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Transparency, open communication and a partnership of equals are extremely important to us. Our aim is to clear up any question marks and give you a clear understanding of our services and the processes of our consultancy. Here you will find the answers to frequently asked questions – if anything is still unclear, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Frequently asked questions

For which industries does Xelentis offer the personnel consulting service?

We are active in the pharma, medical technology, life science and healthcare sectors. We also serve the associated sub-sectors.

This includes the following areas in pharma:
Biotechnology in medicine, industry, agriculture, research-based pharmaceutical manufacturers in various indication areas, generics manufacturers in various indication areas, consumer health care manufacturers, OTC manufacturers, manufacturers of phytopharmaceutical products (phytopharmaceuticals), food supplements, cosmetics, homeopathy, balanced diets, diagnostics industry: clinical chemistry, immunodiagnostics, point-of-care diagnostics, haematology diagnostics, molecular diagnostics, in-vitro/in-vivo diagnostics

OEM manufacturer:
Solid moulds, semi-solid moulds, liquid moulds, parenterals,
Service providers: CROs, CMOs, CDMOs, laboratories, research institutes, pharmaceutical engineering, consulting (GMP, compliance), laboratory equipment manufacturers

Suppliers to the pharmaceutical industry:
API and excipient manufacturers, manufacturers of packaging and packaging machinery (primary and secondary packaging), manufacturers of machinery for the production of pharmaceuticals, manufacturers of laboratory diagnostics and laboratory diagnostics equipment

In the medical technology sector, we fill positions in the following sub-sectors and sub-sub-sectors:
Traumatology, orthopedics, spinal surgery, general surgery, sports medicine
Dental, maxillofacial, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, ENT, dermatology cardiology, cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, vascular intervention, angiology, MIS, pneumology, pulmonology, respiratory
Homecare, rehabilitation, post-operative systems, electromedicine
Image processing, radiology, CT, MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, navigation
Radiotherapy, oncology, anesthesia, intensive care medicine
Neurology, neurosurgery, nephrology
Gastroenterology, urology, gynecology, paediatrics

We are filling the following positions in the healthcare sector:
Doctors in all specialties, clinic management, management, administrative management, nursing, clinic and practice areas such as administration, purchasing, medical controlling, OTAs, management in the health, home and care sector

From what budget (annual gross amount) do you fill positions?

As a rule, we fill positions from an annual salary of approx. 80,000 euros in Expert Search and from 120,000 euros in Executive Search. However, there are also exceptions. Just ask us.

Are you only filling positions that require specific expertise within the industries, such as quality experts, or also generalist roles that may not require specific expertise, such as finance or HR?

We fill both types of positions within our field of activity. We have the necessary expertise to fill specialist positions, which enables us to quickly understand our clients and communicate with candidates on an equal footing. Of course, our areas of expertise also include general functions in areas such as HR, accounting and logistics.

Do you only fill permanent positions or also temporary positions and interim functions?

We are currently only filling permanent positions. We are not currently recruiting for interim positions.

In which geographical regions do you fill positions?

Xelentis is operationally active in the DACH region, i.e. Germany, Austria and Switzerland. In other countries, such as France, we work together with partners.

Is Xelentis familiar with setting up entire organisations in Germany, Austria and Switzerland?

Yes, we have already set up entire marketing and sales organisations and new locations in Germany, Austria and Switzerland in the past.

Do you also offer your consulting services to start-up companies?

We are aware that financing within a start-up company is usually more difficult than in established companies.
Nevertheless, we are of the opinion that start-up companies should also be equipped with good specialists and managers, especially in C-level positions, and we offer specific models to support them. Please contact us if you are interested.

Do they also work on behalf of candidates?

No, as a rule our clients are companies for whom we fill positions.

How does the application process work for candidates?

Easy to apply either via the job portal or by speculative application.
Upon receipt of your application, you will receive a response with a request for authorisation to store your data.
If you apply for an advertised position, we will review your application, contact you directly and forward your application to the company or invite you to an initial interview.
If you have submitted an unsolicited application, your data will remain in our talent pool until your candidate profile matches an open vacancy.
We support you in preparing for subsequent interviews and are on hand to advise you.
After the interviews, we receive feedback from the company, which we forward to you immediately. In the best-case scenario, we can already send you a concrete contract offer.
We are also the point of contact for candidates and companies during contract negotiations.
You can find out more about the application process here.

What documents do I need to apply for a position?

The most important element of your application is a current CV (curriculum vitae), which contains all the important data and, ideally, a photo of you. (Recommended for the DACH region). The CV should be in chronological order, starting with your current position and should be complete.
Tip: If you have a current LinkedIn profile, you can also use it to apply.
If you apply via the job portal, a cover letter is recommended, but not a must. If you see an interesting position, you can contact the person named in the advert in advance, who will usually be able to provide you with specific information about the position and the company. This will allow you to formulate your cover letter even more specifically.
If you would like to include references, please organize them chronologically and bundle them into a single PDF file. If references are missing, please indicate this and give reasons for the absence.
You should not send anything else, such as references or any specialized articles you may have published.
Important: All documents should be sent as PDF files and not as Word files.

As a candidate, can I also send an unsolicited application to Xelentis?

Yes, of course you can also send us an unsolicited application. We will add your application documents to our applicant pool after you have agreed to the data storage. As soon as we have a mandate that matches your profile, we will contact you immediately and present the position to you.

Do you charge candidates for your services?

Our services are currently free of charge for candidates.

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