Freelance Headhunter – Trilingual NL/FR/ENG

  • Freelance
  • Freelance Headhunter – Trilingual NL/FR/ENG

Connect talent with opportunity. Make an impact with Novellas Healthcare.

Novellas Healthcare is a specialised recruitment and staffing partner in the Life Sciences sector across the Benelux. We help pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical technology companies attract talent that makes a real difference. Our values – innovation, sustainability and quality – guide the way we work with clients, candidates and colleagues.

Vacancy information

To strengthen our recruitment activities, we are looking for an experienced Freelance Headhunter with proven Life Sciences recruitment experience in Belgium and the Netherlands who can start as soon as possible.

You know both local markets (by preference), understand specialist profiles and enjoy proactively approaching professionals. You combine strong headhunting skills with a personal approach and use LinkedIn and AI tools effectively to identify and engage the right talent.

What will your future mission look like?

You identify and engage Life Sciences talent:

  • Translate assignment briefings into targeted search strategies.
  • Map relevant companies and proactively identify professionals through LinkedIn searches, specialist databases and your network.
  • Use AI tools and modern sourcing technologies to refine searches, assess relevant information and support efficient candidate outreach.
  • Approach and engage candidates, including professionals who are not actively looking for a new opportunity.
  • Conduct in-depth interviews to assess expertise, motivation, expectations and suitability for the role.

You support recruitment assignments through to placement.

  • Present suitable candidates to the Novellas team with a clear, persuasive explanation of their fit.
  • Coordinate candidate availability and maintain close follow-up throughout the selection process.
  • Support candidates during interviews and discussions about expectations and offers, in collaboration with the Novellas team.
  • Keep candidate information and progress updates accurate, structured and up to date.
  • Understand candidates’ expertise, ambitions and motivations to identify suitable opportunities.
  • Work closely with our Staffing Manager and Account Manager to deliver relevant matches.
  • Share market insights and recruitment progress proactively with the Novellas team.

Requirements information

  • You are an experienced freelance recruiter or headhunter with proven Life Sciences recruitment experience in both Belgium and the Netherlands.
  • You have a solid understanding of both local talent markets, including relevant companies, specialist roles and recruitment practices.
  • You have an established network of Life Sciences professionals in Belgium and/or the Netherlands.
  • You have a strong track record in direct search, candidate engagement and independently managing searches.
  • You are proficient in sourcing on LinkedIn, including targeted searches and personalised candidate outreach.
  • You can work confidently with AI tools to support sourcing, information processing and recruitment communication, while critically assessing the output.
  • You can assess specialist profiles and convincingly communicate the value of an opportunity.
  • You are fluent in Dutch and communicate professionally in English and French.
  • You are entrepreneurial, commercially aware and motivated by results.
  • You work accurately, communicate proactively and follow through on your commitments.
  • You are available to start as soon as possible.

What do we offer

  • A freelance collaboration with a specialised Life Sciences recruitment partner.
  • Recruitment assignments for pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical technology companies across Belgium and the Netherlands.
  • Autonomy in managing your searches, supported by an experienced team.
  • Open communication and close collaboration with our Staffing Manager and Account Manager.
  • An entrepreneurial environment that values innovation, quality and initiative.
  • Collaboration terms agreed in line with the scope of the assignments and your expertise.

Are you a freelance headhunter with Life Sciences recruitment experience in Belgium and the Netherlands? We would love to hear from you.

Send us your profile, availability and a brief overview of your recruitment experience in both markets.

Novellas Healthcare is an equal opportunity partner. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and value an inclusive working environment.

Regular application

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Leen Van Herzele

Vacancy ID: V-0899

Finance Manager

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