Who we are

Andy Preston

CEO

We think he looks 55, he claims he is 43 but the grey hairs don’t lie. Has successfully built numerous recruitment businesses in specialist sectors with a global focus.

Continues to enjoy connecting at a senior level with leaders in the MedTech and Biotech industry as well as always looking for potential talent to join the VIDA brand. Lives by the mantra that the best people go to the best business at recruiting!

Often seen in his uniform of jeans and black t-shirt.

James Manby

Managing Director

Wearing many hats for the business, and with a few specialist sectors to his armoury, James is globally networked across a range of disciplines and fast growing therapy areas. He is the driver of the life sciences bus!
Quick to react to issues, ‘Manby’ as he’s known internally will often be found creating new solutions and completing the job!

Dad to two young boys, he’s a football coach, decent golfer and enjoyer of Gin.

James Gillman

Director - MedTech

Our go-to for all things MedTech, James has been doing MedTech recruitment for 12 years. What he doesn’t know about new and upcoming cardiology and neuro start-ups isn’t worth knowing. Known internally as Gillman (too many James’), he is trusted by numerous industry leaders to find great people but also feed them industry insight.

In winter he plays squash, in summer he plays golf and in-between goes to the waste recycling centre (tip) far too often to be considered normal.

John Swift

Head of Oncology

His name befits his service level. John, or Swifty to us, has built his reputation on the speed and quality of turnaround for his clients. Our lead for BioTech and Pharma markets, his placements over the years will have helped many an early-stage biotech successfully develop and launch new therapies to market.

Aside from his encyclopaedic knowledge of his market, he also has an encyclopaedic knowledge of the English Football League and for his sins is a Sheffield Wednesday fan.

Myles Clegg

Head of MedTech

Wise and mature beyond his years, Myles has developed an outstanding reputation in the market since joining us in 2018. Destined to be in this sector after studying Biomedical Science at University Myles splits his time between the UK and USA with family in Chicago.

Considered, professional and level-headed, except when Leeds United are playing, he probably knows more about cardiology and vascular devices than some of his clients. Just got a puppy so feel free to ask him for pictures.

Tom Herbert

Head Of Sales - Outsourced / Umbrella Payroll

Tom is a bit of a legend in the payroll sector – challenging, frank and assertive, his approach delivers projects time and time again. His knowledge of the sector, legislation and market influences is unquestionable – he can find people if you need someone or can create a role. His passion is travel….and that is anywhere he can get to in a weekend such as Africa or Greece for the night.

Tom Swinney

Senior Consultant – Bioinformatics