Andrew Davis

            andrew.davis@allertonbishop.co.uk

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Founder and Director of Allerton Bishop Search, a specialist executive search firm operating globally across the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.

With over 20 years of experience in executive search, Andrew has successfully delivered senior and executive-level appointments across the UK, Europe, and Asia. His expertise spans technical operations, commercial leadership, regulatory affairs, and corporate functions, partnering with pharmaceutical companies, biotechs, CDMOs, and high-growth innovators.

Prior to founding Allerton Bishop, Andrew held senior roles at international search firms, where he developed deep expertise in global talent acquisition and cross-border leadership hiring. Known for his consultative, insight-led approach and extensive global network, he is a trusted advisor to organisations navigating the complexities of pharmaceutical talent strategy.

Andrew holds a degree in Business and Economics, and brings a truly international perspective to his work. Outside of his professional life, he is a proud husband and father—and a dedicated golfer with a scratch handicap, often blending business and sport during the summer months.

 

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Personal Track Record

2024

Director of Quality (Finland) - NextPharma

Vice President of Manufacturing & Supply - Orchard Therapeutics

Senior Director of Manufacturing - Ipsen (Wrexham)

Senior Director of Engineering - Ipsen (Wrexham)

Site Director - Nextpharma (Berlin)

Head of Commercial - CNX Therapeutics (Nordics)

Director of Pharmacovigilance & QPPV - Accord Healthcare (Germany)

Director of Regulatory Affairs - Accord Healthcare (London)

Business Development Director - Nextpharma (Germany)

 

2023

Vice President of CMC & Project Management - Orchard Therapeutics

Site Director - NextPharma (Scotland)

Director of Market Access & Pricing - Grunenthal (London)

Global Market Access Director - Grunenthal (Italy)

Global Legal & Compliance Manager - Gruenthal (Germany)

Business Development Director - NextPharma (UK)

 

2022

Director, CMC Project Management - Ascend Advanced Therapies

Senior Director, Commercial Excellence - Britannia Pharmaceuticals

Site Operations Director - Cell & Gene Therapy Catapult (Stevenage)

Site Operations Director - Cell & Gene Therapy Catapult (Edinburgh)

Head of Marketing & Communications - Cell & Gene Therapy Catapult

Director of Supply Chain UK & Nordics - Grunenthal (London)

 

2021

Head of Quality - Britannia Pharmaceuticals (STADA)

Senior Vice President of CMC & Supply Chain - Summit Therapeutics (London)

Alliance Director - Norgine Pharmaceuticals (France)

Global Commercial Director - Norgine Pharmaceuticals (Netherlands)