Simon Felton
Managing Partner - Ireland
Simon Felton serves as the Managing Partner of our Irish Life Sciences Practice. Collaborating closely with clients, he specializes in securing top-tier leadership appointments spanning middle management to board-level positions. Operating from our Dublin office, Simon’s primary focus revolves around providing strategic counsel to biopharmaceutical enterprises, with additional expertise extending to consumer healthcare and specialty pharmaceutical sectors.
With over two decades of experience in executive recruitment across diverse functional domains, Simon’s forte lies in Medical Affairs. His adeptness encompasses identifying and placing professionals in pivotal roles such as Chief Medical Officer, Chief Scientific Officer, Medical Advisors, and MSLs (Medical Science Liaisons).
Simon joined Morgan Prestwich in 2012 as a Senior Client Partner, swiftly establishing himself as a trusted advisor to numerous pioneering biopharma entities worldwide. His dedication to supporting US and EU based rare disease, specialty medicine or new innovative scientific companies.
Simon's Expertise
Retained Search
As one of the largest boutique Life Sciences Executive Search firms globally. Our Executive Search solutions exclusively within the life sciences industry, in particular Biotech, Pharmaceutical, MedTech / Medical Devices, Diagnostics, Contract Development and Manufacturing (CDMO), Contract Research Organizations (CRO’s), AI & Digital Health and Healthcare across United States (USA), Europe (EU), Asia-Pacific (APAC) and Middle East (MENA), offers unparalleled expertise in sourcing top-tier talent for fast-growing and innovative life science companies. Leveraging our extensive industry knowledge and vast network, we meticulously identify and engage with candidates who possess the unique skills and experience necessary to drive success in this dynamic field. With a proven track record of delivering exceptional results, we understand the critical importance of securing key leadership and specialized roles to fuel your company’s growth trajectory. Trust us to navigate the complexities of talent acquisition, ensuring seamless integration of top-tier professionals who align seamlessly with your organization’s vision and values.
Furthermore, our executive search solutions go beyond traditional recruitment approaches. We believe in fostering long-term partnerships with our clients, serving as strategic advisors throughout the entire talent acquisition process. From initial consultation to candidate onboarding, we provide personalized support and guidance, helping you identify and attract the best talent to meet your evolving business needs. With our deep industry expertise and commitment to excellence, we take a collaborative approach to ensure that every hire contributes to your company’s long-term success. Partner with us today and experience the difference that our executive search solutions can make in propelling your life science company to new heights of achievement.
For more information on how our Life Sciences Executive Search solutions can support your needs, please reach out to one of our Senior Leadership or Client Partners:
Chief Executive Officer Greg Bell
Chief Commercial Officer Sean Morgan-Jones
Chief Operating Officer Christian Simon
Managing Partner Ireland Office Simon Felton
Senior Client Partner – Southern Europe Sarah Schiavone
Senior Client Partner – US, Europe – Cell & Gene Therapies, CDMO’s Josh Wheldon
Senior Client Partner – US, Europe, Middle East – Biotech, Private Equity & Venture Capital Iman Askari
Senior Client Partner – APAC & Middle East Andy Smith
