Outsourced Talent Partners in Pharma, Biotech & Medtech.
Our Solutions.
Whether you need one critical hire, or, an on-demand talent function, we have the right model for you.
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Executive & Specialist Search
Ideal for: Talent, HR, and business leaders needing expert networks and a rigorous process for mission-critical hires.
We partner with leaders across Australia and global HQs to secure high-impact executives and specialists in pharma, biotech, and medtech.
Deep industry networks + proactive talent mapping
Director led from brief to offer
Rigorous assessment and cultural fit evaluation
Professional candidate experience that strengthens your employer brand
Not sure which model is right for you?
Book a 15-minute discovery call with Rob or Sharmia.
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Outsourced Talent Partner
Ideal for: Leaders in growing pharma, biotech, and medtech companies without dedicated local talent acquisition resources.
We provide an on-demand recruitment outsourcing model. Our team provide the expertise, networks, tools, and processes to deliver great recruitment outcomes under your brand.
Fixed, predictable pricing
Full recruitment infrastructure
Talent advisory, job scoping & candidate sourcing
Consistent process and high-quality candidate experience
One dedicated senior partner (Rob or Sharmia)
Whether you’re hiring the next generation of leaders or developing your existing talent, our leadership capability framework helps organisations assess, build, and strengthen the exact skills that drive real impact.
Built from insights with senior leaders across Australia’s pharma and biotech landscape, this framework underpins every executive search, succession plan, and talent advisory project we deliver.
Six leadership capabilities that will shape success in Pharma, Biotech & MedTech in 2026 and beyond.
Hiring & Growing for the Future.
Bakar Smith is a combination of forces in the Pharma, Biotech & Medtech talent world.
Our team have spent the last 15-20 years each, developing our craft in implementing world class talent strategies in the Australian & regional markets. Supporting thousands of hires along the way, from Directors to Leaders & Specialists.
We combine experience from leading talent acquisition and development functions at global Pharmaceutical & Medical Device companies, as well as partnering with startups and emerging organisations in our industries, developing best in class outsourced talent functions.
We offer distinct search, outsourced & embedded talent solutions to help you attract and retain the best talent on the market.
