Tech Recruitment Business Partner - 6 month contract

Adyen

This is Adyen Adyen provides payments, data, and financial products in a single solution for customers like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft - making us the financial technology platform of choice. At Adyen, everything we do is engineered for ambition.  For our teams, we create an environment with opportunities for our people to succeed, backed by the culture and support to ensure they are enabled to truly own their careers. We are motivated individuals who tackle unique technical challenges at scale and solve them as a team. Together, we deliver innovative and ethical solutions that help businesses achieve their ambitions faster. Senior Go-to-Market Recruiter We are seeking an experienced Go-to-Market Recruiter to join our Global Talent Acquisition team and drive the regional growth of our Commercial teams. At our company, we empower you to implement your ideas, take ownership of your career, and continuously learn. You'll experience a fast-paced, open-minded work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. As a Senior Recruitment Business Partner, you will collaborate closely with our hiring teams to identify, attract, and hire top Commercial talent, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of our growing organization. What you’ll do: * Collaborate with commercial teams to define hiring needs and develop comprehensive recruiting strategies for our EMEA offices;  * Proactively identify and engage top talent through creative sourcing techniques, cultivate strong connections with candidates and ensure a positive hiring experience through clear communication and support; * Own the entire recruitment cycle, from pinpointing essential talent gaps to managing candidate pipeline and closing offers. * Stay current with industry trends to enhance sourcing strategies while fostering an inclusive hiring process that values diverse perspectives; * Work closely with stakeholders to make data-driven hiring decisions and supporting smooth onboarding and integration of new hires; Who you are: * You have a minimum of 6 years experience in Recruitment (full-cycle);  * Passionate about Commercial Recruitment with an understanding of the (fin)tech landscape and candidate market; * Utilize analytics to inform hiring strategies and improve recruitment outcomes; * Highly self-motivated with the ability to define structure and prioritize tasks effectively; * Proven track record of hiring for Commercial functions in EMEA; experience working with Marketing roles is a plus * Comfortable working with international teams while adhering to European working hours. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments  Our unique approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity of backgrounds and cultures is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business and technical challenges are unique, and we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen.  Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, Adyen encourages you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to your application! What’s next? Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. Learn more about our hiring process here. Don’t be afraid to let us know if you need more flexibility. This role is based out of our Amsterdam office. We are an office-first company and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles.

Adyen

This is Adyen Adyen provides payments, data, and financial products in a single solution for customers like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft - making us the financial technology platform of choice. At Adyen, everything we do is engineered for ambition.  For our teams, we create an environment with opportunities for our people to succeed, backed by the culture and support to ensure they are enabled to truly own their careers. We are motivated individuals who tackle unique technical challenges at scale and solve them as a team. Together, we deliver innovative and ethical solutions that help businesses achieve their ambitions faster. About the role Adyen is looking for a HR Business Partner to contribute to the growth and scale of our Tech teams in EMEA. In this role, you will be working with managers, leaders and employees in all people programs such as talent development, employee relations and engagement and performance management. You will work closely with leaders to complement them, challenge and coach them on best practices and strategize to ensure we are creating the best experience for our people. What you'll do * Be an effective sparring partner for team leads on all things related to people including team growth and development * Coach and provide HR expertise to business leaders and local leadership on local processes to better manage their teams * Collaborate with a global, cross-functional HR Centers of Expertise to develop, enhance and launch initiatives that meet the evolving needs of our business and provide our employees a seamless employment experience * Leverage data to identify and act on opportunities that point to better ways of doing things as we scale * Manage performance assessment process and offer support in growth conversations * Advocate for all Adyen employees as they learn and develop through rapid growth in a high-performance environment * Guide managers to apply our core values in their day-to-day decisions * Foster an environment rich in diversity, equity and inclusion * Support leaders in feedback and under-performance conversations Who you are * You’ve got at least 3+ years’ experience working as a HR Business partner with managers and leaders in a people partnering role at a high-pace company * You have an understanding and expertise of Dutch and European local labor related legislation * You have a strong sense of self and build trust quickly to become a trusted business advisor at different levels of the organization * You are able to question the status quo with managers and work with them to define new solutions to old problems * You are able to discuss people's challenges and implications driving local initiatives (ex. retention, engagement, performance, compensation, labor matters, etc.) to influence local leaders to make the best decisions * You’re hands-on, but know how to collaborate and prioritize (constantly looking for how things can be done more simply or automated) * You’re excited to try new approaches, do things differently, and aren’t afraid to “build as you go” * You have the ability to execute the global and functional people strategy ensuring alignment with regional/local culture and practices and partnering with local leadership Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments  Our unique approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity of backgrounds and cultures is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business and technical challenges are unique, and we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen.  Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, Adyen encourages you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to your application! What’s next? Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. Learn more about our hiring process here. Don’t be afraid to let us know if you need more flexibility. This role is based out of our Amsterdam office. We are an office-first company and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles.

Backbase

SENIOR HR BUSINESS PARTNER – NETHERLANDS Location: Amsterdam Backbase is evolving into an AI-native organization. As the pace of change accelerates, the role of leaders and People Partners is changing too. This means a dedicated focus on workforce planning, talent management and supporting business transformations. We are looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to partner closely with leaders in the Netherlands and help drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture during a period of significant transformation and growth. This is not a traditional HRBP role focused on policy and process coordination. We are looking for a strong operator and performance partner who can challenge leaders, raise the talent bar, and help teams navigate change with clarity and pace. You will work directly with senior leaders across Product, Technology, Services, and Corporate functions, translating business priorities into people actions that drive performance, engagement, and execution. WHAT YOU’LL OWN * Strategic Business Partnership: Partner closely with leaders to align organization design, talent, performance, and workforce decisions with business priorities and transformation goals. * Performance & Talent Density: Help drive a culture of accountability and high performance. Support leaders in making strong talent decisions, raising the bar on performance, and building high-performing teams. * Manager Coaching & Leadership Support: Coach managers and senior leaders through performance conversations, organizational change, team effectiveness, and leadership challenges. * Transformation & Change: Support leaders and teams through significant organizational transformation, including evolving ways of working, AI-native operating models, and capability shifts across teams. * Talent Management: Drive key talent processes including succession planning, performance management, career development, and internal mobility. Ensure strong follow-through and quality discussions across the business. * Employee Relations & Governance: Partner with leaders and Legal on complex employee relations topics, ensuring balanced, pragmatic, and compliant decision-making in the Netherlands and across the globe. * Organizational Effectiveness: Help leaders think differently about structure, productivity, capability, and team design as the company evolves. Challenge complexity and support simplification where possible. Support designing solutions for the short and long term people planning. * Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Learning, and People Operations to ensure a connected employee experience and consistent execution across the People function.  WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR You are a strong business partner who knows how to balance employee experience with business performance. You are comfortable operating in fast-paced environments where priorities shift quickly and leaders expect clear, practical guidance. You challenge constructively, simplify complexity, and focus on what creates impact. You are not afraid to have difficult conversations and can build credibility with senior stakeholders through strong judgment and execution. You understand that leadership quality, talent density, and performance discipline matter; especially during transformation. • Experience as an HR Business Partner in a scaling tech, SaaS, or fast-moving international environment • Strong experience supporting senior leaders through change, performance management, and organizational challenges • Comfortable operating in ambiguity and balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution • Strong understanding of Dutch employment law and employee relations • Experience supporting organizational design, workforce planning, and talent management discussions • Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders with confidence and pragmatism • Fluent in Dutch + Clear communication style with strong judgment and business acumen • Experience working across multiple functions and stakeholder groups in complex organizations