Talent Acquisition Partner

The Opportunity: Join Our Small but Mighty TA Team Location: LeuvenStart date: Ideally mid-FebruaryInterview process: can be wrapped up in two weeks The Opportunity Avantor provides on-site Laboratory Services for major pharmaceutical customers — and our Talent Acquisition team plays a key role in finding the people who make this work possible. We support scientific teams across Europe by attracting great talent, keeping processes smooth, and ensuring every candidate feels supported from day one. And now… we’re looking for our next teammate Who We Are You’ll be joining a tight-knit TA squad of just three people . We work closely together, support each other through busy days, celebrate our wins, and absolutely love a good laugh. We’re collaborative, open, and positive — but also focused and capable of getting things done independently when needed. No experience in recruitment? No problem If you’re curious about the world of life sciences , eager to learn , resilient , and bring a real go‑getter attitude , we’ll teach you the rest. What you'll do on a typical day You’ll have variety, ownership, and opportunities to grow as you: Manage a high volume of end-to-end recruitment processes across different scientific roles Post job openings internally and externally, ensuring our ads are accurate, engaging, and targeted Handle recruitment questions from hiring managers, candidates, and external providers Keep a close eye on application flows and flag any trends or concerns Record and maintain candidate data accurately in our ATS Build strong relationships with key stakeholders — and manage expectations with confidence Support candidates with interview preparation, confirmations, and general process questions Respond to internal and external recruitment inquiries on status updates, process steps, or scheduling What you’ll need to be successful You don't need previous TA experience — what matters most is your energy, resilience, and willingness to learn. We’d love you to bring: Fluency in Dutch, French, and English A positive, can‑do attitude and the ability to handle multiple tasks at once Comfort working both independently and closely with our team Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Calmness and structure when working toward tight deadlines Confidence to push back or challenge constructively when needed Curiosity about the life sciences world (even if you're new to it) What we offer At Avantor, we focus on you. You’ll get: A competitive salary A modern, welcoming work environment A supportive team who’s got your back Opportunities to gain hands‑on experience, grow, and learn every day A workplace where having fun and doing great work go hand in hand Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life‑changing science. The work we do changes people’s lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom’s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. 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