Kraai & Van Lier Headhunters

Kraai & Van Lier Headhunters is a specialist recruitment agency founded by senior headhunters Bart Kraai and Edwin van Lier, combining 25 years of industry network, knowledge and experience. The agency operates as matchmakers focused on filling senior-level positions at tactical and strategic levels, delivering both permanent and interim solutions. Kraai & Van Lier distinguishes itself through a pragmatic, no-nonsense approach, driven by speed, clarity and results for all parties involved in the recruitment process.

The recruitment agency specialises in three core sectors: Finance and Control, Human Resources, and General Management. Kraai & Van Lier has built its reputation on deep sector expertise and the ability to rapidly identify and place candidates within these specialised fields. The agency's methodology is built on relationship-based recruitment, with over 90 per cent of placements sourced from its established network of known, vetted candidates with whom the team has built strong professional relationships.

Kraai & Van Lier operates across the Netherlands, serving clients in major business centres including Amsterdam, Utrecht, Eindhoven, Arnhem and surrounding regions. The agency commits to rapid turnaround times, providing feedback on permanent senior-level positions within five working days and interim placements within three working days. Clients choose Kraai & Van Lier for its consultative approach, extensive network reach, and unwavering commitment to delivering the right talent match efficiently. The agency is also an ambassador of Refugee Talent Hub, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity, diversity and making a positive contribution to society through employment.