Talent Attraction Specialist (Publishing)

TL;DR

Talent Attraction Specialist (HR/Recruitment): Managing end-to-end recruitment and direct sourcing for the Dutch and European markets with an accent on stakeholder partnership and market analysis. Focus on delivering high-quality candidate experiences and aligning local hiring with global people strategies.

Location: Hybrid working model in Dordrecht, Netherlands

Company

hirify.global is a leading global publisher of research, providing technology-enabled products and platforms to help researchers and educators share discoveries.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for a diverse portfolio of roles within the Netherlands and across Europe.
• Partner with Hiring Managers as a trusted advisor, providing recruitment guidance and market insights.
• Proactively source candidates using direct sourcing techniques and appropriate channels.
• Ensure a professional, inclusive, and positive candidate experience aligned with company standards.
• Collaborate with global Talent Attraction and HR teams to improve regional and global initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Dutch labor legislation and global HR standards.

Requirements

• Fluency in English and Dutch language is required.
• Proven experience in direct sourcing, either in-house or within an agency environment.
• Strong understanding of recruitment delivery within the Dutch labor market.
• Ability to operate effectively within a matrixed, multinational organization.
• Strong problem-solving ability and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach.

Nice to have

• Fluency in German language.
• Experience with Workday or similar applicant tracking systems.
• Knowledge of Dutch labor law and experience working with Works Councils.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive work environment committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Opportunity to work within a global team for a pioneer in open research.
• Strong focus on accessibility and reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities or neurodivergence.