Retained Services
Saving you time, effort, and money in the recruitment process
At EMEA Recruitment, we believe that it is fundamentally important to listen first and then challenge our clients to ensure the best solution is provided. This is a key factor in building long-term relationships.
In 2019, we launched our Retained Service offering, which provides a dedicated search/headhunting approach to save you time, effort, and money in your recruitment cycle.
Our specialist Consultants recruit in Switzerland, the Netherlands, and the wider EMEA region, but have also worked with clients in the UK, USA, Austria, Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, India, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Australia.
Save Time in your Recruitment Process with Video Shortlists
EMEA Live is available for all retained assignments to considerably reduce interview time for line managers and to improve the efficiency of your recruitment process.
In advance, we will agree the questions that your EMEA Consultant will ask the candidates, to ensure consistency across all of our screening interviews.
We record the virtual interviews and send them with the candidates' CVs, allowing you to see the candidate and their responses first-hand, while deciding who to invite to face-to-face interviews.
We can also interview you on camera to tell the candidates about your company and vacancy - this is particularly useful for a difficult-to-fill role.
EMEA Live meeting rooms accomodate multiple people at once, allowing all those involved in the recruitment process to be present in a meeting at the same time.
View an example of an EMEA Live talent dashboard (password: EMEALIVE) here.
We understand that the hiring needs of a global business can be broad, stretching across a wide geography and potentially requiring some niche skillsets. Some roles need expert support and advice.
We specialise in sourcing candidates for roles within the following discplines:
- Finance & Accountancy
- Human Resources
- Procurement & Supply Chain
- Operations
- Technology & Transformation
Jobs available
EMEA Recruitment has exclusively partnered with a sustainable, scale-up organization and listed company, offering all the aspects of a multi-national, but on a smaller scale.
They seek a General Accountant to join their team in Breda and report into the Finance Director.
This role will suit a hands-on General Accountant who enjoys a dynamic environment and has had full responsibility of A-Z accounting in an international setting.
Responsibilities of the General Accountant include:
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with IFRS/GAAP
- Maintain thorough supporting documentation for all financial transactions
- Assist with statutory compliance, VAT returns, and external audits
- Support internal control processes and financial reporting accuracy
- Manage invoice booking, accruals, and cash/treasury activities
- Provide general financial and business support across the organization
Experienced required:
- Degree in Finance or equivalent
- 2 years experience in an international environment, with knowledge of international group reporting
- Good IT skills including Excel; Dynamics 365 Business Central exposure is a plus
- Fluent in Dutch and English (both are an essential requirement)
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
EMEA Recruitment is excited to partner exclusively with a multinational industry-leading services business as they search for an Operational Controller to join their team in The Hague.
As Operational Controller, you will report into the Head of Finance NL and be responsible for monitoring the financial performance of the local operations.
This is a great opportunity for an independent and commercially minded candidate who will be a true business partner to the operational teams.
Please note: This role will require travel to local sites each week on a rotation.
Responsibilities of the Operational Controller include:
- Monitor and analyze site performance, profitability, and KPIs to support operational decision-making
- Prepare monthly reports, budgets, and forecasts, and contribute to financial closings
- Ensure accurate reporting and data integration using tools like Tagetik and BI dashboards
- Support financial aspects of integrating newly acquired entities
- Drive process improvements and harmonize financial practices across sites
- Act as a key finance partner to site managers and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Master’s degree level qualification or equivalent in controlling
- 3-6 years’ international experience in controlling or financial analysis with a commercial focus
- Excellent understanding of accounting processes, as well as proven expertise in financial analysis and modeling
- Advanced Excel skills, ERP knowledge, and hands-on BI experience
- Fluent in Dutch and English (both are an essential requirement)
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
EMEA Recruitment is searching for a GL Accountant on behalf of our client, a multi-national organization operating in the energy sector.
As the GL Accountant, you will be part of a high-performing team working closely with multiple entities across EMEA.
For this position, there is a chance for progression due to the consistent growth in the business and you will play a key role in managing day-to-day intercompany accounting activities.
Responsibilities of the GL Accountant:
- Balance sheet reconciliation of GL accounts
- Journal entry posting
- Clearance of balance sheet accounts and lead sheet reviews
- Liaising with controller teams on balance position
- Maintaining and monitoring AR
- Inter-company monthly and weekly AR & AP accruals
- 3-5 years’ experience in Accounting
- Bachelor\'s/Master\'s in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar
- Fluent in English, French is advantageous
- Experience with SAP
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
EMEA Recruitment is proud to work with a well-established facilities business in its search for an Accountant.
As the Accountant, you\'ll independently handle AP, AR, payroll, and accounting duties, while also acting as a business partner to the operations and sales teams.
This dynamic, rapidly expanding, and unique business offers a Finance professional the opportunity to take ownership, work independently, and collaborate closely with the wider business.
The role will suit an outgoing, proactive, and self-driven candidate with strong social skills and a technical mindset.
This position also offers two days of remote work per week and a competitive salary/benefits package.
The main duties of the Accountant:
- Handle AP, AR, accounting, and payroll administration for German entities
- Close collaboration and acting as a business partner to the commercial and sales teams
- VAT compliance
- Assisting in month end closing
The skills, experience, and qualifications required for the Accountant:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience in similar roles (Bookkeeper, Accountant, Financial Administration)
- Good working experience with Excel
- Fluent in German and English
- Exposure to Dynamics is preferred
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
Our client, a pan-European company, with an innovative growth strategy seeks a Country General Manager to lead their technical services business to continued expansion across Belgium.
They seek a commercially astute Country General Manager with industry experience in technical services, electrical, or mechanical services to join their expanded team.
Focusing largely on public sector tendering proposals, the successful candidate will bring a proven background in leading public sector tendering exercises.
Key objectives for the Country General Manager:
- Sales: You will lead public tendering processes from strategy to submission
- Identify and secure new commercial opportunities across Belgium
- Lead a small team, with the aim to grow the function as the business increases its already impressive growth strategy
- Monitor market trends and policy developments in public procurement to stay ahead of the competition
Candidate profile:
- 10+ years of experience in technical or mechanical services, with a good understanding of operational challenges and solutions where you have progressed to gain commercial responsibilities
- Strong experience in public tendering, including preparing winning bids and managing complex contracts
- Business development mindset with a strategic and analytical approach
- Fluency in Dutch and/or French (bilingual is highly desirable); English is mandatory
- Willingness to travel across Belgium as needed
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
Our client, a rapidly growing technology scale-up, is looking for a Corporate Secretary to support its corporate governance and compliance functions.
This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-paced environment with international exposure, including a NASDAQ listing.
Key Responsibilities of the Corporate Secretary:
- Prepare and manage corporate documentation, including board resolutions and meeting minutes
- Coordinate board and shareholder meetings, ensuring timely distribution of materials
- Maintain and update corporate records to ensure legal compliance
- Monitor and interpret Dutch corporate law, NASDAQ listing rules, and other regulations
- Liaise with board members, stakeholders, and external counsel to ensure timely task completion
- Oversee compliance matters across a portfolio of entities in multiple jurisdictions
- Support legal and regulatory filings, company registrations, and standard legal documentation
- Collaborate with external advisors, including legal and audit teams
Candidate Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law from a Dutch university
- 5+ years\' experience in a corporate secretary, legal, or governance role
- Experience working with or within a NASDAQ-listed company is essential
- Strong knowledge of Dutch corporate governance and legal frameworks
- Excellent organizational, communication, and coordination skills
- Fluent in English
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
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