University of the West of Scotland (UWS) law graduate and experienced executive search professional Joe Kennedy has joined WittKieffer as Managing Director of Global Life Sciences & Animal Health.

Based in London, Joe joins WittKieffer to lead its extension into Animal Health & Sciences. Graduating from UWS Paisley Campus in 2007 with a BA in Law, he is a seasoned executive search professional with extensive global experience within the segment, including for senior scientific, medical/veterinary, commercial, operational and functional roles.

Joe commented: “I am delighted to announce that I have joined Wittkieffer as Managing Director, Life Sciences & Animal Health. I will be working to round out the company’s One Health approach, building on the legacy and capability already on show.

“Wittkieffer is a top 10 global leadership advisory firm, also ranked in the Forbes most influential executive search firms, and is the largest which focusses on the ‘Quality of Life Ecosystem’ – Life Sciences, Healthcare and Education.

“The business is committed to helping companies achieve their goals through impactful leadership. The calibre of people in the firm and the capability across multiple service lines, whilst maintaining core specialism, are the key reasons I joined the firm.”

Before joining WittKieffer, Joe served as Managing Director for UK-based life sciences recruitment firm Skills Alliance, leading that organization’s efforts in Animal Health, ESG, and diversity, equity and inclusion.

He also previously served as Executive Consultant at another global recruiting firm, focusing on Animal Health globally.

About WittKieffer

WittKieffer is a premier executive search and leadership advisory firm developing impactful leadership teams for organisations that improve quality of life. They work exclusively with organisations in not-for-profit and for-profit healthcare, life sciences and education – the “Quality of Life Ecosystem.” Visit wittkieffer.com to learn more.