Matt serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Verbatim Executive Search, bringing over 17 years of specialized recruitment and operational leadership to the firm. Since entering the industry in 2007, he has cultivated a deep expertise in the life sciences and healthcare sectors, navigating the complexities of the UK healthcare system and the global pharmaceutical and medical device markets.

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Joining Verbatim Pharma in 2019, Matt spent five years leading high-stakes search assignments within pharma services, clinical trials, and clinical supplies. This frontline experience provided him with an acute understanding of the niche talent landscapes and the rigorous quality standards required by global organizations and high-growth ventures.

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In his current role as COO, Matt is responsible for the strategic oversight of Verbatim’s operational infrastructure; including finance, HR, marketing, IT, and recruitment delivery.

 

He works in close alignment with the executive leadership team to drive process optimization and scalability, ensuring the firm maintains its reputation for excellence and consistent service delivery. His focus remains on building a robust platform that supports the evolving human capital needs of Private Equity-backed firms and C-suite stakeholders across the life sciences sector.