Our Story

About Us

Introduction

Global Leaders in Life Science Recruitment

At Barrington James, we do more than fill vacancies - we provide everyone here with a platform to thrive and grow within the business. We welcome people with no prior experience, providing comprehensive training and mentorship to help you develop, grow and succeed. Our expanding global reach is supported by a fantastic core senior management team that oversees over 200 staff across 9 modern offices and 2 subsidiaries.

Who Are We?

Shaping Your Future in Life Sciences

At Barrington James, we are proud to partner with the world’s most innovative life sciences companies, making a significant impact on the industry. Our global network of 4,500 clients spans innovative start-ups and established leaders, creating endless opportunities for ambitious individuals at every stage of their career. Each year, we proudly place over a 1,000 candidates in roles that make a real impact in life science.

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Our Commitment Culture

We Provide Unparalleled Growth and Opportunity for Our People

When you join Barrington James, you’ll be part of a high-performing team and receive all the tools needed to accelerate your career—and ultimately transform your life—if you embody the core values that drive our success.

Commitment

More than just putting in hours—it’s about consistently showing up with focus, energy, and genuine investment in your success and the success of those around you.

Initiative

The ability to use your judgment to make decisions without needing to be told what to do.

Professionalism

The state or practice of doing one’s job with skill, competence, ethics, and courtesy.

Attitude

Bringing a positive attitude is a state of mind that envisions and expects favorable results.

Recruitment is a tough but rewarding job, everyone fails from time to time, we are here to support you and help you learn and develop, the great thing about failure is that success means so much more.
Dan Barrington CEO & Founder of Barrington James.

Key Achievements

Since our founding in 2002, we have been on an ambitious path to deliver tailored recruitment solutions that make a lasting impact in the healthcare and life sciences industries. With a vision to operate on a global scale, Barrington James has achieved key milestones over the years, including expanding into new regions, rewarding its dedicated team through equity incentives, and investing in state-of-the-art workspaces. 

2002

Founded In...

Dan Barrington set out on an ambitious journey, founding Barrington James with a vision to deliver tailored recruitment solutions that truly make a difference in healthcare and life sciences on a global scale.

2009

International Expansion

Jonathan Jenkins came on board as COO, adding his expertise and leadership to steer the company toward new heights. We opened a new office in Singapore, with Matthew Bulley joining the team, bringing fresh energy and new perspectives.

2012

Commitment to Our Team

We introduced the EMEI (Employee Managed Equity Incentive) shareholder scheme, demonstrating our commitment to rewarding our dedicated team. We also marked a significant milestone by opening our second US office in New York, expanding our global footprint.

2014

The American Dream

In a bold move, CEO Dan Barrington and Pippa Wilson relocated to the US and opened our first office in Raleigh, cementing our presence in the American market and broadening our global reach.

2019

Mini-Shares Celebration

We hosted our first 'mini-shares event,' a momentous occasion that highlighted our dedication to engaging and valuing our employees.

2020

Upgrading Our Spaces

We took significant steps to enhance our work environments by upgrading our HQ offices and offices in Singapore and New York, ensuring they reflect our growth and commitment to excellence.

2022

Orangewood Strategic Investment

In partnering with Orangewood, Barrington James can enhance its global recruiting solutions, expand its client-service capabilities and support its ongoing commitment to developing and utilizing cutting-edge technology and software leading to greater access for its clients of exceptional talent.

2024

Barrington James Acquires S3 Science

We proudly acquired S3, another leading life sciences business, marking a new chapter in our journey and expanding our specialized expertise and global reach.

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

A Diverse Workplace Enhances Creativity and Innovation

We are dedicated to fostering Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DE&I) within our business, recognizing that a diverse workplace enhances creativity and innovation. Whether we’re hiring for you, placing you, or welcoming you into our team, we’re committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively working to make the life sciences industry a welcoming environment for everyone.

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