Sustainability Recruiter

Our story

Vincent van Rees, founder of Sustainability Recruiter

Hi, I’m Vincent, founder of Sustainability Recruiter.

I’ve always loved the ocean. Surfing was my passion, until the day I found myself paddling through waves filled with plastic. Seeing firsthand how human impact was destroying once-thriving marine life was a wake-up call.

Coming from HR consulting, I realized that placing talent in commercial roles wasn’t fulfilling. Frustrated by the lack of purpose-driven opportunities at traditional recruitment agencies, I created Sustainability Recruiter.

We empower professionals to secure roles where purpose and ambition go hand in hand. The result? Businesses equipped with future-proof teams ready to scale their impact.

The power of purpose-driven hiring

We believe that the right people in the right roles can transform industries and drive real change. The challenges our world faces are urgent, and talent is the key to solving them. By building future-proof teams, we are accelerating the transition to a greener and more responsible world.

Our approach is built on three principles:

Scalable & Realistic Change

A sustainable future starts with achievable steps. Small steps lead to big impact. We act as a bridge between employers and professionals, facilitating practical steps toward meaningful collaboration.

Long-Term Success

Quick fixes don't create lasting impact. We believe in steady, thoughtful growth that stands the test of time. Our approach ensures partnerships for long-term success. And to prove our commitment, every hire is covered for a full year: if a placed candidate leaves within twelve months, we search for a replacement at no additional cost.

Lifting Each Other Up

We believe progress happens faster when we lift each other up. We bring people together to share knowledge, opportunities, and sustainable solutions.

Vincent van Rees

Vincent van Rees

Founder & Talent Specialist

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We're the recruitment partner for start-ups and scale-ups driving the sustainable transition. Share your plans and the roles behind them, and we'll take it from there. Book a free 30-minute introduction call.