about us

Who are we?

Get to know headcount AG – your life science recruitment agency for the Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices and Digital Health industries.

About headcount AG

headcount consults the brightest talent in life sciences.

Mission

At headcount, we place people at the heart of everything we do to create the best possible recruitment experience for our clients, candidates and employees.

Vision

We want to become the most respected life science recruitment agency in Switzerland for individuals seeking fulfilling careers in Pharma, Biotech, or Medical Devices and Digital Health.

Purpose

Our purpose is to help those who help others by providing businesses in the Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices, and Digital Health industries with exceptional leaders.

Unique consultative approach

We coach our candidates and clients by collecting feedback from the market and fostering open and honest communication. Our aim is to help them enhance their position as an employer or assist them in obtaining their dream job.

our values

We do recruitment better

Our DNA

Commitment, curiosity, and authenticity form the DNA of headcount. These values underpin everything we do, propelling us forward as we embark on collaborative journeys, embrace new knowledge, and foster authentic connections. Welcome to headcount, where our DNA drives us to make a difference in you.

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Commitment

As a candidate or client, you can count on headcount to be committed to your cause. We feel a strong sense of obligation to do right by you and to always deliver on our promises.

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Curiosity

The headcount team are scientists at their core, which means we are always on a quest for knowledge, and we stay curious about the world and people we encounter. Hypothesising and testing ideas is just what we do.

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Authenticity

headcount believes in forming genuine, authentic connections, and in being open and transparent. You can trust us to never sugar-coat the truth, and to do what’s right – not what’s easiest.

For me, it is all about development and seeing people grow. It is the thing that inspires me the most.

Maurice Thornton

Managing Director

Staffing solutions for all your needs

We know that life science companies have a broad and varying range of roles to be filled. That’s why we source talent who can enrich every area of your business – from marketing experts to legal counsel to product development engineers.