With a background in Law and a global academic journey from Cape Town to the Netherlands, Khanyi brings sharp analytical thinking and a people-first mindset to the world of scientific recruitment. Now a Senior Consultant at Panda, she specialises in connecting high-impact scientists with pioneering companies across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Switzerland.
Clients turn to Khanyi when speed and quality matter. Whether scaling start-up labs or building specialist teams, she’s known for her solution-focused approach, relentless follow-through, and ability to understand exactly what’s needed, even before it’s said.
She’s especially passionate about supporting candidates who are pushing the boundaries of innovation. Every placement is a small part in something bigger - whether that’s improving patient outcomes or accelerating research breakthroughs.
One of her proudest achievements? Helping a start-up lab grow its team by eight key hires in just six months, creating the foundation for their next stage of development.
Outside recruitment, Khanyi’s energy is just as impressive, she’s a former competitive dancer who’s performed in LA and London. Precision, performance, and pace? It’s all part of the package.
