Should I reach out to Headhunters (Life Science PhD Applying for First Consulting Position)

I am applying specifically for biopharma/MedTech consulting positions at all firms I can find that offer this position in my location. Is it worth reaching out to consulting headhunters to get an offer? If so, how can I get in contact with a consulting headhunter?

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I'm assuming you mean like a position at a management consulting firm (i.e., BCG)? If so, I would reach out to the people in charge of recruiting for that office you are looking for (usually have that info on their website and if not, look for a senior in that office that focuses on projects in the space you have a specialty for) and then use the email template of the firm to reach out to them for a call/coffee.

Thats how I would go about it

 

I've applied to major firms (MBB, Big 4, Accenture) and boutiques specifically for their life science consulting roles. I have gotten a few interviews lined up, but I am wondering if there are alternative strategies (headhunting, networking) that would help to also reach out to

 

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