Recruitment agency: archetype - brussels - belgium

Presentation of Archetype

Archetype is a Brussels-based recruitment agency specializing in sales, marketing, and management professions. Located in the heart of the capital, the agency supports companies of all sizes and sectors in structuring and strengthening their go-to-market and management teams. Its deep knowledge of the Belgian and European markets allows it to articulate commercial performance, digital challenges, and human fit.

Archetype works with start-ups and scale-ups, family SMEs, multinationals, and public institutions. This functional specialization, combined with a multi-sectoral approach, facilitates the identification of immediately operational profiles and leaders capable of accelerating growth and driving transformation.

Situated in the center of the European district, the agency benefits from a privileged position close to the headquarters of international companies, European institutions, and the tech ecosystem. This proximity fuels an updated understanding of employment trends and the expectations of commercial and marketing talents, both in Belgium and internationally.

The Archetype team prioritizes tailored support and rejects standardized approaches. Its methodology combines industry expertise, cultural understanding, and potential assessment to align skills, performance, and managerial fit.

Areas of Expertise

Specialized Recruitment in Sales, Marketing & Management

Archetype's specialized expertise revolves around several strategic axes that reflect the diversity and richness of the Brussels job market. The agency operates in both traditional sectors and emerging fields, developing a deep understanding of the specifics of each industry while maintaining a holistic view.

• Executive management and go-to-market leadership: CRO, CMO, CCO, VP Sales/Marketing, Sales and Marketing Directors, General/Country Managers
• Sales profiles: SDR/BDR, Inside/Field Sales, Account Executive, Key Account Manager, Business Developer, Customer Success/Account Manager
• Marketing profiles: Digital & Performance, Growth, CRM & Marketing Automation, Brand & Communication, Content, Product Marketing
• Middle management and support functions: Heads of Sales/Marketing, BU Managers, Sales/Revenue Operations, Sales Enablement, Chief of Staff, Transformation/Change Management

This focus on sales, marketing, and management functions, combined with a multi-sectoral vision, makes Archetype a reference partner for building growth and customer-oriented organizations.

Adaptive Recruitment Methodology

The strength of Archetype's generalist positioning lies in its ability to adapt its recruitment methodology to the specifics of each sector and function. This methodological flexibility constitutes a major competitive advantage, allowing the agency to effectively respond to the diverse needs of its clients.

The Archetype team develops a modular approach to recruitment, combining traditional sourcing techniques with the most innovative digital tools. This methodological hybridization optimizes results while adapting to the particularities of each niche market.

• In-depth sector analysis for each assignment
• Multi-channel sourcing tailored to the specifics of the target sector
• Assessment of technical and behavioral skills
• Customized assessment centers according to business challenges
• Due diligence and verification of sector references
• Support for cross-sector integration

Services and Processes

Structured Recruitment Process

Archetype has developed a structured recruitment process in several phases, ensuring both efficiency and quality of services. This proven methodology naturally adapts to the specifics of each industry while maintaining a constant level of rigor.

The first phase involves a thorough analysis of the client's needs, including a fine understanding of the sector context, organizational challenges, and specific challenges related to the position to be filled. This fundamental step allows the agency to define the ideal profile and identify the most relevant sourcing channels.

The sourcing phase mobilizes all the agency's resources: internal database, sector-specific professional networks, institutional partnerships, and digital recruitment tools. This multi-channel approach guarantees comprehensive coverage of the potential candidate market.

• Needs analysis and job profile definition
• Market mapping and identification of talent pools
• Multi-channel sourcing and direct approach
• Technical and behavioral assessment of candidates
• Presentation of qualified short-lists
• Support for interviews and negotiations
• Follow-up on integration and probation period

Support for Companies

The Archetype agency offers comprehensive support to client companies, going beyond simple recruitment to provide genuine expertise in talent management. This consultative approach is based on cross-sector knowledge and best practices observed.

The Archetype team intervenes before recruitment projects to advise companies on their human resources strategies, the evolution of their organizations, and the optimization of their internal recruitment processes. This advisory dimension constitutes an added value appreciated by the agency's clients.

• Consulting on recruitment strategy and talent management
• Audit of HR processes and improvement recommendations
• Support in defining job profiles
• Training internal teams in recruitment techniques
• Sector monitoring and competitive benchmarking
• Support in managing periods of organizational transformation

Support for Candidates

Archetype's approach pays particular attention to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process. This human-centered philosophy fosters the creation of lasting trust relationships and contributes to the success of placements made by the agency.

The consultants at Archetype develop a fine understanding of each candidate's professional background and aspirations, allowing for optimal matching with available opportunities. This personalized approach is enriched by the agency's cross-sector vision of different industries.

• Career interviews and skills assessments
• Advice on professional development and sectoral transition
• Preparation for interviews and personalized coaching
• Support in contractual negotiations
• Post-placement follow-up and adaptation to the new environment
• Development of cross-sector professional networks