologies

Please send your CV and covering letter to info@withers-wagg.com

We look forward to considering your application!