Francesca Strange
Francesca Strange
Specialist Manager - Business Support
My background in recruitment has focused on Finance, Administration, and Business Support in Healthcare.
The roles I work on include:
Finance
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I am passionate about ethical recruitment and enjoy connecting with new people, building long-lasting relationships based on trust and a consultative approach.
I have extensive experience in both permanent and contracting recruitment and a deep understanding of the diverse characteristics required for administration/business support. Additionally, I possess extensive knowledge of the commercial, strategic, and technical aspects of Finance. This understanding allows me to match high-quality candidates with the right opportunities to help businesses reach their goals and assist candidates in advancing their careers.
My academic background includes a BSc in Nutrition & Food Consumer Sciences from the University of Reading, UK. This education has given me the necessary skills to understand clients' and candidates' needs and provide effective solutions.
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Fran has been 100% supportive of me since I've been looking for new work opportunities. She provides me with useful interview tips and follows up with clients for feedback after attending the interview. She is very patient and does her best to secure a job for me. I feel so blessed to have an opportunity to receive Fran's professional advice and service.
Finance Officer , Technology Company -
I recently worked with Fran to help me recruit for a new finance position. Despite the challenging market, Fran really listened to our requirements and went above and beyond to identify candidates with excellent experience and who would also be a great fit for our organisation. She is always very professional, very responsive and a pleasure to work with.
Finance Manager , Medical Devices Company -
Francesca is one of the best recruitment professionals I have ever worked with. Instead of the common fluffy approach recruiters use, she is direct and effective, knows what she is doing very well, and does meet deadlines. Additionally, she is very personable, communicates very well, and has lovely manners.
Project Manager , Medical Devices Company -
Fran is fantastic at what she does. She is very professional in her dealings, easily approachable and has the best interests for her clients. She helped me with my current role and I strongly recommend her services. Wish you all the best Fran!
Legal Counsel , Global Hygiene, Health and Nutrition Company -
Fran has been absolutely amazing in finding the right opportunity for the right talent. She has a great understanding of the Australian job market, and makes sure that the candidate and organisation are a good fit not just work wise, but also culturally. Through my job search process, Fran was extremely professional, kept me in the loop throughout the hiring process and was always available to provide direction and guidance. All the best and keep up the good work!
Senior Finance Business Partner , Global Pharmaceutical Company -
Fran is very friendly, supportive and efficient! If you are looking for a job in healthcare industry, you can count on her!
Sales Operations Analyst , Global Healthcare Logistics & Medical Supplies Company -
Francesca is an excellent recruitment consultant. She provides valuable insights and enough information for aspirants to do the best in their interviews and recruitment process. Francesca is very supportive, motivating, and highly professional. She quickly understood the kind of role I was looking for, recognising my Data Science strengths and putting me forward for exactly the right job in the field. She was always there to help throughout the process. I could not recommend Francesca more highly.
Machine Learning & Data Engineer , Global Pharmaceutical Company -
Francesca was an immense help from the very beginning. She took the time to really get to know me as a person and understood my strengths and what I was looking for in the next phase of my career. Francesca helped narrow down roles which played to my strengths and was guiding and supporting me through the interview process.
Senior Business Intelligence & Insights Analyst , Global Pharmaceutical Company
Jobs by Francesca Strange.
Junior Digital Producer
- Mascot
- $35 - $38 + Super per hour
Benefits 12-month contract (hourly rate) Hybrid working environment Offices based in Mascot, 2020 Parking onsite Opportunity to support large-scale digital campaigns within a global organisation Structured learning and support from experienced digital professionals Strong development opportunity for a graduate or early-career digital professional About the Company This organisation is a global healthcare company with a strong focus on digital innovation and multichannel engagement. About the Opportunity An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Digital Producer to join an internal digital team on a 12-month contract. This role is well suited to a recent graduate or early-career professional who is interested in digital platforms, marketing technology, and digital campaign delivery. This role focuses on digital platform management and campaign execution rather than graphic design or creative development. The position offers hands-on exposure to enterprise platforms and the opportunity to build practical experience in digital production within a large organisation. What you'll be doing Updating and maintaining website content using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Building and updating pages using existing global templates and components Supporting marketing teams with digital requests and campaign updates Uploading digital content and assets provided by internal teams or agencies Building and activating customer journeys within Salesforce Marketing Cloud (SFMC) Preparing and sending email communications using pre-built templates Working with pre-built website and email templates rather than designing creative assets Conducting testing and quality checks before campaigns go live Monitoring digital content and supporting ongoing updates and improvements Communicating clearly with stakeholders to provide updates, clarify requirements, and manage timelines Working with internal teams and external agencies to ensure campaigns are delivered correctly What you'll need A degree in digital marketing, marketing, web, multimedia, IT, or a related field Strong interest in digital platforms, CMS systems, or marketing automation tools rather than graphic design Excellent communication skills and confidence working with different stakeholders Agile, proactive and ability to work autonomously Exposure to Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) or Salesforce platforms such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud and/or basic understanding of HTML and CSS is advantageous Exposure to CMS platforms, marketing automation tools, or digital campaign environments would be beneficial but not essential Culture You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive digital team that works closely with marketing teams across the organisation. The team values initiative, clear communication, and attention to detail. Team members are approachable and invested in helping junior hires develop their skills and gain practical experience working with enterprise digital platforms. How to Apply... Your application will be reviewed by Francesca Strange, Specialist Manager. About Healthcare Professionals Group... Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing. For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com.
Sales & Marketing Assistant
- Pymble
- $53 - $55 per hour + Super
Benefits... 6-month contract (hourly rate) Hybrid working environment (3 days in the office) Offices located in Pymble, 2073 Exposure to a global pharmaceutical organisation Broad commercial support role across sales and marketing About the Company... Our client is a well-established global pharmaceutical organisation with a strong presence in the Australian market. Known for its collaborative culture and high compliance standards, the business operates within a structured commercial framework supporting sales, marketing and medical functions. This opportunity sits within a busy commercial team requiring strong operational and administrative support. About the Opportunity... This is a hands-on Sales & Marketing Assistant role providing operational and administrative support to a commercial team, including the Business Unit Head, sales representatives and marketing. The position is suited to someone who enjoys structure, process management and coordinating multiple moving parts across a regulated environment. It requires a high level of organisation, attention to detail and confidence. What You'll Be Doing... Supporting the commercial team across day-to-day administrative activities Managing the internal pre-approval process for sales and marketing materials Assisting with vendor and clinician contracting processes Raising and administering purchase orders and tracking contracts and invoices Generating budget reports and reconciling spend against planned activities Coordinating conferences, trade stands and meeting logistics end-to-end Managing travel and accommodation for the commercial team Supporting promotional material approvals Compiling documentation for tenders and formulary submissions Processing and tracking HCP starter pack requests What You'll Need... Previous experience in a Sales & Marketing Assistant or similar role Experience within pharmaceutical, medical device or regulated healthcare environments highly regarded Strong experience managing purchase orders, contracts and budget tracking Experience coordinating conferences or large-scale meetings High attention to detail and strong process orientation Confidence working across multiple stakeholders Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage competing deadlines in a structured environment Culture... You will be joining a collaborative and professional team led by a supportive Business Unit Head. The environment values structure, accountability and teamwork, with clear processes and cross-functional collaboration across sales, marketing and medical. How to Apply... Your application will be reviewed by Francesca Strange, Specialist Manager. About Healthcare Professionals Group... Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing. For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com.
Finance & Administration Officer
- Macquarie Park
- $48 - $51 + Super per hour
Benefits... 6 month contract ASAP start Office based, Mon – Fri Offices located in Macquarie Park, 2113 Parking onsite Work with a high-performing finance team within a respected global healthcare organisation Exposure to SAP, Concur and commercial finance analytics Opportunity to build month-end and reporting experience alongside senior finance leaders About the Company... A leading global healthcare organisation with a strong presence across ANZ. They are known for delivering high-quality products, promoting internal development and providing a stable, inclusive workplace. About the Opportunity... This contract role exists to support the finance division during a period of transition. The team requires a capable Finance & Administration Assistant who can quickly step into month-end support, invoice processing, reporting and other finance related tasks. What You’ll Be Doing... Maintain and manage archive records and documentation Create and manage vendors, purchase orders, speaker and service agreements Process invoices Maintain consignment agreements and pricing quote records Prepare and maintain daily sales reports Produce weekly and monthly financial reports, analytics and control reporting Support budgeting, spend reporting and financial consolidation processes Provide commercial support for contract and tender submissions and retention Providing general finance administration, data entry and ad-hoc support as required What You’ll Need... 2+ years' experience in finance administration, accounts support or similar role Strong Excel skills: sorting/cleansing, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables and formulas Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and refine data High attention to detail and ability to manage volume and deadlines Assertive yet friendly, collaborative communication style - able to work with a range of internal stakeholders Proactive, fast learner who can pick up tasks quickly and take initiative Culture... The finance team is friendly, collaborative and supportive, with a mix of quiet, focused individuals and commercially driven stakeholders. The hiring manager values kindness, initiative and people who bring positive energy into the team. You’ll work closely with experienced finance professionals who are generous with their knowledge and supporting someone coming into this role. How to apply... Your application will be reviewed by Francesca Strange, Specialist Manager. About Healthcare Professionals Group... Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing. For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com.
COMBINED EXPERIENCE
At HPG, we pride ourselves on bringing together a diverse group of professionals with extensive backgrounds in the healthcare recruitment industry. Our combined years of experience and specialised knowledge ensure that we deliver unparalleled service to our clients and candidates. By working collaboratively, we harness our collective expertise to meet and exceed your goals and expectations, providing tailored solutions and exceptional support every step of the way. Discover how our unified team effort drives success in every project we undertake.
Jo Turner
Divisional Manager - Business Support, Operations and Life Sciences
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