Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV located in Schiedam, Netherlands is the marketing and sales HQ of BYD Co., Ltd based in Shenzhen, China. BYD Europe BV offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks.

Department:
Human Resources / Talent Acquisition

Reports To:

HR Manager of BYD Europe

Location:

Hoofddorp Netherlands

Employment Type:

Full-Time

We seek an experienced Senior Recruitment Specialist to lead end-to-end talent acquisition strategies for mid-to-senior level roles. The ideal candidate will partner with business leaders to identify hiring needs, optimize recruitment processes, and deliver high-quality candidates while ensuring a positive candidate experience.

• Full-Cycle Recruiting: Lead end-to-end recruitment for mid-to-senior level roles, ensuring efficient delivery across all stages.
• Channel Strategy: Utilize Teamtailor
  , Linked In
  , and social media to drive innovative sourcing and build robust talent pipelines.
• Talent Profiling: Partner with hiring managers as a consultant to define precise job requirements and optimize candidate matching.
• Offer & Onboarding: Manage salary negotiations, background checks, contracts, and onboarding to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
• Operational Excellence: Streamline recruitment workflows and standardize processes to boost interview efficiency and hiring ROI.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, or related field.
• 5+ years of recruitment experience (agency/corporate), with 2+ years in senior-level hiring.
• Proven track record in tech/engineering/executive recruitment (adjust based on industry).
• Proficiency in popular recruitment channel, such as teamtalier, Linked In Recruiter, and HR analytics tools.
• Communication & Influence: translate complex regulations into actionable guidelines for business teams.
• Multitasking:
  Manage stakeholders under pressure while balancing compliance and operational efficiency.
• Global HR Experience in highly regulated industries.
• Fluency in English (for cross-border compliance or contract review).