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Job Description

About The Company Zonneplan is a forward-thinking organization committed to accelerating the energy transition towards a fossil-free Netherlands. Known as plan Zero, this ambitious initiative aims to eliminate emissions, waste, and dependency on fossil fuels. At Zonneplan, every team member plays a critical role in making this vision a reality. The company fosters a collaborative environment with direct communication, short lines, and openness, where employees support one another and share knowledge. By leveraging innovative tools such as proprietary ATS systems, AI technology, and labor market insights, Zonneplan empowers its workforce to recruit and retain the talent necessary to drive sustainable change. About The Role As a Recruiter at Zonneplan, you will manage your own portfolio of vacancies independently, ranging from technical roles to senior positions. Your primary responsibility will be to design tailored sourcing strategies for each role, especially for scarce and specialist profiles. You will actively source candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, your network, and creative alternative channels. Acting as a trusted sparring partner for hiring managers, you will conduct intake sessions, refine candidate profiles, and provide data-driven advice on market feasibility, compensation, and alternative solutions. You will continuously optimize recruitment processes by identifying improvements in tools and methodologies, reporting on key performance indicators, and taking ownership of enhancements. Additionally, you will contribute to building talent pools for critical roles, collaborate with HR Business Partners and department heads to forecast future staffing needs, and mentor junior colleagues to help them grow within complex recruitment assignments. Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience as a recruiter with a proven track record of independently filling scarce or specialist profiles. Strong sourcing skills with creativity and persistence in identifying candidates via LinkedIn, networks, and alternative channels. Excellent communication skills with the ability to ask critical questions and challenge hiring managers based on data and market knowledge. High degree of ownership and proactivity in identifying and implementing process improvements without needing supervision. Proficiency in the Dutch language is required. Experience working with ATS systems and familiarity with AI recruitment technologies is a plus. Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of vacancies independently, developing bespoke sourcing strategies tailored to market scarcity. Actively source candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, personal networks, and innovative alternatives. Conduct intake meetings with hiring managers to clarify role requirements and candidate profiles. Advise hiring managers on candidate feasibility, market conditions, and compensation packages using data and personal expertise. Identify and implement improvements in recruitment tools, processes, and methods to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Monitor and report on recruitment KPIs, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet hiring goals. Develop and maintain talent pools for critical positions to ensure a pipeline of qualified candidates. Collaborate with HR Business Partners and department heads to anticipate and plan for future staffing needs. Share knowledge and mentor junior recruiters to support their professional growth. Benefits Competitive salary ranging from €3,500 to €4,500 gross per month, dependent on experience and qualifications. 25 vacation days with the option to purchase additional days. Travel expense reimbursement. Personal choice budget for sports, groceries, or other personal needs. Access to the Zonneplan Academy from day one, providing continuous learning and development opportunities. Use of advanced recruitment tools, including proprietary ATS and AI technologies to support smarter hiring. A supportive team culture characterized by openness, honesty, and direct communication. Regular team activities, including shared lunches and celebrations of recruitment successes. Equal Opportunity Zonneplan is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees are valued and respected regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to foster diversity within our workforce as a key driver of innovation and success.

Core Responsibilities

Independently manage vacancies, develop tailored sourcing strategies, source candidates, and advise hiring managers on role requirements, market feasibility, and compensation. Improve recruitment processes, monitor KPIs, build talent pools, support workforce planning, and mentor junior recruiters.

Requirements

Requires at least two years of recruiting experience and a proven ability to independently fill scarce or specialist roles. Candidates must have strong sourcing, communication, ownership, and process-improvement skills, and be proficient in Dutch; ATS and AI recruitment experience are advantageous.

Benefits

• 25 Vacation Days
• Option to Purchase Additional Vacation Days
• Travel Expense Reimbursement
• Personal Choice Budget
• Continuous Learning and Development
• Advanced Recruitment Tools
• Supportive Team Culture
• Team Activities