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Engineering

In Belgium, the challenges in the engineering sector mainly lie in finding a good match between employee and company, given the great diversity in company structures, job roles and workloads. Candidates must choose between career opportunities and benefits at large companies, or more autonomy and work-life balance at smaller organisations. At the same time, economies of scale, mergers and the rise of freelancers are creating additional competition and pressure on retention and flexibility.

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Banking and insurance

In Belgium, increasing competition between large banks and smaller firms poses a significant challenge in the financial sector: employees must choose between attractive benefits and career opportunities at large institutions, or a more human working environment with less pressure at smaller players. Due to economies of scale and mergers, many small firms are disappearing, resulting in broader and more demanding roles and increased workloads, which makes it more difficult for professionals to find a suitable working environment.

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IT Contracting

In Belgium, IT contracting is gaining importance due to the need for rapid, measurable impact and specialised expertise. More and more professionals are opting for self-employment, especially in areas such as data, cloud and cybersecurity. For companies, a good MSP is crucial for managing external talent efficiently and ensuring smooth collaboration.

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Industries in focus

  • Accountancy & Finance
  • Banking & Insurance
  • Construction
  • Engineering
  • HR
  • Information Technology
  • Life Sciences
  • Office Professionals
  • Purchasing & Logistics
  • Sales, Marketing & Retail

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