Our Approach
We began with a detailed alignment process focused on understanding the ideal candidate profile, and priority.
Working closely with Anthos Leadership, we defined the capabilities, behaviours, and leadership profile required to succeed in a fast-moving and high-accountability environment. We clarified what success looked like across Clinical Operations, Biometrics, Quality, Supply Chain, and TMF, and aligned hiring priorities to Phase III milestones.
A clear Statement of Work was agreed, setting out deliverables, timelines, and direct access to the leadership team. This allowed for fast decision-making, tight feedback loops, and a highly focused search strategy.
Execution
For every role, Elixir delivered a minimum of six highly relevant candidates within four weeks or less. Every appointment was made from the initial shortlist.
Our key point of contact was Sharon Arnold – SVP Development Operations. In her role, Sharon led and integrated Clinical Operations, Biometrics, Clinical Quality, Supply Chain, and TMF.
As the organisation scaled, Elixir partnered with Anthos to build a high-performing clinical and development organisation, delivering hires across the following roles:
- Director, Clinical Program Lead
- Executive Director, Clinical Operations
- Executive Director, Head of Biostatistics and Data Analytics
- Head of Clinical Quality Management
- Director, Clinical Supply Management
- Senior Manager, Site Management
- Associate Director, Clinical Trial Management
- Head of Statistical Programming
- Senior Clinical Trial Associate
- Senior Clinical Trial Manager
- Senior Clinical Trial Manager
- TMF Subject Matter Expert
Outcome
The leadership team assembled during this period re-established control over trial execution, improved site engagement, and accelerated patient enrolment.
Anthos progressed its programs with renewed operational confidence and ultimately achieved a successful acquisition by Novartis for $3.1bn.
The team built during this phase played a critical role in positioning the business to be acquisition-ready on both the clinical and operational fronts.
Client Perspective
I was very impressed with the Elixir team, working closely with Jake Couldrick on all critical hires. He understood my priorities and the skills and fit that I was looking for. He and his team were very responsive and timely. I was extremely happy with the quality of the candidates— we had excellent hires from Elixir. Our success as a Clinical Operations team was due to our partnership with Elixir.
Sharon Arnold
SVP Development Operations, Anthos Therapeutics
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Partnering with Anthos to Build a High-Performing Clinical Organisation
Working closely with leadership, we defined the capabilities, behaviours, and leadership profile required to succeed in a fast-moving and high-accountability environment. We clarified what success looked like across Clinical Operations, Biometrics, Quality, Supply Chain, and TMF, and aligned hiring priorities to Phase III milestones.