Talen

Talen is a dedicated executive search recruitment agency specialising in the construction and engineering sectors. With 13 years of expertise in BTP (Bâtiment et Travaux Publics) recruitment, Talen identifies and places senior cadres and executives through direct headhunting methods rather than traditional recruitment channels. The agency maintains a network of over 10,000 qualified construction professionals sourced from leading institutions including ESTP, INSA, and HEC, and works with more than 100 active co-optors to ensure access to the hidden job market. Talen achieves a 98% success rate in placements, delivering sustainable recruitment outcomes through a rigorous five-step process encompassing strategic briefing, targeted identification, profile evaluation, decision support, and post-placement integration.

Talen specialises exclusively in construction and engineering recruitment, focusing on strategic placements for roles including site engineers, cost estimation engineers, works managers, programme directors, operations directors, and general management positions. The agency serves companies across the construction, civil engineering, and related infrastructure sectors, addressing the specific challenge of recruiting experienced professionals already in post who are rarely accessible through conventional job boards or standard recruitment methods.

Based in Paris, Talen accompanies businesses across France, including overseas territories (DOM-TOM), and internationally. The agency differentiates itself through its direct approach methodology, which accesses candidates in active employment and aligns placements with both technical requirements and organisational objectives. Clients choose Talen for its specialised market knowledge, extensive professional network, and commitment to sustainable recruitment that extends beyond placement to include integration support and candidate guarantee.