Dutch-Speaking Resource Consultant / Resource Analyst

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Dutch-Speaking Resource Consultant / Resource Analyst in Cape Town. This role focuses on recruitment and data management, requiring strong Dutch proficiency and 1-3 years of relevant experience. You will handle candidate sourcing and mapping competitors while collaborating with stakeholders across Europe. A meticulous, organized individual will thrive in this hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Native-level or C1/C2 proficiency in Dutch (written and spoken).
• 1-3 years experience in recruitment, resourcing, or market/candidate research.
• Proficient with LinkedIn, ZoomInfo, CRM systems, and MS Office/Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Conduct competitor mapping and maintain structured datasets.
• Engage candidates through multiple outreach platforms.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to align talent mapping.

Skills

Dutch proficiency

Recruitment experience

Data management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

LinkedIn

ZoomInfo

CRM systems

MS Office/Google Workspace

Job description

Overview

Dutch-Speaking Resource Consultant / Resource Analyst

Join a fast-growing European electrical wholesale project with nearly 500 branches.

Location: Remote, Cape Town | Salary: R28,000 - R35,000 + Incentives

About Our Client

Our client is one of Europe's fastest-growing electrical wholesalers, operating close to 500 branches with a turnover of over £2 billion. With a focus on growth, market intelligence, and operational excellence, they are expanding their resourcing team. This is a unique opportunity to join a data-driven, international environment where your research and administrative expertise will have a direct impact on recruitment delivery and business growth.

The Role

Dutch-Speaking Resource Consultant / Resource Analyst

This role is highly administrative and research-focused, designed for a meticulous and organised individual who enjoys working with data and candidate sourcing. You will be responsible for populating and optimising a bespoke recruitment platform, conducting competitor mapping, building structured datasets, and engaging candidates through professional outreach. The role aligns with UK business hours and offers the chance to work closely with stakeholders across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Bring 1-3 years experience in recruitment resourcing, talent mapping, or research.
• Research and map 10-12 competitors across 35-40 branches in the Netherlands and UK.
• Identify and document branch-level staff such as Branch Managers and Sales Managers.
• Source and re-engage candidates using LinkedIn, ZoomInfo, email, text, and CRM platforms.
• Maintain accurate and structured datasets, ensuring CRM hygiene and quality reporting.
• Produce competitor insights and market intelligence reports for internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with regional leaders and hiring managers to align talent mapping to business needs.
• Deliver qualified candidate shortlists while ensuring meticulous data entry and record-keeping.

About You

• Native-level or C1/C2 proficiency in Dutch (written and spoken).
• 1-3 years experience in recruitment, resourcing, or market/candidate research.
• Strong proficiency with LinkedIn, ZoomInfo, CRM systems, and MS Office/Google Workspace.
• Skilled at high-volume administration, competitor mapping, and candidate data management.
• Meticulous, organised, and detail-focused; thrives in repetitive yet precise tasks.
• Strong written communication skills, with professional outreach via LinkedIn, email, and text.
• Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working independently in a hybrid Cape Town setup.
• Nice to have: Experience across DACH/Benelux/UK recruitment markets; exposure to wholesale/distribution or branch-based industries; additional languages (German or French).