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Mark Griffin

Managing Director - Japan

As the Managing Director of Barrington James Japan, Mark leads a dynamic team of specialized consultants in placing top-tier talent within the Life Sciences industry, with a focus on Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, CROs, Consulting, Drug Discovery, and Biotech. With a commitment to quality and results, Mark leverages an extensive network and deep industry knowledge to provide clients and candidates with tailored recruitment solutions that drive success and growth.

Prior to Barrington James, Mark served as Director at a venture-backed recruitment firm, where he played a pivotal role in building a bilingual recruitment platform serving Tokyo's diverse market specializing in Healthcare.

Earlier, as Manager of Life Sciences at one of Japan's largest recruitment firms, Mark specialized in executive search for pharmaceutical and medical device companies, where he utilized his extensive network to identify and place highly skilled professionals. His five years with this firm allowed him to build strong relationships with key industry players, contributing to the growth of Japan's Life Sciences sector through strategic talent acquisition.

For inquiries about career development or adding experienced professionals to your organization in Japan / APAC, please reach out to Mark at mark@barringtonjames.com.