International healthcare services provider, UDG Healthcare, has appointed Nigel Clerkin as chief financial officer, starting 1 May 2018.

Clerkin (pictured) replaces Alan Ralph, who will provide support during the transition before retiring in November 2018.

Clerkin joins from medical products and technologies company ConvaTec Group, where he was chief financial officer for the last three years. Prior to this, he held roles in Elan Corporation, most recently as executive vice president and chief financial officer.

UDG Healthcare chief executive Brendan McAtamney commented: “We are delighted to welcome Nigel to UDG Healthcare. Nigel brings with him significant industry experience and an excellent track record of leading finance functions in the international healthcare sector.”

Nigel Clerkin commented: “Over the past number of years, UDG Healthcare has been transforming and growing into market leader positions within its key geographies. I look forward to building on this strong platform and helping Brendan and the team drive further international expansion across the group.”