Talent Acquisition Officer – 6-Month Contract (Renewable)
Location: Zwijndrecht, Antwerp, Belgium
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Initial 6-month contract (with possibility of extension)
Work Mode: Onsite during onboarding, then hybrid (2 days/week remote)
Join a Global Leader in Engineering & Infrastructure
Are you a passionate recruiter ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, high-performing environment? We’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Officer to strengthen our dynamic HR team within a world-class organization in the engineering and infrastructure sector.
In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of our talent strategy—sourcing, attracting, and hiring top-tier candidates while promoting our values and culture across the market.
Your Responsibilities
Primary Duties
* Collaborate with hiring managers to define job needs and specifications
* Source, screen, and interview candidates for a wide range of roles
* Organize and conduct interviews (phone & onsite)
* Manage assessments and reference/background checks
* Deliver hiring recommendations and assist with offer processes
* Oversee full-cycle recruitment using ATS (Workday preferred)
* Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines
* Communicate our culture, values, and benefits to prospects
* Partner with recruitment agencies, colleges, and industry bodies
* Track recruitment metrics and report activity
Secondary Duties
* Support cross-departmental stakeholder management
* Assist with recruitment reporting and admin tasks
Your Profile
Technical Skills
* 3+ years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition
* Proficient in Applicant Tracking Systems (Workday is a strong plus)
* Skilled in LinkedIn sourcing, MS Office, and recruitment tools
Soft Skills
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
* Highly organized and proactive multitasker
* Able to work autonomously and make sound decisions
* Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
Education
* Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or relevant field (or equivalent experience)
Language Requirements
* Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken)
* Additional languages are a plus