Elson Search

Elson Search is a founder-led specialist MedTech recruitment agency delivering tailored hiring solutions to medical device manufacturers worldwide. Founded by Ben Thompson, a recognised expert with over a decade of specialist MedTech recruitment experience, the company offers direct access to founder-level expertise combined with a robust professional network spanning EMEA and US markets. Elson Search provides four adaptable recruitment solutions, including singular hiring for critical senior roles, multiple hiring for team expansions, embedded hiring for in-house integration, and temporary staffing for urgent gaps. The agency recruits across all business functions, from research and development and regulatory affairs to clinical affairs, manufacturing, operations, and commercial roles at all seniority levels.

Elson Search specialises in supporting manufacturers across interventional segments of cardiology, vascular, neurology, and oncology medical devices. Beyond these core specialisations, the company offers comprehensive recruitment services to all types of MedTech manufacturers and service providers. The agency has developed deep market knowledge in these specialist sectors through years of embedded experience, enabling precise candidate identification, targeted outreach, and thorough vetting to ensure cultural and technical fit. Elson Search has partnered with nearly 40 medical device manufacturers globally, including notable clients such as Cardiac Dimensions, Penumbra, Merit Medical, Biosensors International, Boston Scientific, Terumo, Cardionovum, and Cordis.

Elson Search operates globally with a particular focus on EMEA and US markets, delivering results across multiple territories without geographical limitations. The agency has completed over 200 placements with a 98% repeat business rate in the last three years, backed by 100+ industry recommendations. Clients choose Elson Search for its founder-led service model, uncompromising attention to detail, speed and efficiency without sacrificing quality, clear communication, and genuine long-term partnership approach. The company's commitment to excellence in the regulated MedTech environment ensures that every search is managed with the same rigour and dedication, regardless of seniority or scope.