Bob and Chris are trusted partners and friends with a wealth of knowledge, a great network and an outstanding track record of executive and professional placements in the Life Sciences and Diagnostics industry. You are in good hands with them!
Vice President of R&D
Chris and Bob,
I write to express my eternal gratitude to you both. It has been 4 great years, and recently a whirlwind since COVID-19.
You really looked after me spectacularly and I cannot thank you enough. I am looking forward to a long future and exciting challenges.
I hope you are both well.
World Wide Director of Medical Affairs
As I sit here today I am so grateful for and fortunate that the two of you created this opportunity for me. Not only did you kick ass as my "agents", you also helped guide me through a difficult decision. Leaving friends and family behind to pick up and move was risky, but you found a way to make clear to me that this was an opportunity I could not pass up. All details of the job being the same, without you I wouldn't have had the courage to make such a big change. And in the end the risk was more than worth it.
Thank you so much for what you do and for the opportunities you created for me and continue to create for others.
Global Business Leader Microbiology
I want to sincerely thank you both for all the work that you did in getting me this opportunity to begin with. You have been great and I truly enjoyed the time I spent coordinating with you throughout the process.
Senior Engineer Global Service
Congrats on your work anniversary! I’m still so grateful for the support you and Christina gave me when I was job hunting. You both are the best. Here’s to you!
Manager, Regulatory Affairs
Chris and Bob are not only advocates for the client but have their best interest at heart. They are available 24/7 and provide instant feedback. They are easy to talk to and provide honest feedback. In addition, they help provide background information on their clients and the pros and cons’ of the organizations that they support. They are respectful to both sides during the negotiation process and provide support and guidance. Working with Chris and Bob took the unknown and stress out of the process. They help set up the interview, provide background information and coaching regarding the company and the people that you are meeting with. After the interview they call the company and obtain feedback on how you did and what the company thought of you as a potential candidate. They take the pressure off and allow you to focus on preparing for what is always a long and grueling day.
The open and honest communication that is provided by the “Marcwood Group” team is something I have never experienced before when working with headhunters and other staffing agencies. They strive to understand what both parties are looking for (in a candidate) so that when the interviewing process starts there are no surprises from either side.
The preparation process and the continual feedback that they provide new candidates is the best in the industry. They create a safe and open environment where you feel you can talk to them and that they have your back and support. I would not only recommend The Marcwood Group but would use them myself if I needed to create a team that I needed to staff within my organization. I know that the relationships that they build with their clients are for life and that you can count on them to always bring their A game and team.
Director of Regulatory, Medical Device
There is a partnership approach to the various hiring needs. The Marcwood Group takes the time to understand not only the position that is desired, but also the company culture that the prospective candidate will work in. This helps assure a fit that works for both employer and employee. They made the process easy by getting to know me as a manager and then taking the process forward with frequent updates. Personal commitment and follow up were key items that were important for me. They were easy to communicate with, always accessible and worked hard to meet my needs.
Vice President Regulatory Affairs
Chris and Bob take the time to understand the culture and people at the client in order to present the best candidates. I would definitely recommend The Marcwood Group to others and have passed along their information to other recruiters in my organization.
Sr. Director, Regulatory Affairs and Compliance
Chris and Bob are some of the last “full service” recruiters who truly guide their candidates through the process. When I ask a question about the candidate, it is a safe bet that the information is at their fingertips because of the strong relationships forged with those candidates. In addition, they take the time to understand the needs of the role and the group. Lastly, they give you highly individualized attention. I never feel like a number or “just another client” when speaking with them. They provided me with good candidate overviews that are pertinent to our role is the best example of this. It takes much of the back-and-forth work out of the equation and makes my life much easier. Individualized attention is a rarity in this market. Bob and Chris are experts in this area.
Manager, Recruitment
The Marcwood Group is straightforward, presents only the finest qualified candidates and does not waste my time. They are pragmatic and know the biotech and pharmaceutical industry. They have many good connections. The process was very efficient and good to excellent resumes presented. We spoke when necessary. They are efficient, professional and no nonsense. The Marcwood Group understands what the hiring executive needs and wants. Working with them, I had two excellent hires. I would recommend them and I already have numerous times to both the hiring managers and candidates.
Vice President of Mfg. & Process Development
Chris & Bob are very prompt on returning emails and phone calls; there is good communication when providing updates. Their prior knowledge of hiring managers and HR department was beneficial; they were able to negotiate contract details with HR. I would recommend them to others.
Director of Preclinical Research
Both Bob and Chris take the time to get to know their clients – their likes, dislikes, qualities that they look for in potential candidates, qualities they do not prefer. We’ve built a relationship that will last for a long time to come. When it comes time for Bob and Chris to fill a position, they do not “bomb me with resumes” hoping for the best but carefully hand-select potential candidates based on what they know about me and my requirements. I don’t have to sift through endless resumes to find the right candidate, they do that for me. I value this very much. I would recommend them to others, and I have done so to several hiring managers in my organization.
Vice President, Quality Assurance
The Marcwood Group carefully reviewed my resume, prior to speaking with me for the first time, so I got the sense that they had a good knowledge of my background and experience at the outset. Following our first telephone interview, they had me write what I thought we be a concise job description for a Director, Clinical Operations, which allowed them the opportunity to continue to better assess my qualifications. This helped them lead the discussions with the potential employer.
There is ease and openness of communication, preparation meetings every step of the way, continued follow up on both ends, employer and potential employee. They negotiated for me every step of the way. The Marcwood group was engaged every step of the way. You went the extra mile for me, throughout the entire process. I felt like your group was an advocate for me every step of the way.
I would absolutely recommend them!!!!!!!!!!! And many THANKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Director, Clinical Operations
Chris and Bob are unique in several ways. I think the thing that impressed me the most was how they found me on Linked In. I wasn’t actually “looking” for a change, yet Chris could tell by my profile that I would be a great fit for the job she found me. The process was helpful because they had done their homework. They had profiles on everyone I would be interviewing with. They knew personalities as well as interview styles. That information helped me fully prepare for the interview. One extra value that I adored was the constant communication. They called me before the interview, after the interview, and even after I had accepted the job. I truly thing they go above and beyond what most recruiters do to find the perfect fit for the employer and the employee. They make you feel like your success and happiness truly matters to them. They even checked on me after 90 days with the company to make sure I was pleased with my decision. I would recommend them without a doubt, ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!
Account Manager
I was surprised with the continuous updates I received during the interviewing process. Even when there was no update, there was still constant contact I got letting me know that I was not forgotten about and a decision was pending. Even after I accepted the offer, they helped in whatever way they could to help with the departure from my previous position in a graceful manner. Chris and Bob kept in contact even after I started my new position. I definitely would recommend The Marcwood Group to others. Chris and Bob were extremely helpful in every which way.
Director, Quality Assurance
I must thank Bob and Chris at The Marcwood Group for changing my family's life for the better! This first couple of weeks in my new position have been very exciting! The team is very professional and I am indeed very proud to be part of such an esteemed group.
Senior R&D Manager, Lead Engineer
The recent experience with the Marcwood Group, specifically you two, was exceptional. Your presentation, combined with proper and eloquent emails, has been far surpassing any other recruiter or group I have spoken with. Beyond that, you have added a great personal tone to the process too.
Staff Engineer
They say the best executive recruiters make the process enjoyable and easy and find the ideal candidate who excels in their new role, are repeatedly promoted to higher levels of responsibility, and are so well respected by their colleagues that over time these colleagues follow your new hire to your organization and excel as well. Bob Goodfriend and his partner at The Marcwood Group, Christine Nerrie, found just such a candidate for me, and did the same for my colleagues who have used them. I have worked with them as a hiring manager and as a candidate, and I can say they are spectacular to work with in both cases. They bring a high level of engagement, insight, and capability. They are very strong communicators who listen carefully, engage closely with their clients and candidates throughout the process, and are a delight to work with. I look forward to working with them again in the future and recommend them for anybody needing to find high caliber talent in the med tech space.
Global Product Development System Leader
Life has been good to me and I’m privileged that I’ve been able to use this time to do many things I’ve always wanted to do. For example, I went to the east coast recently and rented a music studio for three night to play and record some cover songs with childhood friends. I’m lucky. I also had a chance to meet you and Chris. You are both outstanding people and I hope you will have many clients that you can place successfully in the future. I won’t forget you both. Thank you both very much
Vice President PMO