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Permanent recruitment
Attract the right talent for your business through our permanent recruitment solutions tailored to your hiring needs. Partner with our industry-leading recruiters in Antwerp, Brussels and Ghent who will support your vision by connecting you with permanent professionals who will propel your business forward.
People are at the heart of every business.
As global leaders in recruitment, we understand hiring the right people unlocks your ability to deliver key goals. Hiring the wrong people, no matter how talented, can hold your organisation back while your competition thrives.
To attract the professionals that can take your business forward, you need to tell your organisation’s unique story in a truly engaging way. That’s why it’s vital that you partner with a recruiter who deeply understands you, your market and the professionals you need.
At Robert Walters Belgium, we see beyond the job description to understand your organisations real story. We then use our specialist industry expertise, hyper- local knowledge and global reach to champion your story and connect you with the best professionals who will transform your business.
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Why choose Robert Walters Belgium to handle your permanent recruitment needs?
- Recieve a tailored service. With over 40 years in operation, we have gained a proven record as a permanent recruitment agency that delievers a professional service that is crafted to meet your business needs.
- Partner with industry experts. Many of our permanent recruitment consultant come from the industries they serve, meaning they have built hyper-specialist knowledge of the industry you operate in.
- Acquire data driven insights. Our permanent recruitment strategy is highly targeted, defined by the insights of our market intelligence function.
- Take advantage of our global reach. Our International Candidate Management teams have access to the top talent pools from across the globe.
- Share our expertise. Giving you access to our specialist knowledge and in-depth experience though a broad range of insights, advice and thought leadership.
Permanent hiring in Belgium: Our specialist recruitment approach
We pair you with a consultant proficient in your industry, specialising in matching candidates possessing the unique skills your organisation requires. Supplying you with a comprehensive shortlist aligned to your recruitment brief.
Our specialists conduct thorough research, multi-channel sourcing, and market mapping to build a personalized talent pool. This approach grants unparalleled access to both active and passive job seekers beyond traditional channels.
Whether you are scaling a team or seeking cover for existing positions, we offer continuous support to both you and the candidates throughout the entire hiring process, from application to their first day in the role.
Our track record
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43,000
Professionals we help start their next chapter
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11,000
Organisations who we help acquire talent
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85%
Of professionals refer us to a friend
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90%
Of organisations recruit more than one role through us
Speak to our expert permanent recruiters
Asia Skifati
Permanent recruitment, Belgium
As Director, Asia supervises the permanent recruitment teams supporting professionals in their job search for a challenging and rewarding role.
Christophe Paquay
Permanent recruitment, Belgium
With a background in audit and a strong understanding of the market, Christophe leads the permanent recruitment teams in Belgium.
Our success stories
Hear inspiring success stories from our clients and candidates as they flourish in their new career journeys.Our other recruitment services
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Temporary recruitment
We have our finger on the pulse for all your temporary recruitment needs.
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Executive search
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Interim management
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Market intelligence
Utilise the latest data to ensure you make the right hiring decisions.
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FAQ's
Permanent recruitment serves as an excellent solution for businesses seeking to meet long-term resource requirements. Within this model, organisations engage potential employees under contracts without predefined end dates. This traditional employment approach involves direct hiring by the company or a preferred third-party agency, ensuring roles remain open-ended.
Permanent recruitment offers valuable advantages for businesses looking to fill gaps or scale their teams for long-term growth. This solution ensures consistency in knowledge, serving as a stable resource for teams and organizations. Moreover, it fosters talent investment, nurtures company culture, retains expertise, provides cost-efficiency, and enhances overall productivity.
The primary differences between temporary and permanent recruitment revolves around the duration or nature of employment. Temporary recruitment provides flexibility for short-term projects or specific tasks requiring temporary assistance, allowing for rapid adaptation. Permanent recruitment focuses on establishing a stable resource for long-term strategic goals within the organization.
We recommend getting in touch to explore the best option for your organizational requirements. Reach out to us today for initial discussion.
Our Salary Survey is the most comprehensive guide of salaries and hiring trends in Belgium. Based on the analysis of over 100,000 permanent and temporary placements, the Salary Survey covers Belgian-specific salary and benefits insights across multiple industries.
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Permanent recruitment in Belgium is shaped by ongoing talent shortages and a strong focus on long-term retention. Employers increasingly prioritise skills and cultural fit over experience alone. In regions such as Brussels and Antwerp, where most vacancies and applications are concentrated, multilingualism and flexibility are key requirements. Candidates also expect transparency around salary, hybrid working, and career progression. As competition for talent intensifies, employer branding has become a critical factor in attracting and retaining permanent professionals.
Brussels and Antwerp see the highest demand for permanent recruitment due to their economic concentration and sector diversity. Brussels is home to international institutions, multinationals and professional services firms, driving continuous demand for permanent, multilingual talent. Antwerp benefits from strong activity in logistics, industry, and fast-growing businesses. Compared to other regions, competition for talent is more intense, leading organisations to invest more heavily in permanent recruitment to secure long-term expertise and business continuity.
Salary Survery 2026
If you're growing your team or simply need to retain the talent you have, the Salary Survey guides you with the insights you need to have the right team in place to keep your business moving.