Best HR Services Companies in Netherlands
The 402 best HR Services companies in Netherlands in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: HeadFirst.
The 402 HR Services companies we track in the Netherlands have pulled in $114M in disclosed funding combined, and this directory ranks them by exactly that: equity raised and recent funding momentum. HeadFirst owns the headline number at $88M, which is nearly the entire pool on its own. Archipel Academy sits second at $14M, with Aethon close behind at $11M. No unicorns yet, but the spread between the top and the long tail is steep enough to tell you something real about where capital is concentrating.
So what's actually moving the sector right now? Themes like refugee integration and payment system integration are pulling HR providers into territory well beyond traditional staffing, and AI is reshaping how service delivery gets built from the ground up. I'd watch that thread closely. Investors like Avedon Capital Partners and Oost NL are the names showing up most consistently across deals, which signals a maturing but still regionally anchored ecosystem. Coverage is rising quarter on quarter, and the companies bridging workforce access with embedded fintech or social integration services are the ones attracting the serious checks.
Ranked: Best HR Services companies in Netherlands
| # | Company | Disclosed funding | Last round | Stage | Employees | Founded | Tech stack | Recent signals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | &Talent Provider of talent development and management services intended to connect to the changing labor market and… | — | — | Private | 4 | 2009 | — | — |
| 2 | 10 Select Provider of recruitment services for process and manufacturing industry | — | — | Acquired | 35 | 2010 | PHPLeafletLaravel+23 | 6 job openings |
| 3 | 2CandMore Wij ontdekken en ontwikkelen talent en daar zijn we goed in. | — | — | — | 61 | 2011 | — | — |
| 4 | 365Werk Provider of staffing, recruitment and payroll management services | — | — | Unfunded | 69 | 2013 | SentryNode.jsTailwind CSS+12 | 2 job openings |
| 5 | abcbijles B.V. abcbijles verzorgt individuele bijles, huiswerkbegeleiding en examentraining aan huis. | — | — | — | 102 | 2017 | WordPressMySQLPHP+20 | — |
| 6 | AbelTalent Provider of HR recruitment services | — | — | Unfunded | 56 | 1998 | HubSpot CMS HubApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+19 | — |
| 7 | Abroad Experience International recruitment agency connecting multilingual job seekers with companies | — | — | Unfunded | — | 1998 | WordPressPleskMySQL+25 | 8 job openings |
| 8 | acture Provider of employee benefit services | — | — | Private | 239 | 2008 | WordPressApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+19 | — |
Top 12 HR Services companies in Netherlands
#1
Acquired · Rijswijk, South Holland · founded 2005 · 828 employees$10.9Mraised▾
Provider of temporary staffing services intended for health institutions, municipalities and housing associations. The company undertakes ambitious students and young professionals and develops and invests in targeted, practical training programs for employees and creates a sustainable flow of part-time employees, enabling both the employer and the employee to make progress and move forward.
- May 2025Series B$10.9M
#2
Series A · Amsterdam, North Holland · founded 2013 · 14 employees$685.6Kraised▾
Provider of employee benefits services
- Apr 2025Series A$1.1M
- Dec 2022Seed—
- Feb 2022Seed$685.6K
#3
Series C · Hoofddorp, North Holland · founded 1995 · 389 employees$88.2Mraised▾
Provider of HR solutions
- Dec 2022Series C—
- Oct 2020Series C$88.2M
#4
Series B · Zaltbommel, Gelderland · founded 2018 · 109 employees$13.6Mraised▾
Provider of online based learning management solution services
- Jun 2022Series B$13.6M
#5
Funding Raised · Amsterdam, North Holland · founded 2012$179.4Kraised▾
Provider of applied storytelling training, theatre productions, and knowledge resources. The company specializes in applied storytelling, offering training for personal development, counteracting polarisation, and language learning. It produces storytelling theatre performances and provides a platform for diverse stories. The company develops and shares methods and books used worldwide to promote social impact and language development. It creates theatre productions with personal stories as a starting point, often showcasing individuals not typically seen in mainstream theatre.
- Jan 2024Grant (prize money)$36.5K
- Dec 2020Grant (prize money)$142.9K
#6
Funding Raised · Rotterdam, South Holland · founded 1992$155.3Kraised▾
Facilitating international career mobility for individuals, businesses, and universities. The company provides customized solutions and professional training for navigating cross-border work and cultural differences. Its services help individuals attract global employers, integrate into new countries, and maintain professional momentum. Businesses benefit from access to international talent, improved team integration, and employee retention strategies. Universities utilize the company's expertise to attract international students, foster integration, and retain talent. The company offers workshops, career guidance, and resources to address the challenges of international mobility.
- Jan 2024Grant (prize money)$71.3K
- Apr 2022Grant (prize money)$84.1K
#7
Funding Raised · Amsterdam, North Holland · founded 2021$165.1Kraised▾
Provider of cybersecurity training and trust management consulting. Services include hands-on training in cybersecurity and cyberpsychology, consulting on behavioral change interventions, human-centric risk management, and conformity assessment. They also offer expertise in AI trustworthiness assessment, incident handling, and financial monitoring for EU projects. The company develops and executes EU-funded projects focused on cybersecurity training and the certification of ICT systems. Their offerings address human factors, ethical considerations, and practical applications of trust in various sectors.
- Dec 2022Grant (prize money)$165.1K
#8
Funding Raised · Tilburg, North Brabant · founded 2017 · 53 employees$96.5Kraised▾
Supporting refugees' integration into society. The company assists refugees in their transition, providing comprehensive inburgering programs, facilitating participation through activities and volunteer work, and offering crucial social support. They also connect refugees with employers, aiding in job placement and fostering self-sufficiency. Success stories highlight the positive impact of the company's efforts in helping refugees build new lives and contribute to their community. The company also facilitates connections between refugees and locals through digital platforms.
- Feb 2023Grant (prize money)$96.5K
#9
Funding Raised · Rozenburg, North Holland · founded 2022$114.1Kraised▾
Provider of learning management services
- Apr 2022Grant (prize money)$114.1K
#10
Deadpooled · Amsterdam, North Holland · founded 2018 · 7 employees$28.4Kraised▾
Provider of learning management services
- Jan 2022Seed$28.4K
#11
Funding Raised · Netherlands · founded 2015 · 10 employees$100.9Kraised▾
Provider of entrepreneurial training programs for newcomers to build sustainable livelihoods. The company offers programs designed to empower newcomers through entrepreneurial skills development. It focuses on enabling individuals to create pathways toward sustainable livelihoods and contribute to an inclusive society. The company provides training, mentorship, and resources to support venture projects and foster business community engagement.
- Oct 2017Grant (prize money)$53.3K
- Jan 2017Grant (prize money)$47.6K
#12
Seed · Amsterdam, North Holland · founded 2014 · 6 employees$54.4Kraised▾
Provider of recrutiment services
- 2015Seed$54.4K
- Jan 2015Seed—
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