CDMO, CMO & Service Providers

Overview

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Specialist Talent for Life Sciences Development, Manufacturing & Research

Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations (CDMOs), Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMOs) and specialist service providers play a vital role in helping Life Sciences businesses develop, manufacture and deliver innovative products and treatments.

At Hyper Recruitment Solutions (HRS), we connect these organisations with specialist talent, while helping professionals discover career opportunities across pharmaceutical development, biopharmaceutical manufacturing, clinical research and related services.

From process development, technology transfer and GMP manufacturing to quality assurance, regulatory affairs, engineering, clinical operations and commercial functions, our consultants understand the specialist skills required across this diverse sector.

Whether you're scaling manufacturing capacity, expanding your service offering, building a clinical research team or looking for your next career opportunity, we're here to help you find the right people and opportunities.

We support permanent, contract and senior-level recruitment, tailoring our approach to the technical requirements and commercial priorities of the organisations we work with.

Sector and Field Skills

CDMO, CMO & Service Providers Specialisms We Recruit For.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Central to CMOs, covering production, packaging, material sourcing, and logistics for pharmaceuticals, biologics, or medical devices. Focuses on efficiency, scalability, and meeting client demands.

Quality Assurance

Ensures compliance with GMP, quality systems, and regulatory standards. Includes batch release, quality audits, and maintaining product integrity.

Engineering

Includes process engineering, equipment design, and automation to optimize production efficiency. Covers facility design and maintenance for scalable manufacturing.

Regulatory Affairs

Focused on regulatory submissions, facility certifications, and ensuring compliance with global regulatory bodies (e.g., FDA, EMA).

Scientific

Supports formulation development, process validation, and troubleshooting for complex products like biologics, advanced therapies, or small molecules.

Project Management

Coordinates client projects, manages timelines, and ensures deliverables meet quality and regulatory standards while staying within budget.

IT/Data/Digital

Encompasses digital transformation, MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), ERP systems, and data-driven manufacturing optimization using AI/ML.

Commercial

Includes client relationship management, contract negotiation, and business development to secure manufacturing partnerships and drive growth.

Medical Affairs

Supports communication of technical product information, ensuring alignment between manufacturing and client healthcare objectives.

Leadership

Involves late-stage clinical manufacturing, tech transfer for clinical supplies, and supporting clients with investigational products.

CDMO, CMO & Service Providers Roles We Recruit For

With extensive knowledge of the CDMO, CMO & Service Providers market, we partner with organisations across specialist disciplines to identify the talent needed to support innovation, scientific progress and commercial growth.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

  • Manufacturing Manager
  • Materials Planner
  • Supply Chain Manager

Quality Assurance

  • Change Control Manager
  • QA Manager – Manufacturing
  • Quality Control Specialist
  • Risk Management Specialist
  • Validation Specialist

Engineering

  • Automation Engineer
  • Equipment Maintenance Engineer
  • Facilities Engineer
  • IoT Engineer – Smart Manufacturing
  • Process Engineer – Manufacturing

Regulatory Affairs

  • Global Regulatory Strategist
  • Regulatory Affairs Specialist – Manufacturing
  • Regulatory Compliance Manager
  • Regulatory Submissions Specialist

Scientific

  • Analytical Scientist
  • Bioprocess Scientist
  • Formulation Scientist
  • R&D Scientist – Process Development
  • Scientific Liaison – Manufacturing

Project Management

  • Program Manager – Manufacturing
  • Project Manager – Tech Transfer
  • Strategic Project Manager

IT/Data/Digital

  • Cybersecurity Specialist – Manufacturing
  • Data Analyst – Manufacturing
  • MES (Manufacturing Execution System) Specialist

Commercial

  • Business Development Manager
  • Contracts and Proposals Manager
  • Key Account Manager
  • Product Marketing Manager

Medical Affairs

  • Medical Affairs Specialist
  • Medical Education Coordinator

Leadership

  • Chief Operating Officer (COO)
  • Chief Scientific Officer (CSO)
  • Clinical Product Specialist – CMO
  • Director of Quality Assurance
  • VP of Manufacturing

Other Roles

  • Packaging Technologist

What Our Clients and Candidates Say

We're proud to support organisations across pharmaceutical development, contract manufacturing and specialist Life Sciences services, helping them find the expertise they need while supporting professionals at different stages of their careers.

Hear from clients and candidates who have worked with HRS and discover what they value about our approach.

Success Stories

Our CDMO, CMO & Service Providers Success Stories

Charles River Laboratories

Charles River Laboratories
Case Study
7
person shortlist presented, 4 people interviewed, 2 at final stage and 1 appointment
10 week
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4 month
from proposal sign off, passing security checks and candidate start

Following an internal promotion, Charles River Laboratories was looking to appoint a new General Manager for its Research Model Services (RMS) business at its Margate facility in Kent.

The facility specialises in providing a comprehensive range of research models and services, enabling clients to research, discover and develop new therapies. As a commercial breeding facility, it operates to rigorous genetic standards, with a strong focus on animal welfare and biosecurity to meet the specific requirements of its clients' research.

The Challenges

  • Location: Hiring for a remote location in an area of the UK, which is less known for core CRO business.
  • Site Focus: Limited talent pool due to the specialist nature of animal husbandry and candidates' personal views on animal research.
  • Finances: Salary expectations varied significantly depending on candidates' industry backgrounds, particularly across Pharma, CDMO and CRO organisations.

Our Solution

  • Conducted a retained search to identify candidates with Life Sciences, CRO or CDMO experience, capable of navigating complex global operations and international service delivery.
  • Established a robust Confidentiality Disclosure Agreement (CDA) and a milestone-based roadmap to ensure clear deadlines and a focused search process.
  • Worked closely with the HR Director and senior leadership to understand the required leadership style, strategic experience and ability to drive site-wide development.
  • Conducted targeted market mapping and candidate outreach, leveraging the HRS network to deliver a personalised recruitment service both in person and online.
Eberhard RankEV VP of RMS

Working with Ricky Martin and Hyper Recruitment Solutions was an outstanding experience, resulting in one of the best hiring decisions I have made in years. Their professionalism was evident throughout, from the high-quality candidates and insightful executive summaries to the timely management of the entire process. The feedback sessions following interviews were particularly valuable, supporting informed decision-making. Ricky and the team exceeded my expectations and played a key role in our hiring success.

Frequently Asked Questions

Explore our Frequently Asked Questions to find answers to common inquiries.

A Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) provides development and manufacturing services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. A Contract Manufacturing Organisation (CMO) primarily focuses on manufacturing products on behalf of clients. The services offered can overlap, and both play an important role in helping Life Sciences organisations develop and manufacture medicines.

CDMOs and CMOs offer careers across process development, technology transfer, manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance, quality control, validation and supply chain. Opportunities can range from laboratory and production roles through to project management and senior leadership. At HRS, we help professionals explore specialist positions across the pharmaceutical manufacturing and services sector.

Yes. Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality, validation, engineering and regulatory compliance can be highly transferable to CDMO and CMO environments. These organisations often work across different products, technologies and client projects, offering opportunities to broaden your experience. The best fit will depend on your technical background and the requirements of the position.

Recruiting professionals with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) experience can be particularly challenging when employers require expertise in specific manufacturing processes or technologies. Specialist recruitment agencies can help identify candidates with relevant technical backgrounds and experience in regulated environments. We work closely with employers to understand their requirements and support targeted recruitment.

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