Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a high-impact Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to drive hiring strategy across the EMEA. This role is pivotal in shaping the talent agenda, leading a small team of Talent Acquisition Advisors, and delivering exceptional hiring outcomes across a diverse, fast-paced business.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in the the real estate industry and direct sourcing and headhunting, with the ability to identify, engage, and secure high-calibre talent in competitive markets. You will act as both a strategic partner to the business and a hands-on recruitment expert, setting the standard for proactive talent acquisition.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Delivery
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Talent Acquisition Advisors, fostering a high-performance, delivery-focused culture
Own end-to-end recruitment delivery for key functions across the Netherlands, ensuring quality, speed, and stakeholder satisfaction
Set clear performance standards, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives for the TA function
Strategic Talent Acquisition
Partner with senior stakeholders to understand workforce needs and translate them into effective hiring strategies
Provide market intelligence, talent insights, and hiring recommendations to influence business decisions
Drive workforce planning initiatives and anticipate future talent needs
Direct Sourcing & Headhunting (Critical Focus)
Personally lead complex and senior-level searches, utilising advanced headhunting techniques
Proactively map target companies and talent pools to identify and engage passive candidates
Build and maintain strong pipelines of high-quality, hard-to-find talent
Leverage a range of sourcing tools, networks, and strategies (including LinkedIn, market mapping, referrals, and industry engagement)
Act as a role model within the team for consultative, insight-led headhunting
Stakeholder & Candidate Experience
Build trusted relationships with hiring managers and leadership teams
Advise stakeholders on hiring strategy, candidate assessment, and market positioning
Ensure a best-in-class candidate experience that reflects the Cushman & Wakefield brand
Process & Continuous Improvement
Optimise recruitment processes, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and scalability
Champion data-driven recruitment, using metrics to enhance performance and outcomes
Contribute to employer branding initiatives aligned with the local market
Key Requirements
Proven experience in Talent Acquisition leadership, ideally within a professional services, real estate, or commercial environment
Demonstrable success in headhunting and direct sourcing, particularly for complex or niche roles
Strong ability to identify and engage passive talent in competitive markets
Experience managing and developing recruitment teams
Strategic mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills
Data-driven approach with experience using recruitment metrics and insights
Fluent in English (Dutch proficiency beneficial but not essential depending on scope)
What Sets You Apart
You are a true headhunter—curious, persistent, and highly skilled at uncovering hidden talent
You thrive in a hands-on leadership role, balancing delivery with strategy
You bring commercial acumen and understand how hiring impacts business performance
You are passionate about building teams and elevating recruitment standards
About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, delivering exceptional value for real estate occupiers and owners. With a strong presence in the Netherlands, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent to support our continued growth and success.
Cushman & Wakefield is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment, and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, you are invited to bring this to the Talent Acquisition Advisor’s attention once they have made contact.
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About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit [www.cushmanwakefield.com](http://www.cushmanwakefield.com)
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