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𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀? 🇳🇱 Your first hires will define everything that follows. When international companies enter the Dutch market, hiring isn't just about filling roles — it's about laying the right foundation. From multilingual customer support to senior leadership, the challenge is rarely a lack of talent. It's finding people who genuinely fit your culture, your pace, and your ambitions. That's where a trusted local partner makes all the difference. With nearly 30 years of experience, Adams Multilingual Recruitment has helped 200+ international companies build teams that last — not just hires that look good on paper. ✔️ Multilingual, internationally-minded talent ✔️ Deep knowledge of the Dutch labour market ✔️ End-to-end support, from first hire to full team build-out Whether you're opening your first Dutch office or scaling an existing team, getting the right people in place early changes everything. Thinking about hiring in the Netherlands? Let's talk. 🤝

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🚀 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 The world of Data – from Engineering to Science – is growing at an incredible pace. At the same time, Detachering remains one of the most flexible and effective ways for companies to quickly bring in the right expertise. At Arrows, we see these two worlds coming together every day. Combine them, and you get 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮: 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴. We believe this combination is the key for organisations looking to build the future, starting today. 📊 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼 𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱𝗹𝘆? Organisations rely more than ever on data to make strategic decisions, optimise processes, and apply new technologies like AI. We see a sharp rise in demand for senior-level experts who combine deep technical knowledge with business acumen. The shift is clear: from simply collecting data to truly using it to drive value. 🏃‍♂️ 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲? The right expert, at the right time, for the right duration – that’s where Detachering shines. It offers agility and speed in a fast-moving market, without sacrificing quality. 💬 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲: • “You’ve shown that you can deliver. You have offered many experienced and good profiles. Impressive.” • “The difference with other agencies is the rapid delivery of senior candidates.” 🔗 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽? We understand both the technical depth of the data domain and the business need to move quickly and reliably. With a strong network of specialised data professionals and deep market insight, we help our clients move forward – fast and with impact. ➡️ 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗱, 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻? 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁. #DATAchering #DataEngineering #DataScience #Detachering #ArrowsGroup #DigitalTalent #DataDriven #TechRecruitment #AI #FutureFocused

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🎯 There’s a growing demand for senior tech freelancers in the Netherlands, and it’s not slowing down. Expert Plus profiles (15+ years of experience) grew +82% in demand. Their average rate? €740 per day. What’s more, they now account for 25% of all tech project demand. Freelancers are no longer just operational, they’re strategic. Want to understand what drives this shift? Dive into the data in our Malt Tech Trends 2025 report. ➡️ Link to the Malt Tech Trends Report: https://lnkd.in/eVCGJHQT #DigitalStrategy #TechFreelancers #FutureOfTech

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We recently announced the start of the process for ISO 42001, the new international standard for the responsible and safe use of AI. The team in India is busy now, and I'm super excited about it. In a world where it's difficult to identify what's fake or real, and a world where so much data is given to a selective number of platforms, we should be thoughtful, careful, and ambitious at the same time. #ai #thoughtful #embrace #learning

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Truly inspired by lots of insights coming from mainly UK based experts and companies. To name 1 thing: people will only buy from people, not from AI. Let's go! 🎯

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🎥 rectools® Recommends: RPO Arena - Empowering Businesses With Skilled Talent Arena with Nitish Dhing Welcome back to another rectools® Recommends on RecTalk Podcast, hosted by GJ Jansen van Vuuren, Social Seller at rectools® In this insightful episode, GJ sits down with Nitish Dhing, Head of Operations at RPO Arena - Empowering Businesses With Skilled Talent, one of the fastest-growing offshore recruitment support companies serving agencies across the UK. Nitish shares the story behind RPO Arena, how the company scaled from scratch to a 240-person operation, and breaks down the science behind offshore success from process, clarity, and SOPs, to team culture and long-term execution. Whether you're a recruitment founder, offshore team leader, or simply curious about scaling through global operations, this episode is packed with real experience and actionable insights. 💡 Highlights from this episode: 🌱 How RPO Arena began in 2020 and grew to 240+ team members 🌱The formula behind offshore success: clarity over control 🌱Why processes, documented SOPs, and systems outperform micromanagement 🌱How to build offshore teams that perform even “when you’re not watching” 🌱The importance of hiring the right people, not just filling seats 🌱Why treating offshore teams as extensions of your company drives real results 🌱How RPO Arena maintains 24/7 performance across time zones 🌱Expanding into real estate outsourcing and navigating new sectors Tools, automation, and workflows that save time and increase ROI 🌱Case study: how RPO Arena helped a client achieve 16× ROI in 5 months 🌱A fun question: What sports team best represents RPO Arena and why it’s cricket 🔗 Useful Links: 🌍 RPO Arena on rectools®: https://lnkd.in/ds4nwzqE... 🌐 Discover more recruitment tools: https://rectools.io 🎥 Full video : https://lnkd.in/djER77ym #RecTalk #RPOArena #OffshoreRecruitment #RecruitmentPodcast #HiringSuccess #RecruitmentAutomation #GlobalTeams #RecruitmentTools #RecruitmentStrategy

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Sharing our quarterly newsletter with my network. Sharing insights on Dutch hiring trends, with predictions for the coming months. Whether you're a hiring manager or job seeker, we offer advice based on the specialist knowledge of our Consultants. - HR: Strategic thinking and strong stakeholder management skills are more important than ever To receive a full copy of these insights, please get in touch with Katie Insley #NetherlandsJobMarket #HiringInsights #LeadershipTalent #HumanResources

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AI & Cybersecurity: Why Both Are Mission-Critical You can’t have AI innovation without cybersecurity. Every breakthrough introduces new vulnerabilities. That’s why at Croutch & Associates, we source talent that understands both: ✅ How to build scalable AI solutions ✅ How to protect them from evolving threats Innovation without protection isn’t innovation — it’s risk. Build smart. Build secure. #AICybersecurity #MissionCriticalHiring #TechStaffing #CroutchAndAssociates

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Global scale, local impact! How enterprise solutions redefine cross-border HR. Watch the video with Han Oey and Katrien Bex and discover how our Enterprise Solutions connect your global strategy with local talent. #EnterpriseSolutions #Global4Local #RGFStaffing #HRServices #Staffing #GlobalHR

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As a Dutch person working on the other side of the world, it's interesting to see both the differences and similarities in how recruitment agencies work across countries. Whether in Japan or the Netherlands, one thing is clear: hiring in a new market is not as easy as just posting a job ad. Having the right local knowledge, understanding of culture, and strong recruitment partners makes a big difference—especially when expanding internationally. #recruitment #hortoninternational #executivesearch

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CONFESSIONS ON A FRIDAY People often say, “Dutch folks speak great English.” And in general, that’s true. 👉 But when I’m recruiting for service roles, clients almost always want Dutch speakers, simply because most customer conversations still happen in Dutch. At the same time, my English‑speaking colleagues sometimes call candidates who immediately say: "Do you speak Dutch? I don’t speak English." 🤔 So it creates an odd situation: we assume everyone is comfortable in English, but in practice both companies and candidates stick to Dutch. Anyone else running into this?

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In the #Netherlands, more companies are shifting towards the #detachering model rather than ZZP hires This approach gives employers flexibility and access to specialised talent, but it also offers real benefits for candidates. Through detachering, professionals can: ✅ Gain experience across multiple industries and projects ✅ Build a stronger network and broaden their skill set ✅ Enjoy the stability of a fixed contract while keeping variety in their work ✅ Benefits It’s a model that blends security with flexibility, and it’s becoming a key part of how companies structure their teams. Are you open to exploring detachering roles? Lets Chat! These opportunities might be the best way to keep your career dynamic and future-focused 😁 #NLOpportunities #Detachering #TechOpportunities

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Choosing the right recruitment software can be a challenge. When comparing Applicantz and Recruitee, the decision comes down to your company's priorities. Applicantz focuses on AI-powered automation to streamline tasks like job distribution and candidate screening for greater efficiency. In contrast, Recruitee emphasizes deep customization and collaborative workflows, offering more manual control. This analysis explores how their differing approaches to features, pricing, and user experience impact the hiring process.

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A temporary HR assignment from June to December, 24 hours per week. Clear scope. No structural replacement. A well-defined project supporting recruitment processes. And yet, freelancers are explicitly excluded because of the DBA Act. But let’s be clear: the DBA Act doesn’t ban freelance work. It sets criteria to determine if there’s an employment relationship, not to prohibit independent contracting. This assignment? ✅ Temporary ✅ Clearly defined ✅ No employer authority ✅ No obligation for personal execution ✅ No structural integration In other words: exactly the kind of assignment that suits an independent professional. Still, freelancers are shut out, not because of the law, but due to risk aversion, internal policies, or misunderstanding of the legislation. That’s a missed opportunity. It limits flexibility, increases costs, and excludes experienced professionals who are built for this kind of work. If we want a future-proof labor market, we need to stop reflexively excluding freelancers. 🔍 Focus on the assignment, not the label. ⚖️ The DBA calls for nuanced assessment, not blanket rejection. Freelancers deserve better. So do organizations! #DBAAct #freelance #interim #Recruitment #independentprofessionals

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What’s going on in the Dutch IT job market right now? 💡 In this article, we’re summarizing the key trends: https://sowo.kr/YQaJz3V0

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This has been happening for about a year now and the more people I speak with the more I hear how many are experiencing it. Vetted talent has never been more important in the world of tech and with the AI boom happening, the fakers will only get bigger and better! I spoke with a Head of TA recently who said 8 of his 17 interviews booked for that day were fakes... some really hard to spot. Fun times ahead for everyone!

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