About Smelt
Optimize your workforce with Smelt Managed Service Provider (MSP) solutions—covering recruitment, onboarding, flexible staffing, and development for life sciences teams.
Your HR Partner in Life Sciences
Since 1989, Smelt has been your HR partner in life sciences. We are not just a service provider; we are a family business with an innovative team dedicated to making your experience as personal and tailored as possible to your unique needs.
Our heart lies in life sciences. That is our passion, and it is where we continuously learn and build the networks that help you. From our Dutch roots, we have grown into an international family that serves clients across Europe and connects with professionals from all over the world.
As a Managed Service Provider (MSP), we bring that heritage to the full workforce lifecycle—covering recruitment, onboarding, flexible staffing, and ongoing development for permanent and interim talent in life sciences.
Efficiency
Streamlined MSP processes across recruitment, onboarding and workforce management save time and reduce admin load.
Quality & Compliance
Experienced consultants ensure the right talent while meeting local and EU regulatory requirements.
Life Sciences Expertise
Deep sector understanding plus daily, personal support for your teams and hiring managers.
Managed Services to optimise your workforce
Offload the complexity of workforce management while benefiting from Smelt's life sciences expertise across permanent, interim and blended teams.
Recruitment & Selection
- Full-service recruitment for permanent and interim roles
- Talent sourcing, screening and assessment
- Processes tailored to culture and strategic goals
- Compliance with local and European regulations
Flexible Staffing Solutions
- Management of temporary staff, contractors and freelancers
- Onboarding, offboarding and administrative support
- Performance monitoring and sick leave management
- Scalable from small projects to large workforce programs
Learning & Development
- Customised training and development programs
- Blended learning with workshops, online modules and coaching
- Career progression and professional growth support
- Aligned to organisational objectives for maximum impact
Startup Services
- Interim leadership and specialists placed rapidly on flexible terms
- Sales and finance on-demand: CSO teams and CFO services tuned to runway
- Market access, regulatory and quality support for EMA/FDA pathways
- HR strategy, international onboarding and ecosystem access to scale
Meet the Experts
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Juliëtte Smelt
Managing Director
15+ years in pharmaceutical recruitment with extensive experience in executive search and strategic talent planning.
Joan van Droffelaar
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Specialist in medical device recruitment with a strong background in technical and commercial roles.
Martin Zwart
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Expert in interim placements with deep industry connections and experience in crisis management situations.
Marius Hooft
Academy Program Manager
Dedicated to professional development with expertise in designing and delivering healthcare industry training programs.
Iris Calmes
HR + Finance Manager
Focused on building strategic partnerships and expanding our reach within the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors.
Hamiyet Sahingoz
Finance Assistant
Specialist in identifying and attracting top talent in regulatory affairs and quality assurance roles.
Built for efficiency, quality and flexibility
Partner with Smelt to focus on core business while we manage the lifecycle of your workforce with sector-specific expertise.
Efficiency
Streamlined processes and single-point coordination reduce time and admin.
Compliance
Full adherence to legal and regulatory requirements across EU markets.
Quality
Experienced consultants ensure the right fit for permanent and interim roles.
Flexibility
Solutions that adapt to changing workforce needs and programme scale.
Development
Learning paths, blended training and coaching to upskill teams.
Personal Support
Daily accessibility for guidance, advice and immediate support.
Our Sustainability Strategy
At Smelt, we are committed to creating a sustainable labor market for both permanent and flexible professionals in the life sciences. Our daily mission is to engage in meaningful dialogue with our partners to promote equal opportunities, fair compensation and benefits, and equitable protection for all.
We take proactive steps to enhance employability through targeted training and development programs. In addition, we provide a platform with experienced coaches to help address personal and family challenges, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being.
Through these initiatives, we aim not only to support our professionals but also to contribute to a better, more sustainable world.