Drug safety and pharmacovigilance is among the most critical functions in pharmaceutical and biotech organizations. From identifying safety signals during clinical trials to overseeing post-market surveillance and adverse events, these leaders safeguard patients while guiding organizations through evolving global regulations.
Klein Hersh recruits the top executives who bring foresight and discipline to this space, enforcing patient safety standards and turning compliance into a competitive advantage.
The Strategic Role of Drug Safety Executives & PVG Leaders
Drug safety and pharmacovigilance leaders protect patients and guide organizations through every stage of development. Their work includes:
- Identifying safety signals throughout the clinical development process
- Supporting global submissions including INDs, NDAs, BLAs/MAAs, etc.
- Monitoring safety during clinical trials to identify and mitigate risks
- Managing adverse events and risk after products reach the market
- Overseeing global pharmacovigilance departments to meet FDA, EMA, and international requirements
- Building systems for signal detection, risk assessment, and reporting
- Integrating safety oversight across R&D, regulatory affairs, and commercial departments
- Demonstrating proactive governance that inspires trust among boards, investors, and regulators
Strong executive leadership in this area strengthens regulatory compliance, earns trust, and expedites pharmaceutical products to market.
The Klein Hersh Advantage in Drug Safety & PVG Executive Recruiting
For over 25 years, Klein Hersh has partnered with pharmaceutical, biotech, and CRO organizations to place senior executives in drug safety and pharmacovigilance. We are not a staffing firm—we are a precision executive search partner, focused on leadership impact and long-term relationships.
We deliver leaders with:
- Proven success in managing global safety systems and adverse event reporting
- Expertise in navigating FDA, EMA, ICH, and international compliance frameworks
- The ability to build and scale PV
Gteams and vendor networks - A track record of aligning safety strategy with portfolio and commercial goals
Our recruiters have deep expertise in pharmaceuticals and biotech, with networks built over decades and relationships that span entire careers. This relationship-focused perspective enables us to identify not only technical mastery but also the vision and leadership qualities that elevate pharmacovigilance into a true strategic advantage.
As the industry’s trusted team of pharmaceutical recruiters, We at Klein Hersh are uniquely suited to fulfill highly specialized executive search requirements across the entire life sciences and healthcare continuum.Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance Recruiters with Impact
Every pharmaceutical success depends on leaders who keep patients safe while advancing innovation. From clinical pharmacovigilance to post-market oversight, PVG executives shape the trust that underpins the healthcare system. Klein Hersh connects companies with the right executives who bring leadership, clarity, foresight, and lasting impact to drug safety and pharmacovigilance departments globally.
Interim Staffing Solutions for Immediate Pharma/Biotech Leadership Needs
Pharmaceutical and biotech organizations often require immediate access to experienced leadership talent to maintain momentum on critical projects and initiatives. Through our network of accomplished industry professionals, Klein Hersh has the deep expertise to deliver interim executives who can step in seamlessly to provide strategic guidance, manage key functions, and drive results during transitions or periods of growth. Whether you need a temporary CMO to advance your clinical programs, an interim head of regulatory affairs to navigate complex submissions, or transitional leadership for any core function, our understanding of the life sciences sector enables us to quickly connect you with precisely the right talent to keep your organization moving forward without missing a beat.
