Interim Talent Acquisition Consultant

Our client, a major international philanthropic organisation, based in Brussels, is looking for an Interim Talent Acquisition Consultant, to start as soon as possible, running until the end of March 2027.

About the organisation

Our client is a major international philanthropic organisation working to accelerate the transition towards a net-zero emissions society. The organisation collaborates with a broad network of partners across Europe and internationally to support ambitious policy, public engagement and a socially responsible transition to a sustainable economy.

The organisation is dynamic, highly collaborative and results-oriented, bringing together individuals who combine ambition and passion with analytical rigour and a strong commitment to impact.

Location: Brussels, with the role based at the organisation's Brussels office.

About the role

As Interim Talent Acquisition Consultant, you will join a small, international recruitment team to provide additional support during a period of high recruitment activity.

You will be responsible for sourcing, identifying and hiring high-quality talent, while ensuring an efficient, inclusive and professional recruitment experience for both candidates and hiring managers.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, working closely with hiring managers to define profiles and recruitment processes, prepare job advertisements, source candidates, coordinate selection processes and conduct interviews.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to candidates, coordinate candidate assessments and manage reference-checking processes.
• Develop and implement diverse talent-sourcing approaches and promote inclusive recruitment practices with stakeholders throughout the recruitment process.
• Ensure recruitment activities comply with internal recruitment standards and applicable local employment and labour legislation.
• Work proactively with the HR team to identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, provide advice and recommend practical solutions.
• Manage multiple vacancies simultaneously, balancing competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of candidate and stakeholder experience.

Key competencies

• Strong relationship-building and diplomatic skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and influencing skills.
• Strong focus on delivering efficient, timely and high-quality results.
• Ability to manage priorities and maintain momentum in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment platforms.
• Proficiency in using LinkedIn for vacancy promotion and proactive candidate sourcing.

Experience and profile

• Minimum 5 years of recruitment experience, ideally gained in an international environment.
• Strong international recruitment experience, including the ability to manage high-volume hiring.
• Genuine interest in climate change, sustainability and the transition towards a net-zero economy.
• Technologically confident, with the ability to quickly become proficient in new systems and software.
• Fast learner with a proactive, practical and can-do attitude.
• High level of professionalism and impeccable work ethic.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Highly autonomous and organised, with the ability to work effectively against tight deadlines and changing priorities.

What the assignment offers

This is an opportunity to join an internationally oriented organisation working on issues of significant global importance, and to contribute directly to its continued growth by helping attract and select talented professionals.

Are you available to start immediately as Interim Talent Acquisition Consultant? If you’re ready to take on this challenge, send us your CV today.

Robert Walters Belgium is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.