Recruiting for Long-Term Success in Med Tech: How Strategic Hiring Builds High-Impact Teams
“59% Promoted or in Management - The Power of Long-Term Talent Partnerships”
In Med Tech, where innovation meets impact, the right team isn’t just a competitive advantage it’s a growth driver.
As someone deeply embedded in talent acquisition, one of the most rewarding parts of the role is watching talented professionals not only land great opportunities but evolve into leaders, changemakers, and drivers of innovation.
Recently, I took a step back to reflect on a long-term partnership I’ve nurtured with a key Med Tech client since 2021. This wasn’t just about filling vacancies, it is about building teams with purpose, aligned to culture, values, and long-term growth.
The Results: Growth That Speaks for Itself
Between 2021 and 2024, I placed 56 professionals across the UK, BENELUX, NORDICS and wider EMEA region — from surgical sales experts and clinical trainers to field service engineers, QA/RA professionals, and marketing/product managers.
Here’s where they are now:
- 17 are still thriving in their original roles
- 27 have earned promotions
- 6 have progressed into people management
- 6 have taken on exciting roles elsewhere
That means 59% have either moved up or into leadership, a figure that underlines the strength of long-term recruitment partnerships when hiring is done right.
Why It Worked: Tailored approach over mass splurge
This success wasn’t accidental. It stemmed from a strategic, collaborative approach built around:
- Cultural alignment: High-performing, driven individuals who are motivated to succeed.
- Brand ambassadors: Understanding our client and championing them in the market to ensure best match.
- People-first leadership: A company environment that champions development and ambition.
When companies prioritise long-term fit over short-term fixes, recruitment becomes a catalyst for sustained success.
A Word of Thanks
To every professional I’ve placed, your growth is the best part of this journey.
To my client, thank you for investing in a talent-first mindset and creating space for people to thrive.
Could Your Med Tech Business Benefit from Strategic Hiring?
If your company is:
- Struggling to attract and retain top Med Tech talent
- Losing key performers due to misalignment
- Ready to scale but unsure how to build the right team
- Looking for a recruitment partner who truly understands your market and mission
Then this is the moment to shift from transactional hiring to transformational team building.
At Prospect Health, we go beyond filling roles. We help Med Tech businesses build high-performing, future-ready teams by aligning talent with culture, ambition, and long-term vision.
Let’s Build Your Team for the Future
If you’re aiming for more than just headcount — if you’re aiming for impact — let’s start a conversation.
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About the Author
DAVID THOMAS
MedTech and Life Sciences Director
I’m David, I head up the MedTech and Life Science division here at Prospect Health. I have worked in recruitment since 2007, specifically in the Medical Tech & Life Science sector since 2010. I feel incredibly lucky to work in such a fascinating sector, where our clients provide cutting edge life influencing products that improve and often save people’s lives on a daily basis!