Modern European corporate office with glass-walled meeting rooms - Go Ahead HiRe recruitment

Your Go-To European Recruitment Partner

From expanding into Europe to strengthening your team at home, we find executive, professional and operational talent anywhere in Europe, including the UK.

Personal recruitment partner
Active headhunting
In-depth candidate interviews
Europe-wide reach

- Our story -

European recruitment with Go Ahead HiRe

The right hire starts with understanding your business. Based in the Netherlands, our team brings over 10 years of European HR and recruitment experience to national hiring and international expansion.

We do more than send CVs. Active headhunting, in-depth interviews and clear professional summaries help you assess each candidate's motivation, strengths and fit before you invest time in interviews.

- Who we help -

Built for two kinds of European growth

Entering a new country or hiring close to home? One recruitment partner for your first European team, your next specialist or the people who keep your business running.

Expanding to Europe

Entering a new European market for the first time

Setting up your first European or UK presence, or moving into a brand new country? We become your local talent partner, source your founding team and steer you through cross-border hiring nuance.

  • First country managers, sales leads and operations hires
  • Multilingual search across the EU and UK
  • Guidance on relocation, work permits and local employment norms
  • A trusted on-the-ground partner from day one
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National recruitment

Growing your established European workforce further in country

You do not need an international expansion plan to work with us. We help established teams hire in their home country, from sales and marketing to HR, procurement, customer service and leadership.

  • Executive, professional and operational recruitment
  • New team members, key replacements and growing departments
  • A search tailored to your local market and company culture
  • Personal support from the first brief to after the hire starts
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Darcie and Erwin of Go Ahead HiRe meeting with an international candidate in their Reutum office - representing the multilingual, multicultural European talent network
A multilingual, cross-border European network

- People, not pipelines -

Behind every search, real people

Recruitment is personal. Darcie and Erwin combine European market experience with hands-on support for clients and candidates. Expect honest feedback, clear communication and attention to the person behind the CV, not just the job title.

Read about the people behind the agency, how a typical search runs, or browse what previous clients say.

- Choose your path -

How can we help you?

Companies hiring international talent across Europe

I'm a talent seeker

Partner with us to find exceptional international talent that aligns with your culture and drives your business forward across European markets.

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Professionals seeking international career opportunities in Europe

I'm a job seeker

Unlock your international career potential. We connect ambitious professionals with leading businesses offering exciting opportunities across Europe.

BROWSE OPEN ROLES
Darcie Hudson - CEO and Founder of Go Ahead HiRe
500+
International
Placements

Darcie Hudson

CEO & Founder

- Meet our founder -

Connecting ambition with global opportunity

Recruitment is about more than filling a vacancy; it's about altering the trajectory of a business and a career simultaneously. I founded Go Ahead HiRe to bridge the gap between brilliant international talent and companies that recognize the value of diverse, cross-border teams.

With extensive experience navigating European recruitment, Darcie and her team deliver a bespoke, high-touch service that treats every placement as a critical business partnership.

- What we do -

Recruitment specialisations

From country managers and sales leaders to HR, procurement and customer support. Six practice areas covering executive, professional and operational hiring.

- Where we operate -

Hire anywhere in Europe

Our reach spans Europe, including the UK. Explore these country guides or see our wider coverage, from the Nordics to Central and Southern Europe.

Our profession is searching talent for SalesMarketingManagementOperationsEngineeringConsultancy

- Now hiring -

Featured open positions

A few of our latest international opportunities. We partner with forward-thinking companies across Europe.

Field Sales Manager North Rhine-Westphalia - North Rhine-Westphalia (home office), Germany, recruited by Go Ahead HiRe
Sales

North Rhine-Westphalia (home office), Germany

Field Sales Manager North Rhine-Westphalia

Grow Yokohama Alliance Tire Europe's Alliance, Galaxy and Primex brands across North Rhine-Westphalia. Home-based with more than 50% regional travel (3 to 4 days per week). Develop dealer, distributor and OE2 accounts across agriculture and construction. Requires 5 to 7 years of sales experience in Germany, OHT or machinery expertise, native German and professional English. Good salary and attractive bonus.

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Field Sales Manager North Germany - North Germany (home office), Germany, recruited by Go Ahead HiRe
Sales

North Germany (home office), Germany

Field Sales Manager North Germany

Grow Yokohama Alliance Tire Europe's off-highway tire brands across North Germany. Home-based, preferably between Bremen and Hamburg, with more than 50% travel. Develop dealer, distributor and OE2 accounts across agriculture and construction. Requires 5 to 7 years of German sales experience, OHT or machinery expertise, native German and professional English. Good salary and attractive bonus.

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Field Sales Manager East-Central Germany - East-Central Germany (home office), Germany, recruited by Go Ahead HiRe
Sales

East-Central Germany (home office), Germany

Field Sales Manager East-Central Germany

Grow Yokohama Alliance Tire Europe's off-highway tire brands across East-Central Germany. Home-based, preferably between Magdeburg and Potsdam, with more than 50% travel. Build dealer, distributor and OE2 relationships across agriculture and construction. Requires 5 to 7 years of German sales experience, OHT or machinery expertise, native German and professional English. Good salary and attractive bonus.

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Global Sales Account Manager - Rome (hybrid), Italy, recruited by Go Ahead HiRe
Sales

Rome (hybrid), Italy

Global Sales Account Manager

A senior, specialist sales role in Rome (hybrid) for a leading global copyright licensing organization representing over 1,000 rights holders, including major Hollywood studios. Own a specific line of licensing business globally: drive enterprise and key account deals, structure bespoke licence agreements and enable territory teams across 28 countries. 7+ years of complex B2B sales experience and fluent business English (C1/C2) required. EUR 65,000 over 14 months plus commission.

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- FAQ -

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions we hear most. Need something more specific? Get in touch through our contact page.

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What does Go Ahead HiRe do?

Go Ahead HiRe is a European recruitment agency based in the Netherlands. We support national hiring and international expansion with executive, professional and operational recruitment across sales, marketing, engineering, management, operations and consultancy.

Related: Our services, Our approach

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Which countries do you recruit in?

We can recruit anywhere in Europe, including the UK. Our highlighted countries span Western Europe, the Nordics, Central and Eastern Europe. If your country is not listed, contact us to discuss your hiring needs.

Related: Countries we cover

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I am a company looking to hire, how do we start?

Brief us through the short wizard on the Hire talent page. We will reply within one business day with next steps, a market view and a proposed search plan.

Related: Hire talent

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I am a candidate, how do I apply?

Browse the open positions and apply directly to any role that fits. We add new opportunities regularly, so check back if you do not see a match today.

Related: Open positions

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How long does a search usually take?

Timing depends on the role, local talent market, interview process and notice periods. We agree the search approach with you during the briefing and keep you informed as the search progresses.

Related: Our six-step method

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