Keller is a leading executive search firm in Brussels, offering world-class employment solutions to businesses of all sizes, from small and medium-sized enterprises to large multinational companies. In addition to securing these companies top talent, we offer assistance with onboarding, planning for the next generation of leaders, compensation consulting, and more.
As the capital of Belgium, Brussels is the country’s administrative, commercial, and financial heart. The city is also a center for international governance and business due to its location as the seat of the European Union. Brussels serves as the headquarters for NATO and hosts the European Parliament, European Council, and European Court of Auditors, among other organizations of international importance.
As a result, Brussels has developed a strong service-oriented economy. Key industries in Brussels include international governance and diplomacy, financial services, information and communication technology (ICT), life sciences, and cleantech. Brussels is also a prominent European tourist attraction, boasting a wealth of culture, heritage, and architecture.
The job market in Brussels depicts a mixed picture. On the one hand, the employment rate in the city, and Belgium as a whole, is at a 40-year low, with the number of unemployed individuals being under 300,000. This demonstrates a strong demand for workers across multiple sectors. On the other hand, Brussels is facing some challenges in its job market. For example, the city is experiencing a relatively high rate of inactivity, which includes people who are in training or chronically ill.
Furthermore, employers in Brussels are dealing with recruitment challenges that are typical of a competitive market. Finding professionals for new career opportunities, in particular, poses a challenge. Certain industries, such as construction, also find it difficult to locate the right profiles, with half the small and medium-sized businesses in these sectors affected by long-term vacancies.
Keller can assist employers in Brussels in overcoming these challenges through our comprehensive recruitment services, which we customize according to their unique needs.
Our Executive Recruitment Process
Keller’s current recruitment model has come a long way since our inception, when we relied on a generic, one-size-fits-all method. The flaw in this approach was that it failed to consider how each customer differed from the next, which proved ill for one placement in particular.
In this instance, we were tasked by a prominent client to help hire an individual for an executive-level role. While we believed our cut-and-dry method would be sufficient, it became clear this was not the case when the candidate we recommended clashed with our client’s existing management team over differences in leadership style.
Though this was not the outcome we sought for this placement, the experience demonstrated the importance of a candidate’s cultural fit in addition to their technical expertise. As a result, we revamped our entire recruitment strategy to better serve our customers’ distinct requirements. Following this change, our company saw a significant rise in successful placements and solidified our position as a premier executive recruitment agency in Brussels.
In an effort to maintain our ranking among the world’s best executive search firms, we are committed to continuous growth and improvement and emphasize staying up-to-date with emerging trends, research, and concerns in the field.
Our Services
Keller offers tailored recruitment services to assist businesses in acquiring the best talent for their teams so they can achieve new heights of success.
To do this, our consultants work closely with our client’s human resources departments to get to know their hiring practices and what sets them apart from competitors in the same field.
Additionally, we help companies overcome other challenges related to executive search and recruitment, including, but not limited to, organizational transformation, leadership transitions, and mergers and acquisitions.
Our Hiring Process
The first step we take when commencing any new project is interviewing our client to establish a comprehensive candidate profile. This is to clarify the technical expertise and interpersonal skills they desire in potential candidates, as well as position specifics such as the role responsibilities, employment type, and possible challenges associated with the role.
Next, we utilize our extensive candidate database and NPAworldwide membership to locate professionals who align with the established criteria. We also leverage sophisticated applicant-tracking technology to sift through candidates according to our client’s requirements, making our search faster and more efficient.
Following the identification of a suitable talent pool, we conduct a thorough assessment of each applicant to determine their alignment with the hiring company’s needs, goals, and culture. This encompasses psychometric tests, behavioral interviews, and detailed background checks covering professional references, career history, and criminal records.
Our meticulous vetting procedure culminates in a shortlist of candidates who we present to our client’s hiring team for final consideration.
Our Expertise
At Keller, our ability to source the right talent for a variety of roles is possible due to our deep understanding of local market dynamics, skilled recruiters, extensive connections, and superior quality standards. We go beyond mere candidate placement and resume reviews, verifying that the people we recommend are the right fit.
In other words, hiring Keller guarantees you a true partner in executive search and recruitment who will fulfill all your human capital needs.
Industries We Serve
Our Brussels recruiters are poised to deliver the best talent for career opportunities in many different sectors, such as:
Biotechnology
Digital Services and Information Technology
Diplomatic Services and International Relations
Finance, Banking, and Accounting
Healthcare
Management Consulting
Pharmaceuticals
Professional Business Services
Telecommunications
Tourism and Hospitality
Roles We Fill
Keller is adept at finding candidates for roles across every operational level, including junior and mid- to senior professionals. Additionally, although we mainly recruit for permanent positions, we can provide temporary, contract, and interim management solutions according to our clients’ needs. As a reference, here are some roles we frequently secure talent for in Brussels:
Account Executive
Business Development Manager
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Chief Operations Officers (COO)
Data Protection Officer
Diplomatic Attaché
EU Policy Officer
Legal Counsel
Marketing Director
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Sales Director
Supply Chain Manager
Get strategic advice for achieving business success, attracting and retaining employees, and information on the latest market trends from Keller’s Insights below.
Why Choose Keller for Executive Recruitment in Brussels?
Our recruitment agency is a forerunner in executive search in Brussels and the wider region. Our exceptional team of consultants is highly skilled and boasts a proven history of placing the right candidates in the right roles.
Drawing on our tried and tested recruitment approach and profound local expertise, our consultants are capable of serving companies across various sectors and functions. We also have extensive networks of contacts, which, combined with our NPAworldwide membership, even allow us to reach passive candidates who tend to be inaccessible through traditional recruitment methods, broadening the pool of available talent.
Keller also champions hiring candidates from diverse backgrounds because we know the value multiple perspectives can bring to a company. We, therefore, maintain an objective recruitment approach that focuses exclusively on candidates’ professional qualifications, without discrimination based on race, religion, age, or gender.
Finally, our consultants understand the impact strategic hiring decisions can have on an organization’s success. This translates into a commitment to providing a service that promotes our clients’ long-term growth and prosperity.
Keller's Guarantee
Keller is committed to sourcing candidates who surpass our clients’ standards and ensuring they integrate seamlessly into their new teams. We do this by matching candidates’ technical abilities, personality traits, and professional ethics with our clients’ recruitment needs and organizational values.
Our commitment extends to upholding superior quality standards, maintaining clear communication through regular progress reports, and operating under stringent NDAs to protect user data.
Furthermore, we provide a 90-day guarantee on all our recommended candidates, pledging to find a free replacement if a placement we made fails to meet a client’s expectations or leaves a company within this timeframe.
Contact Keller for a consultation today and allow us to support you on your recruitment journey.
Our success fee is 18%. No upfront costs.
We assist with recruitment of all positions from mid to senior level.
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