EXPERTISE
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Biotech, Pharma and Manufacturing companies
Supporting your career in Market Research, Consulting & Business Intelligence
Matt Goldrick
Associate Director
Expertise:
Commercial Insights & Analytics
Chris Newall
Principal Consultant
Expertise:
Commercial Insights & Analytics
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With founders who come directly from careers in Pharma, Biotech, MedTech, and Consultancy, being truly embedded in our sectors has always been at the heart of what we do.
Our deep industry knowledge allows us to stay ahead of the curve, connecting top life sciences talent with leading organisations.
The pharmaceutical market insights sector plays a critical role in helping healthcare organisations make informed, data-driven decisions. It encompasses three key areas – market research, business intelligence, and strategic consulting – each of which supports the development, launch, and ongoing success of pharmaceutical products and healthcare solutions.
Market Research
Market research in pharma involves gathering and analysing feedback from healthcare professionals, patients, and other stakeholders. Using both qualitative and quantitative methods (such as interviews, focus groups, and surveys), researchers explore needs, preferences, behaviours, and perceptions to guide product development, branding, and communication strategies.
Business Intelligence
Business intelligence focuses on analysing data to support commercial strategy. This might include examining prescription trends, competitive activity, sales performance, regulatory developments, or healthcare system changes. The goal is to turn complex data into clear insights that inform tactical and strategic decisions across functions like marketing, sales, and market access.
Strategic Consulting
Strategic consultants in this space advise pharmaceutical, biotech, and medtech companies on high-level decisions. These might include market entry assessments, portfolio optimisation, pricing and reimbursement strategies, segmentation, and go-to-market planning. Their work combines commercial insight with deep therapeutic and market knowledge.
Product & Therapy Area Focus
The majority of work in pharmaceutical market research, business intelligence, and strategic consulting centres around prescription medicines and medical technologies. These areas require deep scientific understanding, regulatory awareness, and commercial insight.
- Prescription Medicines: This includes innovative and established therapies prescribed by healthcare professionals across primary, secondary, and tertiary care. Projects often focus on areas such as oncology, neurology, cardiology, rare diseases, immunology, and infectious diseases, among others.
- MedTech & Medical Devices: Covering everything from diagnostic tools and surgical implants to digital health platforms and connected devices, this sector combines clinical knowledge with an understanding of product usage in complex healthcare settings.
Professionals in this space frequently specialise in specific therapy areas, allowing them to develop in-depth knowledge of disease states, treatment pathways, competitive landscapes, and stakeholder needs. Likewise, companies may structure teams or service lines around individual therapeutic categories to better support client objectives and deliver more nuanced insights.
Roles We Recruit For
We recruit across all levels of seniority—from entry-level to C-suite—within pharmaceutical market research, business intelligence, strategy consulting, and clientside insight functions. Our team of specialist consultants focus on different tiers of seniority, ensuring deep understanding of both candidate experience and client expectations at each level.
Market Research
We cover a wide range of roles across full-service agencies, fieldwork providers, and consultancies:
- Full-Service Research:
Junior Research Executive, Research Executive, Senior Research Executive, Research Manager, Associate Director, Director, Research Director - Senior & Leadership Positions:
Head of Research, Business Unit Lead, Partner, Principal, Managing Director, C-suite roles - Commercial Roles:
Business Development and Client Services positions - Fieldwork & Operations:
Project Managers, Fieldwork Managers, Operations Directors
Strategy Consulting
From junior consulting talent to senior strategic leaders, we recruit for specialist healthcare consulting firms and global strategy houses:
- Associate Consultant, Consultant, Senior Consultant
- Engagement Manager, Principal Consultant, Account Lead
- Strategy Manager, Strategy Director, Partner-level and Executive roles
Business Intelligence
We work with organisations seeking analytical and data-driven thinkers to support commercial and strategic decision-making:
- Data Analyst, Senior Analyst, Analytics Manager
- Business Intelligence Associate, BI Manager, BI Lead
- Portfolio Lead, Portfolio Director
Clientside
We also support pharmaceutical, medtech, and healthcare companies with client-side hiring needs that span research, analytics, forecasting, and commercial strategy:
- Market Research Manager, Senior Insight Manager
- Business Insight Partner, Commercial Insights Lead
- Forecasting Manager, Commercial Analytics Lead, Strategic Insights Director
A career in Market Research, Consulting & Business Intelligence
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We have partnered with thousands of companies across the life sciences sector, building an extensive network that puts us at the heart of where opportunities happen.
What should I do to progress in my career in Market Research?
If you are looking to progress your career within Pharma/healthcare Market Research, you will need to have excellent communication skills, be an analytical thinker and have strong attention to detail. This career would ideally suit someone with an inquisitive and analytical mind.
Most Market Research roles are client facing and therefore you’ll need to be able to project manage effectively, be adaptable and think on your feet. Networking with professionals in the industry and staying updated on market trends and research methods can further enhance one’s prospects in this competitive field.
TESTIMONIALS
Our Candidate Reviews
With a Google rating sitting at 4.9, you can be confident in our friendly and knowledgeable service.
Matt Goldrick is not your typical recruiter - you actually look forward to answering his calls!
Looking to forward a career direction from Global Health back into Pharma was no small feat. However, having Matt on my side, who spent time to get to know me and my capabilities, meant it was filled with many opportunities, conversations and support.
I had strong values and criteria for who and where I wanted to be next and Matt supported me with those needs - providing me with breadth of options and realistic discussions on whether opportunities were right for what I wanted.
He partnered with me and stood by choices, in a job market that sometimes felt like a microcosm of the Hunger Games.
He presented every opportunity fairly, and with comprehensive information and insight.
I highly recommend Matt and Carrot Pharma for your healthcare research career goals!
Worked with an amazing recruiter called Lucy Eyre. Despite being a recruitment agency that mainly gets senior positions she called to get in touch about an entry role. Guided me through the whole process and encouraged me and gave me tips.
Update: Chris reconnected, and this time, we were successful in securing my next role. Chris has been both supportive and engaged every step of the way. If you are in Healthcare Market Research, please hit up Chris.
I had the pleasure of working with Chris Newall from Carrot Recruitment during my job search in healthcare market research. Although I ultimately accepted a direct offer from an employer, I can’t recommend Chris highly enough. From the very beginning, he took the time to understand my skills, career goals, and preferences, connecting me with a range of exciting opportunities. His extensive network and industry knowledge opened doors to multiple interviews that I wouldn’t have found on my own.
Beyond just presenting job options, Chris provided invaluable guidance, insightful advice, and a genuinely personal approach that made the entire process seamless. His professionalism, dedication, and support set him apart, and I’m truly grateful for his help. If you're looking for a recruiter who goes above and beyond, Chris is the person to have in your corner!
Had a five-star experience from my first contact with Lucy all the way to my first day of work. She was incredibly helpful every step along the way and was always happy to help out and answer any questions. She always kept me in the loop and let me know about the next steps, making me feel at ease during the whole process. Thank you again, Lucy, really appreciate it!
Working with Kerry was an absolute pleasure. They took the time to answer my questions, provided invaluable interview preparation, and kept me informed at every stage. Thanks to their dedication and support, I secured a new role that I am very happy with.
Kerry has been an excellent help throughout the recruitment process and even whilst settling into my new role !
I had a fantastic experience working with Chris throughout my job search. From the very first conversation, he really took the time to understand what I was looking for, not just in terms of role, but also the type of environment and opportunity I wanted to step into.
What stood out most was how supportive and proactive he was at every stage of the process. He kept me well prepared, gave honest and constructive advice, and was always available to talk things through. His communication was excellent throughout, and I always felt well informed and confident going into each stage.
Thanks to Chris, I’ve secured a role that genuinely feels like the right next step for me, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.
I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a recruiter who is not only professional and knowledgeable, but also genuinely invested in getting the right result.
I have had a brilliant experience working with Louise at Carrot Recruitment. When we first spoke, she really listened to what I was looking for in my next role. There was nothing suitable available at the time, but when a great job came up months later, she remembered what I was looking for and helped me through the application process. I was offered the job, and Louise continued support me in the lead-up to my start date. She made getting a new job very easy! Thank you Louise
I spoke to a consultant called Abi Taylor on the phone who was very helpful with giving the correct advice on my career search.
Matt Goldrick is not your typical recruiter - you actually look forward to answering his calls!
Looking to forward a career direction from Global Health back into Pharma was no small feat. However, having Matt on my side, who spent time to get to know me and my capabilities, meant it was filled with many opportunities, conversations and support.
I had strong values and criteria for who and where I wanted to be next and Matt supported me with those needs - providing me with breadth of options and realistic discussions on whether opportunities were right for what I wanted.
He partnered with me and stood by choices, in a job market that sometimes felt like a microcosm of the Hunger Games.
He presented every opportunity fairly, and with comprehensive information and insight.
I highly recommend Matt and Carrot Pharma for your healthcare research career goals!
Worked with an amazing recruiter called Lucy Eyre. Despite being a recruitment agency that mainly gets senior positions she called to get in touch about an entry role. Guided me through the whole process and encouraged me and gave me tips.
Update: Chris reconnected, and this time, we were successful in securing my next role. Chris has been both supportive and engaged every step of the way. If you are in Healthcare Market Research, please hit up Chris.
I had the pleasure of working with Chris Newall from Carrot Recruitment during my job search in healthcare market research. Although I ultimately accepted a direct offer from an employer, I can’t recommend Chris highly enough. From the very beginning, he took the time to understand my skills, career goals, and preferences, connecting me with a range of exciting opportunities. His extensive network and industry knowledge opened doors to multiple interviews that I wouldn’t have found on my own.
Beyond just presenting job options, Chris provided invaluable guidance, insightful advice, and a genuinely personal approach that made the entire process seamless. His professionalism, dedication, and support set him apart, and I’m truly grateful for his help. If you're looking for a recruiter who goes above and beyond, Chris is the person to have in your corner!
Had a five-star experience from my first contact with Lucy all the way to my first day of work. She was incredibly helpful every step along the way and was always happy to help out and answer any questions. She always kept me in the loop and let me know about the next steps, making me feel at ease during the whole process. Thank you again, Lucy, really appreciate it!
Working with Kerry was an absolute pleasure. They took the time to answer my questions, provided invaluable interview preparation, and kept me informed at every stage. Thanks to their dedication and support, I secured a new role that I am very happy with.
Kerry has been an excellent help throughout the recruitment process and even whilst settling into my new role !
I had a fantastic experience working with Chris throughout my job search. From the very first conversation, he really took the time to understand what I was looking for, not just in terms of role, but also the type of environment and opportunity I wanted to step into.
What stood out most was how supportive and proactive he was at every stage of the process. He kept me well prepared, gave honest and constructive advice, and was always available to talk things through. His communication was excellent throughout, and I always felt well informed and confident going into each stage.
Thanks to Chris, I’ve secured a role that genuinely feels like the right next step for me, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.
I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a recruiter who is not only professional and knowledgeable, but also genuinely invested in getting the right result.
I have had a brilliant experience working with Louise at Carrot Recruitment. When we first spoke, she really listened to what I was looking for in my next role. There was nothing suitable available at the time, but when a great job came up months later, she remembered what I was looking for and helped me through the application process. I was offered the job, and Louise continued support me in the lead-up to my start date. She made getting a new job very easy! Thank you Louise
I spoke to a consultant called Abi Taylor on the phone who was very helpful with giving the correct advice on my career search.
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