Christian Finnegan

Christian Finnegan joined Discover International to combine a passion for connecting people with a drive to make a tangible impact in the life sciences world. Now based in Praha, Czechia, Christian brings over 13,000 days of hands-on experience in recruitment, with a particular focus on the medical device sector across Europe and the occasional venture into the United States.

Specialising in regulatory affairs, R&D, business development, and clinical education, Christian partners closely with both global OEMs and innovative start-ups. For smaller companies, Christian’s expertise lies in streamlining certification, accelerating product timelines and navigating the complexities of regulatory pathways; with larger organisations, the focus shifts to clinical education and strategic product management. Clients trust Christian for an upfront, pragmatic approach - valued for technical understanding, unwavering transparency, and a commitment to honest conversation. It’s this combination of technical fluency and approachable candor that has come to define Christian’s legendary guidance and ability to solve hiring challenges that others leave unsolved.

Rooted in psychology and shaped by a decisively bold move from Ireland to Spain, Christian’s journey reflects a love for learning, a knack for social engineering, and an affinity for connecting with teams at every level. Whether working with seasoned R&D specialists or ambitious startups ready to scale, Christian’s ability to “talk the talk and walk the walk” means building relationships that go beyond recruitment—offering insight, support, and strategic advice to candidates and clients alike.

What truly drives Christian is the opportunity to contribute to healthtech evolution, knowing that connecting the right expert with the right opportunity can enable breakthrough products and save lives. The underlying philosophy: don’t take yourself too seriously - bring humour, empathy, and joy to every interaction, and create recruitment experiences that are both rewarding and memorable.

Away from the desk, Christian’s Irish heritage, love of automotive engineering, two loyal dogs, and a playful approach to life help sustain a passion that extends far beyond just business. Whether bridging cultural divides or opening new doors for those searching for their next chapter, Christian is motivated by ensuring health technology serves people, by people, for people. One legendary hire at a time.