Brandon Syla

Recruitment Consultant

Netherlands

Brandon is based in Amsterdam and will recruit across all sectors, with a primary focus on payroll, rewards, people analytics and HR digital.

Before joining the firm, he gained five years of experience in recruitment with a focus on marketing, communication, digital and transport. Brandon studied commercial economics, which provided him with a strong academic in sales and account management foundation, and has since built extensive expertise in recruitment through both his education and professional practice.

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Private equity confidence is back: how US deals are reshaping CPO hiring in the UK

  • Posted maart 18, 2026
Over the last six months, I have seen confidence return to the private equity market. After a prolonged period of caution driven by the pandemic, economic uncertainty and ongoing volatility, funds are once again showing a greater appetite to transact. For many investors, uncertainty is no longer a short-term disruption. It is the operating environment, […]

Emerging HR hubs in North America: beyond NYC, Chicago, and Toronto 

  • Posted maart 18, 2026
We’ve already discussed executive hiring search trends in North America, but what are some of the emerging locations business leaders should be aware of?   For decades, New York City, Chicago, and Toronto have been the dominant HR centers in North America. Their established corporate ecosystems, deep labor markets, and extensive talent pipelines made them natural focal […]

The Southwest UK HR job market in 2026: what employers across Bristol, the M4 corridor and the Thames Valley need to know

  • Posted maart 11, 2026
Over recent years, the HR job market across the Southwest has shifted significantly. From Bristol and Swindon, through the M4 corridor and across parts of the Thames Valley, employers are navigating a labour market shaped by post-pandemic change, economic uncertainty and continued demand for high-quality HR capability. I work closely with organisations across this entire […]
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Leading beyond discomfort: how mind‑body awareness strengthens modern leadership

  • Posted maart 5, 2026
As leaders navigate increasing complexity, shifting expectations and diverse teams, many are finding that technical capability alone is no longer enough. Effective leadership now depends on the ability to recognise discomfort early, stay grounded under pressure and create environments where people feel safe to contribute. During our recent International Women’s Day webinar that we hosted […]

Implementing the UK’s MRT pay reforms: what compensation leaders need to decide now and consider for tomorrow (and how to weigh accelerating legacy deferrals)

  • Posted maart 4, 2026
UK banks, investment firms and dual‑regulated firms operating in financial services are entering a new phase of remuneration reform. Following changes to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and PRA Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) remuneration rules, firms now have greater flexibility over variable remuneration, deferral periods, vesting and retention period structures, particularly for material risk takers […]

Greater China total rewards trends in 2026: compensation and benefits hiring across Hong Kong and Mainland China

  • Posted maart 4, 2026
In 2026, the total rewards landscape across the Greater China region is undergoing a profound structural shift, driven by evolving Chinese labour markets, changing job market dynamics and heightened competition for top talent across the Asia Pacific region. For human resources leaders, these market trends are reshaping compensation strategies, rewards programmes and decision-making at both […]

How to write a standout HR CV 

  • Posted maart 3, 2026
contents Whether you’re being headhunted, referred by your network, working with a recruiter or applying directly, your CV should never be the reason you fall out of contention. In HR, it is your clearest marketing document. It should communicate professional experience, achievements and relevant skills quickly to a recruiter or hiring manager and to applicant tracking systems.  As an […]

Interview with Danny Lockwood, HRIS strategist and Workday specialist

  • Posted maart 3, 2026
1. What major trends do you see shaping Workday system strategy and HRIS architecture over the next 3–5 years? “Over the next few years, we’ll see a definitive shift from traditional transaction-heavy systems to AI-augmented orchestration. HRIS architecture is moving toward a “skills-first” model, where the Workday Skills Cloud becomes the foundational layer for dynamic […]

Why senior HR talent is becoming a differentiator for Dutch PE portfolio companies

  • Posted maart 3, 2026
Private equity in the Netherlands is changing. Deal activity is rising, expectations around performance are tightening and portfolio companies are being pushed to deliver value creation faster and more consistently. As Dutch businesses across Amsterdam and the wider region respond to these pressures, a theme has appeared: senior HR talent is now one of the […]

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