Intentional. Strategic. Aligned.
From executive hiring or embedded support, to behavioral interview design or building talent infrastructure, we bring the strategy, execution and domain fluency to scale biotech and wellness companies: Giving you clarity and confidence.oh-ree-go (noun, Latin).
A fixed point from which growth, perception, or movement starts.
Origo is built around a simple principle: deeply embedded, hands-on work, led by Origo’s Founder and Principal Consultant, Taran Jefferson. Available for fractional or project-based engagements.
Every project, whether it’s a full system design, performing an executive search, or curating an interview workshop to improve hiring, the work starts and stays under his leadership. He sets the strategy, runs initial discovery and intake, and remains available and accountable through every phase.
About Taran Jefferson
(Founder & Principal Consultant)
Taran Jefferson is a global Talent Acquisition leader with over 15 years of experience scaling high-growth teams across the life sciences industry. He has built and led TA functions from the ground up at companies like Seed Health and 10x Genomics, where he oversaw hiring across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, led executive search strategy, and helped scale R&D headcount through IPO and multiple acquisitions. Taran was also an integral part of the build-out of Regeneron’s Genetics Center (RGC). Before going in-house, Taran ran high-performing teams at multiple award-winning recruitment firms.
His approach blends behavioral science (including principles from the NeuroLeadership Institute and Thomas Profiling) with sharpness in operational design. He has trained over 90 recruiters and built values-based hiring systems that succeed in driving performance, equity, and retention. With deep experience partnering directly with scientific and executive stakeholders, Taran brings a rare combination of strategic clarity, systems thinking, and much-needed empathy into every engagement.
Engagement Menu
Our searches begin with a nominal $15,000 retainer. This commitment gives you immediate access to our strategic advisory and search execution. The remaining fee is only due upon an accepted offer.
Simple, low-risk, high-quality. Instant momentum.
We embed directly into your team to lead across the full spectrum of talent work. From day-to-day execution to long-term strategy, we operate with context, ownership and flexibility to drive outcomes that matter. You get senior-level impact without the cost or commitment of a full-time talent function.
We offer a wide range of à la carte services for teams that need project-based support. Whether it's crafting interview scorecards, refining your employer brand or advising on compensation, each project is tailored to your priorities with clear deliverables and rapid turnaround. Pricing varies by project complexity and company size.
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Curious whether Origo is the right fit for your hiring goals? This no-cost consultation is a chance to talk through what’s working well, what’s not and where we can help. Whether you're scaling a team, refining your process or just want a second opinion, we’ll bring sharp thinking and honest perspective.
No pressure. Just clarity and a thoughtful next step.
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