Leadership Talent Solutions
We specialise in identifying and placing exceptional leaders who drive transformation and long-term success.
Through a rigorous search and selection process, we evaluate candidates not only for their experience and qualifications but also for their leadership style, strategic vision, and cultural alignment.
Our team provides tailored insights, comprehensive candidate profiles, and dedicated support at every stage—ensuring our clients make informed decisions with confidence.
We’re not just filling roles—we’re building leadership teams that lead with impact.
Expertise
Unlocking unparalleled executive leadership through expert senior leadership search precision.
Specialist
Elevating your success with specialised executive search solutions tailored to industry needs.
Insight
Empowering companies with tailored executive search solutions driven by deep industry insight.
Result
Delivering transformative results through meticulously tailored executive search solutions for industry leaders.
FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS
At Force Executive, we’re dedicated to identifying and introducing outstanding leaders whose skills, experience, and leadership capabilities align seamlessly with our clients' goals.
Leveraging our deep network within the pharmaceutical and medtech sectors, combined with a rigorous search process, we connect organisations with executive talent that drives performance and growth. At Force Executive, we offer a range of tailored talent solutions designed to meet the unique leadership needs of organisations within the pharmaceutical and medtech sectors. Our core services include:
| Executive & Leadership Search | Interim Executive Appointments | Leadership Personality & Behavioural Assessment |
| Identifying and placing senior leaders with the strategic vision and capabilities to drive transformation and growth. | Rapidly delivering experienced interim leaders to support organisations through periods of change, transition, or growth. | We incorporate personality and behavioural assessments to better understand each candidate’s leadership style and cultural fit. |
OUR APPROACH
We follow a precise, research-driven approach to executive search, combining industry insight with deep market knowledge to identify leaders who meet both the technical and cultural demands of the role.
Every search begins with a thorough understanding of your business goals, company culture, and leadership needs. This enables us to tailor our process and present candidates who not only meet the role’s requirements but also align with your strategic vision and long-term success.
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Unparalleled Expertise
| | Tailored ApproachWe believe that every organisation is unique, and so are its talent needs. We take the time to understand your company's culture, values, and strategic goals, allowing us to tailor our search process to find executives who align perfectly with your organisation's vision. | | Extensive Candidate NetworkOur broad network spans industries and regions, giving us access to a diverse range of skilled professionals—including passive candidates—not actively seeking new roles. This enables us to deliver the best-fit executives for your needs. |
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Rigorous Screening Process | | Confidentiality and Discretion | | Proven Capability |
We employ a rigorous screening process to evaluate candidates' qualifications, experience, and cultural fit. Our comprehensive assessments include in-depth interviews, reference checks, and thorough background screenings. This ensures that only the most qualified and suitable candidates are presented to you. | | Confidentiality is paramount in executive search, and we recognise its critical importance in every aspect of our work. Our highly experienced team adheres to the highest standards of professionalism and discretion, ensuring that your search remains confidential throughout the process. | | Our proven capability stems from a deep understanding of the industries we serve, including the pharmaceutical sector. We leverage this industry knowledge to identify and attract top-tier talent that aligns seamlessly with our clients' strategic objectives and organisational culture. |
LATEST VACANCIES
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Senior Manager - PMO
Senior Manger - Project Management - Dublin 15
REAL PEOPLE, REAL RESULTS
Read testimonials from our happy clients and partners.
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Partnering with Force Executive was a strategic decision that completely transformed our search for a Marketing Director in our company. Their unwavering commitment to understanding our unique needs and the intricacies of the pharmaceutical industry ensured that they delivered exceptional candidates who not only possessed the requisite skills but also demonstrated a solid understanding of our global vision and market dynamics.
Marketing Director Global Pharmaceutical Company -
I've have had the pleasure of working with the Force Executive Search team on several occasions, and I can say with confidence that they are the best in the business. As a hiring manager, I often struggle to find top-tier candidates who have the necessary skills, experience, and cultural fit for our organization. However, the Force team took the time to truly understand our company's needs and goals and provided us with a pool of highly qualified candidates. Thanks to their expertise and guidance, we were able to fill multiple executive-level positions with exceptional candidates who have made a significant impact on our organization.
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I strongly recommend Kanishka as an exceptional Recruitment Consultant who has consistently provided amazing support throughout the entire process. Her dedication and admirable work ethic are truly impressive.Working with Kanishka has been a delightful experience, and her warm and compassionate personal approach made a significant impact on securing my job position. I cannot express my gratitude enough to Kanishka for her invaluable help and support
Personal approach made a significant impact on securing my job position Process Owner -
Amazing experience with Mairead Duignan from Force Recruitment 😃From the very beginning she helped me with the interviews I had and supported me with my questions and doubts.I am from Spain and I was afraid about my English language but she cheered me up and I did a perfect interview.Mairead is amazing and just I can say thanks for everything you are a star ❤️
Supported me with my questions and doubts Territory Manager -
Force Recruitment is a tremendous place to work with. The way Kanishka professionally make the recruitment process easy, quick, & really efficient, it’s appreciated. Any candidate who is looking for change in pharmaceutical industry, reach out to Kanishka, and she will help you find a suitable role.
Force is a tremendous place to work with CSV Engineer -
I would like to thank you personally and Force Recruitment for assisting in driving our commercial terms with pharmacies. We found you & the Sales team to be very open, flexible and professional in delivering and meeting our requirements.
Very open, flexible and professional Commercial Manager
Extensive track record in recruiting high-performing pharmaceutical and life-science executives
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~ R&D Leaders
~ Quality & Regulatory Leaders
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CASE STUDIES
We have first hand experience placing Executive level candidates in the top global pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and life science companies.
 FINANCIAL CONTROLLER | |  GENERAL MANAGER | |  GENERAL MANAGER |
A leading pharmaceutical distribution company aiming to fortify its financial leadership team for strategic growth in a highly competitive industry. | | A well-established pharmaceutical distribution company specialising in pharmacy and over-the-counter (OTC) products sought to appoint a General Manager to lead and oversee the strategic growth of their distribution business. | | A well-established UK company specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of high-quality healthcare products for clinical diagnostic specialists sought to appoint a General Manager to lead and drive growth. |
| |  COUNTRY BRAND LEAD | |  SALES MARKETING DIRECTOR | |
| | A leading pharmaceutical company specialising in oncology treatments sought to appoint a Country Brand Lead with a profound understanding of the oncology market, exceptional strategic acumen, and a track record of successful brand management. | | A major pharmaceutical company specializing in generics aimed to strengthen its leadership team by appointing a Sales and Marketing Director with expertise in the generics market, a proven track record in sales strategies, and a comprehensive understanding of marketing in the pharmaceutical sector. | |
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