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Who We Are
We Make life-changing placements.

We are Biotech, Healthcare, and Life Sciences
Executive Search Experts. Committed to
excellence,we guarantee your organization
thrives with innovative leadership solutions.

Our statistics speak for themselves:
Of Placements Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Retention Rate Of 5 Or More Years
Project Success Record
our core Industries
Delivering Impactful Leaders Across a Diverse Spectrum
Biotech / Biopharma
Cell Therapy / Genomics
Diagnostics
Emerging Tech
Healthcare
Immunology
Life Sciences
Medical Devices
Oncology
Pharmaceuticals
The Bench Difference
We make life-changing placements so our clients can change lives!®
EXECUTIVE SEARCH
We connect you with top talent. Our deep industry network and proven track record ensure you find the right fit for your leadership needs.
BOARD SERVICES
Building impactful boards that drive results. We create diverse, high-performing boards proven to increase company performance.
TALENT MAPPING
Identify the optimal talent pool to achieve your goals. Our customized Talent Maps pinpoint the ideal candidates to propel your strategic initiatives.
GAP ANALYSIS
Future-proof your organization. We identify and address your current challenges while creating a strategic roadmap for success.
Interim Talent
Access a network of highly skilled professionals to fill critical leadership roles and spearhead strategic initiatives, while maintaining the agility to adapt to your evolving requirements.
Our Services
Lead the future with the most experienced woman-owned search firm.
Executive Search

Bench is the longest-serving, most comprehensive, robust, and global Biotech and Life Sciences executive search firm.

Talent Mapping

Identify and bridge the gap to uncover your team’s strengths and hidden potential through talent mapping and targeted gap analysis.

Board Services

From board composition and committee structure to director development and performance, we offer a comprehensive suite of services to optimize your board’s effectiveness.

Interim Talent

Access a network of highly skilled professionals to fill critical leadership roles and spearhead strategic initiatives, while maintaining the agility to adapt to your evolving requirements.

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Bank of Women® 1500+ READY-NOW WOMEN LEADERS for Management, C-Suite, and Board Positions

Check Our Recent News
Bench executive search delivers transformational executive
talent to Biotech and Life Sciences companies of all sizes.
Trust Bench’s proven track record.
Bringing 50 years of global executive search expertise
to drive your success.
Clive Meanwell, Chairman and Managing Partner, Population Health Partners

“Celebrating Bench International’s 50 years of excellence, I am reminded of their key role in helping us to shape the leadership and management for the companies and teams we’ve built over 4 decades. Bench’s commitment to shape, and identify our needs — linked to their uncanny ability to attract and present excellent leaders, managers and technical experts — have been among the key drivers for our success. We are proud to congratulate DeeDee and the Bench team as they celebrate this remarkable milestone.”

Ashley Finney, Senior Vice President of Recruitment

Ashley Finney, Senior Vice President of recruitment, reflecting on her role in placing Mammogen’s CEO, shares: “The search was incredibly personal to me, given my family history with breast cancer. I’m proud that Bench placed a female CEO who continues to champion women’s health initiatives.”

Christopher Giffin, President & Chief Operating Officer, Bench International

“Reflecting on my journey at Bench International, one of my most cherished memories is seeing the direct impact of our placements—whether by strategically guiding a company through critical leadership transitions or adding incredible value at pivotal times. I’m particularly proud of the work we did to support a major client’s evolution from founder-led leadership to a re-focused, innovative CEO and Board structure. This level of dedication, along with our resilience through industry challenges—from the financial crisis to the pandemic—demonstrates why Bench has been a trusted partner for 50 years. I look forward to seeing our influence continue to shape life sciences for decades to come.”

Our Core Minds
Bench is the untraditional Retained Executive Search
firm solely focusing its commitment completely
on the Client and the patients they serve.
AL-10-2023
Astar Lambert
VP, Strategic Business Operations