Minds&More
We find outstanding talent in Life Sciences, MedTech, BioTech and sustainable industries
HR One is a niche executive search and interim talent partner, helping companies hire the right people in complex, scientific, technical and regulated environments.
We support organisations across life sciences, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and diagnostics, healthcare, agriculture and environmental sciences, as well as adjacent sectors facing similar levels of regulation and technical depth.
These are environments where the stakes are high, and where getting the right people in place truly matters. We work across leadership, commercial, operational , R&D and specialist functions, depending on where the need is greatest in Europe and beyond.
Connecting Top Talent
Founded in 2008 by Charlotte Peters, the business was built on a clear belief: that recruitment in highly specialised environments requires more than process. It requires understanding, curiosity and genuine relationships.
In 2016, Sofie Paeps joined as partner, supporting the continued growth of HR One into an international player for life sciences talent.
What started with a strong focus on life sciences has naturally expanded into adjacent sectors facing similar levels of complexity and precision. What connects them all is the need to get the right people in place, because in these environments, the impact of each hire is significant.
Charlotte and Sofie's warm, relationship-driven approach continues to drive the team's current approach.
Services
We have two core services, but one clear focus: getting the right people in place.
Why HR One?
At HR One, it’s not just about filling roles. It’s about understanding what success really looks like, and finding the people who can deliver it.
We understand your world
We work in sectors where technical depth and regulatory complexity matter. That context shapes every search we do.
We access the talent others don’t
Through long-standing relationships and a highly targeted approach, we reach candidates who are not actively on the market.
We build real relationships
We take the time to understand both clients and candidates, ensuring the right fit on both sides.
We move with purpose
We balance speed with precision, because in critical roles, both matter.
A founder-led approach
HR One was founded by Charlotte Peters who is still leading the business today.
Her approach has always been simple — take the time to understand people properly, be open and honest in communication, and build relationships that last.
That mindset continues to shape how we work as a team. We stay close to our clients and candidates, and take real ownership of every search we deliver.
Our mindset
We are an entrepreneurial and hands-on team, comfortable working in evolving and fast-moving environments.
We value collaboration, accountability and a down-to-earth approach in how we work — both internally and with our partners.
At the end of the day, we genuinely enjoy what we do: working with people and helping organisations and individuals move forward.
What we stand for
At HR One, it’s not just about filling roles. It’s about understanding what success really looks like, and finding the people who can deliver it.
Open and honest
We communicate openly and with respect. Clear, honest feedback is part of how we build trust with both clients and candidates.
One team
We work closely together and support one another to achieve the best outcomes. We believe strong collaboration leads to stronger results.
Entrepreneurial
We are curious, proactive and open to new ideas. We embrace change and continuously look for better ways to do things.
People-focused
We take the time to understand each individual, their background, ambitions and priorities, and treat every conversation with care and discretion.
Accountable
We take ownership of our work and follow through on what we commit to. We reflect, learn and continuously improve.
Fun
We believe enjoying what we do matters. A positive and supportive environment helps us do our best work together.
A network built on relationships, not databases
Over the years, we have built a strong and actively managed network of professionals across life sciences and technical industries.
We stay close to both emerging talent and experienced leaders through continuous engagement, industry involvement and direct relationships. This allows us to connect our clients with people they would not easily reach themselves.
Want to learn more about how we work? We’d be happy to start the conversation!
We focus on two core areas: executive search and interim management — both designed to help organisations secure the right talent at critical moments.
Whether the need is long-term leadership or specialist expertise at short notice, we work closely with our clients to understand the context, the challenge and the type of person who will make the biggest difference.
Part of Capenti
HR One is part of Capenti. Capenti combines the established expertise of executive search and interim management, represented by HR One, Schelstraete Delacourt, Apollo Executive Search and Minds&More. In today's landscape marked by talent shortage, we are witnessing a convergence between interim and permanent employment. Whereas Schelstraete Delacourt and Apollo Executive Search work extensively to ensure their clients benefit from a long-term strategic placement, Minds&More operates in a landscape where speed and flexibility are quintessential. HR One is active in both executive search and interim management, with a strong focus on the life sciences sector.
