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Laura Summerson

Senior Consultant

Phone number: +31 20 241 73 73

Email: [email protected]

Laura Summerson - Senior Consultant

Laura is a Senior Consultant specialising in placing top talent in the leading HR jobs in the Netherlands.

She joined EMEA Recruitment in November 2023, with over five years of recruitment experience in the creative sector. Keen to challenge herself, Laura wanted to leave her comfort zone and advance her expertise in HR recruitment, tackling a new international market.

As a Senior Consultant, Laura thrives on relationship building and successfully marrying clients and candidates. She understands the importance of finding the right fit for both parties and the weight a career change can hold.

Her approach is personable and inquisitive. Understanding people’s journeys, experiences and ambitions allows Laura to excel in finding the right match.

Laura’s Interests

Laura’s main interest is travelling, especially around Europe. Germany is a popular destination for her and her partner, as they have friends in the country.

She also describes herself as a “foodie” and loves to eat out and cook. Participating in outdoor activities, such as cycling, is another hobby that Laura enjoys.

Her other interests include fashion and socialising with friends.

Laura's Successful Candidates

  • HR Manager
  • International Payroll Specialist
  • HR Business Partner
  • Interim HR Manager
  • Global HR Technology Manager
  • Senior Rewards Specialist
  • Payroll Team Lead

Laura Summerson - Senior Consultant
  • Travelling
  • Food
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Fashion
  • Socialising

Laura Summerson

Senior Consultant

Phone number: +31 20 241 73 73

Email: [email protected]

Laura is a Senior Consultant specialising in placing top talent in the leading HR jobs in the Netherlands.

She joined EMEA Recruitment in November 2023, with over five years of recruitment experience in the creative sector. Keen to challenge herself, Laura wanted to leave her comfort zone and advance her expertise in HR recruitment, tackling a new international market.

As a Senior Consultant, Laura thrives on relationship building and successfully marrying clients and candidates. She understands the importance of finding the right fit for both parties and the weight a career change can hold.

Her approach is personable and inquisitive. Understanding people’s journeys, experiences and ambitions allows Laura to excel in finding the right match.

Laura’s Interests

Laura’s main interest is travelling, especially around Europe. Germany is a popular destination for her and her partner, as they have friends in the country.

She also describes herself as a “foodie” and loves to eat out and cook. Participating in outdoor activities, such as cycling, is another hobby that Laura enjoys.

Her other interests include fashion and socialising with friends.

Laura's Successful Candidates

  • HR Manager
  • International Payroll Specialist
  • HR Business Partner
  • Interim HR Manager
  • Global HR Technology Manager
  • Senior Rewards Specialist
  • Payroll Team Lead
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Laura Summerson JOBS

Senior Rewards Specialist

€85,000 €95,000
Amsterdam
Human Resources
Permanent
Posted 2 weeks ago
EMEA Recruitment is working with an international organisation seeking a Senior Rewards Specialist to join their energetic and passionate team in Amsterdam.
 
You will develop competitive, fair, and motivating Reward policies and support in creating a strategic vision for Rewards.

The ideal person will be passionate about executing and innovating Rewards processes and possess a keen eye for efficiency and excellence.

This organisation embraces learning and development and anticipates scope to further develop in this role.

Responsibilities of Senior Rewards Specialist:
  • Working closely with the other members of the Rewards team to design, implement and evaluate competitive compensation
  • Modernise and simplify the overall reward package for the organisations 
  • Define communication strategies 
  • Liaise with relevant stakeholders - management for the Dutch entities, the Global Rewards Team and People Operations
  • Be the subject matter expert on the reward matters
  • Support the labour relations work with employees, unions and works council
 Experience Required:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Dutch Rewards
  • Good knowledge of benchmarking and experience with job grading using the Korn Ferry Hay methodology
  • Experience with working in an international environment
  • Experience with a production environment
  • Fluent in Dutch and English
  • Strong stakeholder management skills
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

HR Generalist (Interim) - Exclusive

Competitive Hourly Rate
Amsterdam
Human Resources,HR Generalist,EMEA Exclusive
Interim / Fixed Term Contract
Posted 3 days ago
EMEA Recruitment has exclusively partnered with a well-established global business to recruit an Interim HR Generalist for an initial 6-month contract.

This HR Generalist role is ideal for a qualified HR professional with a strong background in supporting all administrative aspects of the HR lifecycle and experience in an international working environment.

Responsibilities of Interim HR Generalist:
  • Recruitment best practices, hiring activities, scheduling interviews, screening resumes, and maintaining databases
  • Scheduling aptitude tests for new hires
  • Providing support during the full Onboarding/Offboarding Cycle
  • Providing support to the Head of HR with updating the employee handbooks (Spain/Norway/UK and NL)
  • Providing support in training and development activities
  • Updating the training and development portfolio
  • Managing invoice approval process
  • Arrangement of social corporate events

Experience Required:
  • BSc in HR, Business, or relevant field
  • Excellent English (verbal & written)
  • 4+ years of proven experience as HR Assistant Manager within an international company
  • Familiarity with hiring practices and stages
  • Experience using recruiting software and social networks for recruiting
  • Strong organizational, time management skills and outstanding communication skills
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Experienced working in an international working environment

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

HR Assistant - Exclusive

€42,000
Netherlands, Amsterdam
Human Resources,EMEA Exclusive
Permanent
Posted yesterday
EMEA Recruitment is exclusively partnering with a multi-national manufacturing company in Amsterdam, to recruit a Dutch-speaking HR Assistant to join their friendly team.

The HR Assistant will provide support to a variety of administrative and organizational activities under the HR & General Affairs department.

In return, the HR Assistant will receive opportunities for growth and development, while working in a diverse and forward-thinking company.

Responsibilities of the HR Assistant:
  • Prepare monthly HR reports as required
  • Organize, manage, and maintain files and records
  • Manage and ensure the efficiency of the HR tool, including updating and uploading policies and procedures
  • Facilitate and support seamless (pre)onboarding experience of new hires
  • Coordinate and oversee the collection and organization of performance appraisal documents
  • Prepare essential documents, e.g. employer statements
  • Schedule and coordinate appointments with local authorities in the relevant countries
  • Handle incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and phone calls and maintaining sickness leave records
Experience required:
  • Bachelors in HR, Business or relevant field
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant international General Affairs work experience
  • Systems savvy
  • Excel skills, have excellent knowledge of spreadsheets and formulas
  • Excellent communication skills to converse with external parties and internal team members of all levels
  • Exceptional planning/organizational skills and being deadline oriented
  • Being a team player, as well as being able to work independently
  • Fluency in English and Dutch
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.