Part-Time Talent Acquisition Business Partner (Temporary …, Amstelveen

We are looking for a

Talent Acquisition Business Partner

to join Canon EMEA on a temporary 7-month contract.

This role is part time (20-24 hours) and requires someone able to start as soon as possible.

As our Talent Acquisition Partner, you will develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies to ensure a strong pipeline of high-quality candidates across the organisation, with a particular emphasis on IT recruitment. You will partner closely with business leaders to understand their hiring needs and deliver a transparent, structured, and data-driven recruitment experience.

You will report directly to the Senior HR Manager and work within a collaborative HR team that values partnership, insight, and continuous improvement. You will also act as an ambassador for Canon’s Employer Brand, using market intelligence, sourcing tools, and creative approaches to attract talent and strengthen our presence in the market.

Purpose and Added Value

Strengthen Canon’s talent pipeline, especially for IT roles.

Enhance fairness, transparency, and consistency in recruitment through data-driven insights.

Support business growth by partnering closely with business leaders on their hiring needs.

Champion our Employer Brand and ensure a positive candidate experience.

Drive continuous improvement in recruitment processes, tools, and reporting.

Responsibilities As the Talent Acquisition Business Partner, you will:

Develop and implement proactive sourcing strategies to identify, attract, and hire high-quality talent, with a strong focus on IT recruitment.

Build and nurture talent pipelines for current and future organisational needs.

Partner closely with hiring managers and other business stakeholders to understand role requirements, set expectations, and gather feedback.

Use data and market intelligence to inform sourcing strategies and track progress against open positions.

Maintain accurate reporting through the applicant tracking system, ensuring transparency on key TA metrics.

Act as an advisor on recruitment best practices, selection techniques, and employer branding initiatives.

Conduct candidate assessments and interviews, representing Canon’s culture, values, and total rewards offering.

Collaborate effectively within the HR and Talent Acquisition teams to support continuous improvement and a consistent candidate experience.

Support the development and optimisation of recruitment tools, processes, and technology.

Qualifications We are looking for someone with the below qualifications:

Experience recruiting for IT roles or technical functions (highly desirable).

Strong knowledge of hiring practices, behavioural-based interviewing, and recruitment metrics.

Experience using recruitment tools, sourcing platforms, and applicant tracking systems.

Understanding of social media sourcing, content marketing, and employer branding.

Demonstrated ability to build and manage talent pipelines.

Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Ability to influence stakeholders, provide constructive advice, and support decision-making.

Data-savvy, detail-oriented, and comfortable using reporting tools and market insights.

Strong communication skills and the ability to represent Canon professionally to candidates.

Fluent English (written and spoken).

Cultural awareness and experience working in an international, diverse organisation.

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