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Wilma Van Der Linden

Wilma Van Der Linden

Summary

Results-oriented professional specializing in corporate recruitment. Leverages strong interpersonal skills and strategic thinking to identify and attract top talent. Committed to enhancing workforce quality and driving organizational success through effective recruitment strategies.

Driven and insightful individual with exceptional interpersonal skills, adept in communication and relationship-building, and expertise in talent acquisition and organisational development. Skilled in identifying and attracting top talent while fostering positive candidate experience. Ready to contribute to impactful hiring strategies and enhance team performance in recruiter role.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Corporate recruiter

Van Oord
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
2024.11 - Current
  • Enhanced employer branding through social media campaigns and LinkedIn posts.
  • Conducted interviews to evaluate candidate suitability for specific roles.
  • Identified top talent by applying effective recruitment strategies.
  • Maintained communication with stakeholders throughout the recruitment process to facilitate transparency and clarity.
  • Built relationships with clients and candidates to support successful recruitment campaigns.

Senior recruiter

Artsen zonder Grenzen (MSF)
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
2022.05 - 2024.04
  • Assisted hiring managers in creating job profiles.
  • Supported full-service recruitment processes.
  • Engaged in hosting events and webinars to promote organisation.
  • Negotiated employment terms, resulting in successful candidate placements.
  • Developed strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their recruiting needs.
  • Provided constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants, enhancing company reputation amongst job seekers.
  • Facilitated training sessions for interview panels increasing the effectiveness of selection process.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes for increased efficiency and candidate satisfaction.
  • Fostered positive candidate experiences throughout the recruitment journey contributing towards a reputable employer brand image.
  • Collaborated with HR teams for smooth onboarding of new hires.

Recruiter

The Offshore Partners
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
2021.12 - 2022.02
  • Assisted in recruiting for technical engineering roles across international clients.
  • Participated in networking events to expand professional connections within industry.
  • Conducted candidate interviews to streamline hiring process.

Lodge manager Uganda

Hyena Hill Lodge
Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda
2021.04 - 2021.07

Managed bookings, processed guest payments, and oversaw lodge operations during a three-month interim to support the lodge owners during COVID-19.

Event manager

Job On
Hybrid
2020.05 - 2021.04
  • Facilitated online events for job seekers.
  • Assisted individuals in career coaching to identify suitable job opportunities.
  • Sourced speakers for webinars, developing engaging topics and workshops.

Recruitment consultant

Entopic
Amsterdam
2019.09 - 2020.05
  • Responsible for 360 recruitment of communication professionals. Tasks: sourcing, interviewing, coaching, business development
  • Identified potential candidates for client requirements through active sourcing methods.
  • Tailored CVs of registered candidates according to specific job requirements before sending them over to clients.

HR Manager

International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)
Amsterdam
2018.05 - 2019.08
  • Managed end-to-end HR operations across international teams, including recruitment, onboarding, contracts, and employee lifecycle processes.
  • Oversaw payroll administration, HR budgeting, pensions, and benefits, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Implemented and maintained HR policies, employee guidelines, and performance management systems (appraisals and bonus structures).
  • Handled employee relations, including sickness absence, occupational health (ARBO), and corrective actions.
  • Coordinated work visas for skilled migrants and managed 30% tax ruling applications.
  • Partnered with senior leadership, legal advisors, and external stakeholders (e.g., KPMG, recruitment agencies).
  • Led talent acquisition and developed onboarding programs to enhance employee integration and productivity.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant labour laws and organisational standards.
  • Organised international meetings and company events, fostering engagement and communication.

Private lodge manager

Kilimanjaro Luxury Retreats
Arusha, Tanzania
2016.08 - 2016.10

Directed daily operations of high-class lodge in absence of general manager. Supervised staff to enhance guest experiences and ensure satisfaction. Facilitated wedding event and coordinated logistics for guests. Supervised housekeeping staff for a consistently clean, welcoming environment. Arranged airport transport and planned safaris or excursions to Kilimanjaro to enrich customer offerings.

Event manager

CMX Events
Monaco
2016.05 - 2016.07
  • Hosted the Grand Prix at the terraces, received the clients and responsible for the smooth running of the projects. Provided quotations and involved in the overall preparation of the events. Liaised with hotels and restaurants to negotiate prices and to make reservations. Looking after high-end clients

HR Operations manager

Onstream Group BV - Twin Oaks
Monaco
2014.10 - 2016.04

Assisted with human resources matters for global group.
Supported salary payments for consultants working on- and offshore.
Participated in recruitment and termination processes for new staff.
Provided input for long-term HR objectives.

HR consultant

Onstream Group BV
The Hague, Zuid Holland
2012.02 - 2014.09
  • Managed employment contracts and supported global recruitment efforts.
  • Assisted with human resources issues, including sickness management, performance reviews, salary negotiations, talent development, and dismissals.
  • Organised board meetings, conferences, team-building activities, and international staff events.
  • Enhanced workplace equality through tactical recruitment and training development.
  • Advised on contract and salary obligations to meet business and employee requirements.

Recruiter

Onstream Group BV
The Hague
2011.03 - 2012.02
  • Assisted business manager in identifying and managing sales activities.
  • Sourced potential candidates for vacancies.
  • Conducted interviews with prospective applicants.

Language teacher Dutch

Berlitz
Brussels
2009.03 - 2011.02
  • Private and group tuition of Dutch language.

Corporate recruiter

Lyondell Basell Industries
Rotterdam
2008.01 - 2008.12

Led the recruitment process for new staff, including effective sourcing and screening strategies.
Guided line managers with HR insights and policy implementation to enhance team operations.
Cultivated strategic partnerships with external manpower agencies to align with company recruitment targets.

Recruitment Consultant

Undutchables Recruitment Agency BV
Rotterdam
2004.02 - 2007.12
  • I was responsible for sourcing and screening candidates, advertising job openings, and managing client accounts. I presented our service portfolio to potential clients, organized and supported the recruitment process, and conducted contract and evaluation meetings with candidates. Working with mainly international clients, we focused on finding native speakers in English, French, Italian, Norwegian, and more for various roles in Finance, Sales, and Customer Service at all levels. It was a challenging and rewarding experience to connect talented candidates with their dream jobs and help our clients build their teams.

Internship

Euro Info Centre
Manchester
1996.01 - 1996.07

Education

European Studies - European Law

Haagsche Hogeschool
The Hague
1993.09 - 1998.09

International Study Exchange - European Law

Hogskolan Orebro
Orebro
1995.08 - 1996.01

Master - Human Resources

NCOI
Utrecht
2013.01 - 2013.12

Skills

  • Recruitment planning
  • Headhunting expertise

Certification

  • NLP Practitioner Feb 2024
  • NONONS Coaching Intensive Oct 2021

Languages

Dutch
Native
English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Spanish
Intermediate
Italian
Elementary
French
Fluent
Swedish
Elementary

Affiliations

  • Tango, Sailing, Tennis, Yoga

Timeline

Corporate recruiter

Van Oord
2024.11 - Current

Senior recruiter

Artsen zonder Grenzen (MSF)
2022.05 - 2024.04

Recruiter

The Offshore Partners
2021.12 - 2022.02

Lodge manager Uganda

Hyena Hill Lodge
2021.04 - 2021.07

Event manager

Job On
2020.05 - 2021.04

Recruitment consultant

Entopic
2019.09 - 2020.05

HR Manager

International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)
2018.05 - 2019.08

Private lodge manager

Kilimanjaro Luxury Retreats
2016.08 - 2016.10

Event manager

CMX Events
2016.05 - 2016.07

HR Operations manager

Onstream Group BV - Twin Oaks
2014.10 - 2016.04

Master - Human Resources

NCOI
2013.01 - 2013.12

HR consultant

Onstream Group BV
2012.02 - 2014.09

Recruiter

Onstream Group BV
2011.03 - 2012.02

Language teacher Dutch

Berlitz
2009.03 - 2011.02

Corporate recruiter

Lyondell Basell Industries
2008.01 - 2008.12

Recruitment Consultant

Undutchables Recruitment Agency BV
2004.02 - 2007.12

Internship

Euro Info Centre
1996.01 - 1996.07

International Study Exchange - European Law

Hogskolan Orebro
1995.08 - 1996.01

European Studies - European Law

Haagsche Hogeschool
1993.09 - 1998.09
Wilma Van Der Linden