Description

I help growing companies hire the right talent quickly, efficiently, and with structure — whether you need embedded recruitment support, niche sourcing, or a complete hiring process setup.

With 10+ years of experience as a Talent Acquisition Partner across international organizations such as ZEISS and Sterling & Wilson, I combine hands-on recruitment delivery with strategic workforce planning. I don’t just fill roles — I act as a trusted partner to hiring managers, aligning talent strategy with business goals and building sustainable pipelines.

How I can support you:

• End-to-end recruitment (intake to offer & onboarding)

• Technical, R&D, industrial, tech, sales & GTM hiring

• High-volume recruitment

• Leadership and specialist search

• Talent mapping & proactive sourcing

• Interim / embedded recruiter support for scaling teams

What you can expect:

✔ Faster time-to-hire

✔ Strong stakeholder partnership

✔ Structured, data-driven hiring decisions

✔ High-quality candidate experience

✔ Practical, hands-on execution with strategic thinking

I work comfortably in fast-paced, international environments and quickly integrate with your team to deliver results from day one.

Available for freelance/ZZP and interim assignments across the Netherlands (on-site or remote).

Let’s connect to discuss how I can support your hiring goals.

Languages

English
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Almere Stad (up to 50km)

ZEISS GROUP,
Senior Recruiter
HUMAN RESOURCES
October 2022 - August 2025 (2 years and 10 months)
Netherlands
 Lead end-to-end recruitment for the Consumer Markets Division in Germany, covering specialist to senior leadership roles.
 Partner with business leaders to understand workforce needs and align hiring strategies with organizational goals.
 Deliver market intelligence and talent insights to guide decision-making and strengthen talent pipelines.
 Design and implement targeted sourcing strategies to identify and attract high-caliber candidates in competitive markets.
 Conduct in-depth screening and competency-based interviews to assess technical skills, cultural fit, and career aspirations.
 Negotiate offers and manage the employment contract process, ensuring compliance with company policies and local regulations
 Facilitate seamless onboarding for new hires, improving integration and retention rates.
 Maintain strong candidate relationships, ensuring an engaging and positive candidate journey.
 Continuously optimize recruitment processes to improve efficiency and reduce time-to hire.
 Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, building credibility through consistent delivery and strategic talent recommendations.
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Carl Zeiss India
TALENT ACQUISITION MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES
January 2018 - September 2022 (4 years and 8 months)
India
 Designed and implemented overall strategy for talent attraction across the organization.
 Collaborated with business leaders and HR functions to support and enable hiring of top talent.
 Led a team of 4 Talent Acquisition Specialists, providing guidance and mentorship.
 Tracked organizational restructuring and facilitated internal talent movements.
 Managed leadership hiring processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
 Drove campus hiring initiatives, including trainee and internship programs.
 Developed and executed strategies to accelerate business outcomes through talent acquisition.
 Built strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective workforce planning
 Monitored recruitment metrics and optimized processes to improve efficiency.
 Acted as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition best practices and market trends.
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STERLING AND WILSON
HR MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES
November 2010 - December 2017 (7 years and 1 month)
India
 Managed end-to-end recruitments for all key business verticals in the Southern Region of India.
 Oversaw PAN India recruitment for the Solar business, ensuring timely and quality hires.
 Directed learning and development initiatives to enhance employee skills and career growth.
 Implemented employee engagement programs to improve retention and satisfaction.
 Partnered with business leaders and managers to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
 Administered performance management processes, including appraisals and feedback mechanisms.
 Ensured compliance with labor laws, policies, and internal HR procedures.
 Drove talent acquisition across technical and non-technical roles, optimizing recruitment strategies.
 Fostered a positive work environment, promoting company culture and values.
 Led HR operations including onboarding, employee relations, and training programs to support business objectives.