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MEET AMELIA
Meet Amelia, one of our Recruitment Partners.
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Amelia plays an important role in connecting talented candidates with the right opportunities. She brings a thoughtful, supportive approach and is already making a strong impact within our team.
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We thought it was time you got to know her a little better…
1. WHEN DID YOU JOIN VERBATIM PHARMA, AND WHAT DREW YOU TO THE ROLE?
I joined the team in January 2025, having recently moved to the area from Bristol. I knew I wanted to stay within recruitment, but it was important that I found the right organisation. Throughout the interview process, I had the chance to engage with several members of the team, ask questions, and get a real sense of what it’s like to work here.
Verbatim stood out as a values-driven company, with a clear focus on excellent customer service (not just a tagline) and a supportive, collaborative team culture. It also offered the opportunity to explore a completely new sector, which really appealed to me.
​2. WHAT HAVE YOU ENJOYED MOST ABOUT YOUR TIME HERE SO FAR?
Learning. Working within the Pharma Services (Clinical Trial Services, Supply Chain & Operations and Development & Manufacturing) space and partnering with senior candidates has been a new and rewarding experience. I’ve really enjoyed the challenge, the quality of conversations I’ve had, and the relationships I'm building. It’s amazing to work somewhere where your contributions are recognised, and where you feel part of the team from day one.
3. WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO RECRUITMENT AND TO WORKING IN THE LIFE SCIENCES SECTOR SPECIFICALLY?
When I was figuring out the next step in my career, I didn’t have a clear path in mind, so I started by thinking about the environments where I thrive. I realised I love being busy, talking to people all day, juggling multiple priorities, and building meaningful relationships, and recruitment ticked all those boxes.
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As for Life Sciences, it’s motivating to know that, even in a small way, the work we do supports patients. By helping leaders and innovators take the next step in their careers, we’re supporting our clients in getting one step closer to delivering life-saving treatments.
4. WHAT’S THE MOST REWARDING PART OF SUPPORTING CANDIDATES OR CLIENTS?
Of course, it’s a great feeling when you can tell a candidate they’ve got the job. But for me, the most rewarding part is becoming someone’s trusted support and confidant. Searching for a new role, navigating redundancy, or finding the confidence to step into something new can be daunting and I love being a sounding board for my candidates. Helping them work through these life-changing decisions never gets old.
Hand-in-hand with this also comes the satisfaction of knowing that we have found our client someone we genuinely believe will be the right commercial/operational and cultural fit for their business.
We want to see our clients grow and succeed, to know that we have been able to help with that is a great feeling.
5. IS THERE A SKILL YOU’VE ALREADY DEVELOPED THAT’S SURPRISED YOU?
Prioritisation. I’ve always been good at juggling tasks in fast-paced environments, but at Verbatim I’ve added another layer: managing across multiple time zones, collaborating closely with clients, and maintaining strong relationships with candidates long after their initial application. As a global business we support clients and candidates all over the world. It’s been a step up – in a good way!
6. WHAT’S BEEN YOUR BIGGEST LEARNING MOMENT SINCE JOINING VERBATIM?
That no matter how experienced or senior someone may be, we are the experts when it comes to recruitment. Our network is strong, and our insight is valuable, we absolutely deserve our seat at the table.
Between everyone at the company, we have over 100 years of combined experience within the Pharma Services sector and we keep a close eye on the market at all times.
7. WHAT’S ONE THING YOU’VE LEARNED ABOUT THE INDUSTRY THAT YOU DIDN’T KNOW BEFORE JOINING?
How many genuinely passionate people there are in this space. Across every role and part of the system, I speak daily with individuals who care deeply about their work and the impact it has on patients. It’s incredibly inspiring.
8. WHAT’S SOMETHING PEOPLE MIGHT NOT REALISE ABOUT WORKING IN RECRUITMENT?
It’s fun! If you love speaking to people, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and have a bit of a competitive streak, it can be an exciting and fulfilling career. We also genuinely care about candidates and their lives, whether that's personal or professional, we love hearing from candidates years down the line when they come back to us for some trusted advice or guidance finding their next challenge.