Size isn’t everything. Reach, perseverance, creativity, but more importantly the power of networks – that’s what makes a difference in recruitment. That’s why joining Talentor International, a network that combined makes up on of the world’s Top 40 executive search firms according to Hunt Scanlon Media and recruitment providers, is more than a milestone for us—it’s a multiplier in the mathematical equation that makes us stand out.
As of late 2024, Meijer &Co. is officially Talentor’s exclusive partner in Hungary. This places us in a trusted circle of an executive search network present in more than 34 countries across five continents. A network built not just on business opportunities but on shared values, collective ambition and creativity, and an unshakable belief that people—not just placements—are at the heart of everything we do.
Joining Talentor is a two-way street. We bring our Central and Eastern European ESG, and sustainability and renewable energy expertise to the global table, and in return, we gain access to international insights, a shared knowledge base, common tenders, purchasing power, and most importantly: an unparalleled peer network. And what we gain, our clients gain. What we learn, our candidates benefit from.
“It truly feels like a family, very connected… and this was the kind of family I wanted to be a part of.”
Let’s be honest: in this industry, standardising is difficult, and not always a goal that we should aim for. We’re working with people—human beings with ideas, unique mindsets and ways of thinking and dreams. That’s what makes our industry, a very human-centric industry, beautiful, but it can also make it quite challenging. That is also what makes the support of our new global network invaluable. Talentor allows us to share best practices, local market insights, and cultural intelligence with each other, and with our partners who are navigating the same human complexity from all kinds of different vantage points.
For us, this partnership is not about chasing growth and revenue. It’s about sharpening our edge.
In Central and Eastern Europe, we are one of the very few firms fully specialized in supporting both traditional companies as they transition toward sustainable business models, and renewable sector players building future-ready teams. This includes roles that are very ESG focused, as well as more traditional positions as well.
Nonetheless, as we have proclaimed before, we see sustainability more than a department or a KPI in one’s business strategy – it’s a philosophy that should be baked into the way companies hire, operate, and grow. Through Talentor, we now have a platform to extend this philosophy further, supporting international clients who want to recruit with the same forward thinking mindset.
Our mothership and launchpad: Budapest
Geography still matters, and Budapest actually provides us with a competitive edge. Budapest is a hotspot for innovation, nearshoring, and talent. It’s home to a strong automotive and manufacturing base, an expansive SSC and BPO ecosystem, and with that comes a new generation that is seeking sustainability when choosing their future employers.
For international companies, Hungary offers a mix that’s hard to beat: highly skilled talent, competitive salary levels, and a growing, innovative business culture. Many are surprised by the depth of expertise here, particularly in complex and process-driven roles. At the same time, Budapest is also incredibly liveable. That livability translates into a workforce that’s grounded, diverse, and resilient. Yes, it’s not all shiny and pretty, bureaucracy can be a tad bit complex, and we could always do with less red tape, but that is why we are here to support any organisation that is thinking of hiring new people in Hungary and/or open up a new office in Budapest. And we are proud that we placed Budapest and Hungary on the Talentor map.
The sum of many, the strength in the numbers
Because of joining Talentor, Meijer &Co now can:
- Help clients compete in international markets with local nuance,
- Benchmark roles and salaries across different geographies,
- Support multi-country recruitment and employer branding initiatives,
- And continuously upgrade our own services through peer learning.
So whether you’re a sustainability leader looking to scale your team or a candidate seeking your next meaningful challenge, we are here to support you now, even with our new Talentor partnership. Not by making us bigger, but by making us stronger and better. More informed. More connected. More equipped to navigate an increasingly complex hiring landscape.
The power of networks cannot be overestimated. It’s the best investment one can make as a professional and also as a business leader. Our partnership with Talentor is exactly that—an investment in the future of recruitment, of sustainable growth, and of smarter, more human hiring.
Because the future of work doesn’t belong to the biggest players. It belongs to the most relevant, resilient, and responsible ones. And that’s exactly what we intend to
