Agash Selvakkumar

Agash is a Senior Consultant within H&P’s Legal and Compliance practice, focused on hiring in-house legal and compliance talent for the Life Sciences sector across the US.

He partners with leading life sciences and pharmaceutical organisations, placing General Counsels, Chief Legal Officers, and senior legal professionals, while his team supports broader legal and compliance hires from Paralegals through to Compliance Managers. With over two years’ experience focused on the US market – and additional exposure to global entities – Agash has developed a strong understanding of the complex regulatory and commercial demands that shape the industry.

He works with clients ranging from early-stage biotech start-ups to established global pharmaceutical groups, supporting business-enabling leadership appointments. Recognised for his extensive network across the in-house legal community, Agash brings a thoughtful and consultative approach to every search, identifying leaders who combine scientific understanding with legal expertise.

Fluent in Tamil, Agash enjoys exploring new cuisines and once had the opportunity to fly a propeller plane – an experience he hopes to repeat one day.