In this episode of the Recruiting Future podcast, host Matt Alder sits down with Lucy van der Tas, Head of Talent Acquisition at the European Space Agency (ESA). Drawing on her 40 years of extensive experience in human resources, Lucy provides an inside look at the unique challenges and strategies involved in recruiting top-tier global talent for highly specialized roles in science, engineering, and technology. The conversation explores how the ESA builds a compelling employer brand to attract diverse candidates worldwide, navigates complex international hiring requirements, and evolves its talent acquisition methods to inspire the next generation of space pioneers.
