Why Panda Is The Go-To MSP Plug-and-Play Partner

In the race to deliver breakthroughs in life sciences, every day - and every hire - counts. Delays in scaling teams can slow down product development, clinical trials, and market launches. That’s why choosing both the right MSP partner as well as the preferred suppliers isn’t just a procurement decision - it’s a strategic one.

Our team here at Panda is working as one of the most advanced Managed Service Provider suppliers in Europe with a strong focus on the Benelux, Switzerland, Ireland and Germany. We are here to remove hiring bottlenecks, mitigate risk, and accelerate growth - all while ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering measurable results.

Here are some MPS partners we have a strong collaboration with:

We know that speed and quality are the metrics that matter most. With an average time-to-fill of just 3 days and a 22% MSP fill rate, placing almost 1 out of 4 open positions across complex life sciences roles, Panda consistently delivers the talent our partners need - when they need it. On average, they conduct only 3.2 interviews before hiring - streamlining processes and reducing time-to-productivity.

Our impact goes beyond numbers. For one major biotech partner, we achieved a 44% fill rate within the first six months of our MSP partnership. For Amgen and Lonza, we’ve been recognised as their #1 supplier in the Netherlands with fill rates over 35%, while Johnson & Johnson continues to trust Panda as a top 2 partner.

Life sciences hiring comes with strict regulatory demands - and Panda ensures every placement meets them. With guaranteed European compliance, our own payroll solution (Panda Flex), NEN certification in the Netherlands, and a SECO license in Switzerland, we handle the complexity so you can focus on innovation. Our experience with Fieldglass and other supplier platforms gives you seamless integration and total visibility. Here are just a few of the Vendor Management Systems and MSP partners our team is working with daily. 

Whether you’re scaling a new site, ramping up for a clinical milestone, or building out a data science function, Panda’s MSP team grows with you. Our dedicated account management model means you’ll always have a team focused entirely on your success - supported by sourcing experts, compliance specialists, and contractor care professionals.

And because being an MSP is just one part of our offering, we can support you with RPO, project staffing, and ED&I consultancy to build a workforce that’s not only bigger, but better.

Behind every placement is a story, like Nikita, a candidate who joined a major pharmaceutical company through Panda. “From the very first call, you stood out as warm, approachable, and professional,” she shared. “You guided me through every step and helped me land an opportunity that exceeded my expectations.”

For us, these stories are more than testimonials. They’re proof that when talent is handled with care, it drives innovation and changes lives.

Our partnerships don’t end with placements. Panda actively invests in quarterly performance reviews, regular client workshops, and diversity and inclusion strategies that help our partners build stronger, more innovative teams. With 59% women in our workforce, 55% in leadership, and talent from 14 nationalities, we bring a globally minded approach that reflects the industry’s future.

We aren’t just another player in the MSP lifecycle, we’re a strategic and registered NBBU partner committed to delivering results that truly make a difference: faster hires, stronger compliance, and scalable talent solutions that keep partner organisations ahead of the curve.

With major NBBU and ABU reforms coming into effect in 2026, MSP programmes in the Netherlands will face increased complexity around contracting, equal pay, and assignment duration. Navigating these changes effectively will be crucial to staying compliant and avoiding operational risk.

Being NBBU-registered, our team ensures full compliance and business continuity for MSP clients, supporting them through every step of this transition.

• Our specialised MSP delivery model combines:
• Expert interpretation of upcoming NBBU/ABU frameworks
• Tailored contracting solutions aligned with Dutch labour law
• Seamless integration within MSP governance and reporting structures
• Legal and payroll experts to ensure compliant implementation and audit readiness

If you’re ready to strengthen your MSP programme with a trusted NBBU partner, let’s start the conversation. Together, we’ll keep your workforce strategy compliant, agile, and ready for the future. Contact Merel, our Head of MPS today