Overview
We are a specialist recruitment agency with a strong focus on the Japanese market in Europe especially in the Netherlands, France, and Germany. We are expanding our business in the Netherlands and Europe and looking for a young professional or recent graduate to work at our start-up office in Amsterdam-Zuid. This is an exciting opportunity for those wanting to grow and learn within a supportive recruitment team and become a key member of the business going forward. Applicants must be fluent in English and have language skills in either Germany, French, Dutch, or Japanese. Prior experience working in a Japanese company or living in Japan would be advantageous. Training in our London HQ will be provided for the successful applicant.
Eligibility and visa
Eligible applicants :
- Eligible visa: Citizenship, Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner
- NOT eligible: Student visa, Freelance visa, Working holiday visa, any other type of visa requiring visa sponsorship
Visa support : No
Associate Recruitment Consultant — Duties
- 360 Recruitment: Managing end-to-end recruitment cycle including sourcing, interview coordination, offer negotiation and placement
- Business Development: Identifying and developing new opportunities
- Account Management: Managing client relations through effective and professional communication
Daily activity
- Assessing and responding to the needs of each client and assignment. Each client will have a different need, so it is important to understand exactly what is required
- Sourcing candidates – Daily searches across major job boards and other sourcing platforms to find the best possible talent for your client
- Client relationship management – providing frequent updates to your client to maintain a smooth operation and establish a strong relationship
- Data inputting - Every vacancy, CV and correspondence is logged into a shared CRM system – data inputting and accuracy will be key
- Writing and amending job descriptions and posting jobs online
- Screening CVs and conducting interviews
- Attending networking events to develop new business with potential clients
Ideal candidate
- Totally fluent English is a must, and one of the following language skills
- Degree holder or equivalent
- Motivation to build a career within recruitment field
- Some previous experience within a sales / account management / B2B customer service environment would be advantageous
- Professional exposure to Japanese business culture and Japanese language skill would be great as you will be liaising with Japanese clients and candidates on occasion
- An analytical & forward thinker, enthusiastic, and “can-do” attitude
- A friendly & thoughtful individual with strong communication skills
- Ability to work as a team rather than as an individual - you will often be required to support colleagues in the course of your tasks
- Experience with Japanese culture is required (most of your colleagues will be Japanese)
Compensation
- Salary: €35,000-40,000 (1st year OTE), €40,000-50,000 (2nd year+ OTE)
- Benefit: Flexible allowance after 6 months (Medical, Gym, Dental, Massage etc), Transportation fee support
- Working hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00-18:00 (Hybrid working style will be applicable after the training)
Place of Work : Amsterdam-Zuid
Contract length : First contract will be 6 months, but aim is for long-term employment
- All applicants for the Associate Recruitment Consultant must have the right to work in the Netherlands without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
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