Talent Acquisition Specialist EMEA (1-Year Contract / Maternity Cover)

About the role Recruiters center their efforts around sourcing, screening, and hiring new talent. In this role, reporting to the Solutions Group TA Lead, you will collaborate closely with hiring managers, the Talent Attraction team, and cross-functional partners to understand staffing requirements and execute effective recruitment plans. You will post job requisitions, actively source candidates through various channels, and build qualified talent pipelines with a strong emphasis on teamwork, trustworthiness, automation, and AI tools. Additionally, you will perform necessary reporting and data tracking, conduct initial screenings and interviews, manage the interview process in close partnership with hiring teams, support offer negotiations, deliver an exceptional candidate experience, and maintain accuracy across applicant tracking systems. The position is based on-site at our European Headquarters in Oegstgeest with hybrid work options. Key Responsibilities Collaborate closely in a trustworthy, team-oriented environment with hiring managers, HR colleagues, and the Talent Attraction team to execute recruitment plans. Actively source, network, and engage candidates using modern automation and AI recruitment tools to build strong talent pipelines. Conduct initial candidate screenings and interviews to evaluate technical capabilities, trustworthiness, teamwork orientation, and organizational fit. Perform necessary recruitment reporting, metrics analytics, and data management to keep stakeholders informed and track hiring performance. Coordinate and manage the interview process, gathering collaborative stakeholder feedback to facilitate informed hiring decisions. Track and process talent acquisition administrative tasks such as reporting, invoicing, and managing employee referral programs. Demonstrated experience in full-lifecycle recruiting, candidate sourcing, or talent acquisition within a professional, team-driven environment. Strong expertise and practical experience in utilizing recruitment automation technologies and AI-powered sourcing tools. High level of personal integrity, trustworthiness, and strong teamwork capabilities when collaborating with talent attraction and cross-functional teams. High proficiency in candidate engagement strategies, digital recruitment solutions, reporting analytics, and AI-driven candidate discovery. Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail when managing multiple hiring priorities. Strong adaptability, customer centricity, and effective written and verbal communication skills. Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect: Health & Financial Benefits: *We offer a gross benefit for the supplemental package of mandatory health insurance. *Access to Lyra, our confidential Employee Assistance Program, for personal and professional support. *We provide a free health check every 4 years, and free fruit on-site. *Mandatory participation to the Avery Dennison Pension Fund, employer pays ⅔ of the premium. *Holiday allowance and a year-end allowance. Time Off & Flexibility: *Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, increasing to 26 days after 4 years (pro-rated). *Extra Days: 13 additional days per year (+4% ATV allowance, pro-rated) and a bridge day off. Benefit from birth/parental leave in accordance with Dutch labor law, with fully paid partner leave. We also offer flexible working hours and hybrid work options for most positions. Commuting & On-site Perks: Take advantage of free and enclosed parking in a well-located building, or opt for a commuting allowance/100% reimbursement for public transport. Professional Development: Invest in your growth with a €500 annual individual training budget, access to lots of internal training/mentoring programs and a budget for hardware when working from home. To help us process your application quickly, please upload your CV in either PDF or Word format. We also kindly ask that you submit your resume in the same language as this job posting. Why join Avery Dennison We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at . At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in the FMCG, apparel, automotive, and pharma industries. Our European Headquarters in the Netherlands, founded in 1955 and since 2014 located in the Leiden Bioscience Park, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports all Avery Dennison businesses and employs approximately 500 talented individuals.The location serves as the central hub for European Leadership and other functions that support the wider European manufacturing and distribution network. The location features a state-of-the-art Research and Development Center. Equal Opportunity Employer Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at . In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach. Pay Transparency Statement Salary Range: €42,000 - €67,200 EUR The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.