Job Title

Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, EMEA

Summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a high-impact Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to drive hiring strategy across the EMEA. This role is pivotal in shaping the talent agenda, leading a small team of Talent Acquisition Advisors, and delivering exceptional hiring outcomes across a diverse, fast-paced business.

The idóneo candidate brings deep expertise in the the real estate industry and direct sourcing and headhunting, with the ability to identify, engage, and secure high-calibre talent in competitive markets. You will act as both a strategic partner to the business and a hands-on recruitment expert, setting the standard for proactive talent acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Delivery Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Talent Acquisition Advisors, fostering a high-performance, delivery-focused culture

Own end-to-end recruitment delivery for key functions across the Netherlands, ensuring quality, speed, and stakeholder satisfaction

Set clear performance standards, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives for the TA function Strategic Talent Acquisition Partner with senior stakeholders to understand workforce needs and translate them into effective hiring strategies

Provide market intelligence, talent insights, and hiring recommendations to influence business decisions

Drive workforce planning initiatives and anticipate future talent needs Direct Sourcing & Headhunting (Critical Focus) Personally lead complex and senior-level searches, utilising advanced headhunting techniques Proactively map target companies and talent pools to identify and engage passive candidates





Build and maintain strong pipelines of high-quality, hard-to-find talent

Leverage a range of sourcing tools, networks, and strategies (including Linked In, market mapping, referrals, and industry engagement)

Act as a role model within the team for consultative, insight-led headhunting Stakeholder & Candidate Experience Build trusted relationships with hiring managers and leadership teams

Advise stakeholders on hiring strategy, candidate assessment, and market positioning

Ensure a best-in-class candidate experience that reflects the Cushman & Wakefield brand Process & Continuous Improvement Optimise recruitment processes, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and scalability

Champion data-driven recruitment, using metrics to enhance performance and outcomes

Contribute to employer branding initiatives aligned with the local market Key Requirements Proven experience in Talent Acquisition leadership, ideally within a professional services, real estate, or commercial environment

Demonstrable success in headhunting and direct sourcing, particularly for complex or niche roles

Strong ability to identify and engage passive talent in competitive markets

Experience managing and developing recruitment teams

Strategic mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

Excellent communication,



stakeholder management, and negotiation skills

Data-driven approach with experience using recruitment metrics and insights

Fluent in English (Dutch proficiency beneficial but not essential depending on scope) What Sets You Apart You are a true headhunter curious, persistent, and highly skilled at uncovering hidden talent

You thrive in a hands-on leadership role, balancing delivery with strategy

You bring commercial acumen and understand how hiring impacts business performance

You are passionate about building teams and elevating recruitment standards About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, delivering exceptional value for real estate occupiers and owners. With a strong presence in the Netherlands, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent to support our continued growth and success.

Cushman & Wakefield is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment, and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free workplace.

If you are a person with a disability and need any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, you are invited to bring this to the Talent Acquisition Advisor’s attention once they have made contact.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

📌 Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, Emea (Madrid)
🏢 Cushman u0026 Wakefield
📍 Madrid