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How we work

Three ways to engage Mercury.

Every organisation and every requirement is different. We offer three distinct engagement models - choose based on the nature of the role, the urgency, and the level of exclusivity you need.

01
Contingent Search
No placement, no fee

The most flexible engagement. We work alongside your other hiring activity on a success-only basis. Best suited to mid-level or broadly available roles where speed and volume of candidates are the priority. We are only paid when we successfully place a candidate.

02
Retained Search
Exclusive. Thorough. Accountable.

For critical or confidential appointments. We work exclusively on your behalf with a defined search timeline, structured progress reporting, and a replacement guarantee. Full market coverage, not just active candidates. Best for director-level, niche or sensitive roles.

03
Executive Search
Senior & C-Suite appointments

A fully managed, research-led process for your most senior hires. From CSO to VP-level across all Life Sciences functions. We map the available talent landscape comprehensively, manage all candidate engagement, and present a structured shortlist with full candidate profiles.

Not sure which model fits?

Most clients start with a conversation. Tell us about the role and we'll suggest the most appropriate approach, no commitment required.

What drives us

The principles that shape every placement.

Our values aren't words on a wall. They're the standards by which every member of the team is held - and the reason our clients and candidates return to us time and again.

01
Sector depth

We only recruit in life sciences. That focus means we understand the regulatory environment, the technical requirements, and the career trajectories that matter in your world - not ours.

02
Absolute discretion

Whether you're a candidate exploring options confidentially or a client with a sensitive senior appointment, discretion is non-negotiable. Every conversation is treated with complete confidentiality.

03
Long-term partnership

We don't measure success by placements made. We measure it by the quality of outcomes years later - promotions secured, teams retained, careers advanced. That's what a true partner delivers.

Ready to start?

Tell us what you need.

A brief conversation is all it takes. We'll respond the same day and outline how we'd approach your requirement.

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