BarkerGilmore is a premier team of medical device executive recruiters specializing in legal and compliance leadership. From early-stage innovators to global device manufacturers, we deliver seasoned legal talent who understand the intersection of innovation, regulation, and business strategy.
As one of the leading medical device executive search firms, we partner with companies developing diagnostic tools, surgical equipment, digital health platforms, and implantable technologies. Our placements bring more than legal expertise—they bring strategic insight, regulatory fluency, and industry gravitas.
Whether your company is navigating FDA submissions, preparing for commercialization, or scaling globally, our medical device executive search services help you secure legal and compliance executives who move your business forward.
Why Leading Medical Device Companies Choose BarkerGilmore
Specialized Industry Knowledge — Our consultants bring deep knowledge of the medical device sector—understanding FDA, EMA, MDR, ISO, and other complex regulatory landscapes.
Access to Elite Talent — We maintain direct relationships with top-tier legal and compliance professionals across the pharmaceutical and biotech ecosystems.
Proven Results Across Growth Stages — From venture-backed medtech startups to multinational manufacturers, our clients trust us to place General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officers, and regulatory leaders.
Confidential, Consultative Search — Our process is discreet, partner-led, and tailored to align with your company’s mission, values, and growth trajectory.
BarkerGilmore is a go-to resource for medical device executive search because we know the life sciences industry’s legal landscape is unlike any other. From 510(k) and PMA pathways to MDR compliance and product recalls, your legal and compliance leaders must operate with both precision and foresight.
Our clients include:
- Diagnostic and monitoring device companies
- Digital health and remote care platforms
- Surgical and implantable device manufacturers
- Medtech firms expanding into global markets
We help you identify legal and compliance executives who:
- Navigate FDA, EMA, and international regulatory requirements with confidence
- Build scalable compliance infrastructures to support product development and market growth
- Collaborate with R&D, clinical, and commercial teams as strategic partners
- Provide risk mitigation, board guidance, and deal support during critical inflection points
If your company operates in crossover spaces like digital therapeutics, health tech, or even managed care, our medical device executive recruiters understand how to match talent with multi-regulatory environments.
Our support extends beyond search. BarkerGilmore provides strategic coaching and advisory services for legal and compliance leaders navigating the high-stakes world of medtech. Whether newly appointed or preparing for expansion, our advisors help leaders:
- Seamlessly integrate into complex, high-growth environments
- Elevate leadership capabilities in areas like IP strategy, product liability, and regulatory negotiations
- Gain executive presence and strategic clarity to thrive in boardroom settings
For General Counsel: Legal Leadership That Drives Medtech Innovation
In the medical device industry, General Counsel must wear many hats—regulatory expert, risk strategist, IP protector, and business advisor. From clinical trial agreements to international distribution deals, your GC plays a vital role in guiding innovation while safeguarding integrity.
BarkerGilmore’s medical device executive recruiters identify and assess GC candidates with:
- Deep experience across medical device regulations
- The judgment to lead in high-risk, fast-paced environments
- Business acumen to support partnerships, acquisitions, and commercial milestones
Partner with a Medical Device Executive Search Firm You Can Trust
BarkerGilmore’s specialized focus on legal and compliance recruitment makes us a standout among medical device executive search firms. Whether you're preparing for your first FDA clearance or expanding globally, we help build leadership teams that scale with your vision.
As trusted medical device executive recruiters, we are proud to deliver:
- Precision hiring that supports innovation
- Confidential search aligned with your growth strategy
- Long-term advisory support for legal and compliance success
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