Job Description

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT.

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

Talent Acquisition Specialist (German-speaking)

Location: Arad, Timișoara or Cluj-Napoca (Romania)

Start your career in Talent Acquisition!

This is a 1-year fixed-term opportunity with the possibility of extension based on business needs. If you're looking to gain valuable experience in recruitment within an international environment, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and grow your career.

Do you enjoy meeting new people, building relationships, and helping candidates find exciting career opportunities?

We are looking for a German-speaking Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruitment activities for Switzerland. No previous HR experience is required. If you are eager to learn, enjoy working with people, and want to build a career in an international environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Support the recruitment process from job opening to hiring
• Search for and connect with potential candidates through various channels
• Conduct initial candidate conversations and interviews
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for future opportunities
• Partner with hiring managers and HR colleagues across the business
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the hiring journey
• Learn modern recruitment and sourcing techniques from experienced Talent Acquisition professionals

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Business, Economics, Psychology, Languages, or a related field)
• German and English language skills at an advanced level
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in recruitment, HR, or people-focused roles
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• A collaborative and service-oriented approach

What we offer

• The opportunity to start and grow your career in Talent Acquisition
• Training, mentoring, and continuous learning opportunities
• Exposure to international recruitment in the Swiss market
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• The chance to make a real impact by connecting talented people with exciting career opportunities

Ready to kick-start your career in recruitment? Join our team and help shape the future of talent at VAT.

Our commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunities

We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct