Robert Jan Verwaal
About Robert Jan Verwaal
Robert Jan Verwaal is a Senior Recruiter with extensive experience in recruitment strategy and project management. He has worked for various companies, including Kite Pharma and Philips, and has a strong background in engaging multicultural talent.
Work at Kite Pharma
Robert Jan Verwaal has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Senior Recruiter since 2019. In this role, he supports business leaders in attracting and engaging top talent. His responsibilities include direct sourcing and managing senior stakeholders, which are essential for fulfilling the recruitment needs of the organization.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before joining Kite Pharma, Verwaal accumulated extensive experience in recruitment across various organizations. He worked at Philips as a Corporate Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Consultant from 2013 to 2019. He also held positions at T-Mobile Netherlands BV and People4Office as a Senior Corporate Recruiter. His career includes roles at MOON. and MRI® European Search Company, where he developed skills in recruitment strategy and project management.
Education and Expertise
Robert Jan Verwaal holds a Master's Degree in Business/Corporate Communications from Radboud University Nijmegen, achieved in 2007. He also studied Marketing & Communication at the same university from 1994 to 1999. His expertise includes recruitment strategy, project management, and multicultural team management, which he applies in workshops for large corporations.
Background in Multicultural Recruitment
Verwaal has a strong background in multicultural recruitment, having served as Manager Recruitment Multicultural Diversity at Young Global People. He also worked as a Senior Multicultural Diversity Recruiter at the same organization. His experience in engaging with diverse talent pools enhances his effectiveness in recruitment roles.
Career Progression
Verwaal's career spans over a decade in both agency and in-house recruitment environments. He began his recruitment journey at NEWPEOPLE and Appoint, where he gained foundational experience. His roles have evolved to include senior positions, reflecting his growth and expertise in the field.