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Job Description

About The Company Zonneplan is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to accelerating the energy transition in the Netherlands through its ambitious initiative, plan Zero. The company envisions a future without fossil energy—free of emissions, waste, and dependency. At Zonneplan, every team member contributes to this mission by building and strengthening the workforce that drives sustainable innovation. The company fosters a culture of openness, direct communication, and teamwork, offering a dynamic environment where employees are empowered to share knowledge, collaborate, and continuously improve processes. Zonneplan leverages cutting-edge tools such as proprietary ATS systems, AI technology, and labor market insights to enhance recruitment and operational efficiency. About The Role As a Recruiter at Zonneplan, you will play a pivotal role beyond simply filling vacancies. You will independently manage a diverse portfolio of vacancies, ranging from technical to senior specialist roles, designing tailored sourcing strategies based on market scarcity. Your responsibilities extend from actively sourcing candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, networks, and creative channels to guiding candidates from initial contact through to contract signing. You will act as a trusted advisor and sparring partner to hiring managers, providing data-driven insights and market knowledge to refine hiring profiles and processes. Additionally, you will identify and implement improvements to recruitment tools and methodologies, contributing to the continuous optimization of the recruitment function. You will also develop and maintain talent pools for critical roles and collaborate with HR Business Partners and department heads to anticipate future staffing needs. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the teams that enable Zonneplan to realize its vision for a sustainable future. Qualifications Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a recruiter with demonstrated success in independently filling scarce or specialist profiles. Strong sourcing skills with creativity and perseverance in identifying candidates via LinkedIn, networks, and alternative channels. Excellent communication skills, capable of clear and persuasive dialogue with candidates and hiring managers. Ability to critically challenge hiring managers using data and labor market insights. Proactive ownership of recruitment processes, identifying and implementing improvements without prompting. Proficiency in the Dutch language is required. Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of vacancies independently, designing and executing sourcing strategies tailored to market conditions. Conduct intake interviews and collaborate with hiring managers to define and refine candidate profiles. Act as an advisor to hiring managers on feasibility, employment conditions, and alternative hiring solutions based on data and market knowledge. Source candidates actively through multiple channels including LinkedIn, job boards, personal networks, and creative alternatives. Guide candidates from first contact through to contract signing, ensuring a positive candidate experience. Identify and implement process improvements in recruitment tools, workflows, and methodologies. Maintain and develop talent pools for critical roles to support future hiring needs. Collaborate with HR Business Partners and department heads to anticipate and plan for future workforce requirements. Share knowledge and mentor junior colleagues to support their development in managing complex vacancies. Report on recruitment KPIs and adjust strategies as necessary to meet goals. Benefits Competitive salary ranging from €3,500 to €4,500 gross per month, commensurate with experience and skills. 25 vacation days with the option to purchase additional days. Travel expense reimbursement. Personal choice budget to spend on sports, groceries, or other personal needs. Access to the Zonneplan Academy from day one, supporting personal growth and continuous learning. Use of advanced recruitment tools including proprietary ATS, AI technology, and labor market data. A collaborative team environment characterized by openness, honesty, direct communication, and mutual support. Regular team activities including shared lunches and celebrations of recruitment successes. Equal Opportunity Zonneplan is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization and enhances our ability to achieve our mission.

Core Responsibilities

Independently manage vacancies from intake and sourcing through candidate selection and contract signing, while advising hiring managers with data and labor market insights. Improve recruitment processes and tools, maintain talent pools, plan for future workforce needs with HR partners, mentor junior colleagues, and report on recruitment KPIs.

Requirements

Requires at least two years of recruiting experience, including independently filling scarce or specialist roles, and strong sourcing skills across LinkedIn, networks, job boards, and alternative channels. Candidates must communicate effectively, use data and labor market insights to challenge hiring assumptions, take proactive ownership, and be proficient in Dutch.

Benefits

• 25 Vacation Days
• Option to Purchase Additional Vacation Days
• Travel Expense Reimbursement
• Personal Choice Budget
• Zonneplan Academy Access
• Advanced Recruitment Tools
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Team Activities