Lucas Diederen

Passionate about digitization, especially HRtech; extensive experience in marketing, communication & PR, business development (sales & strategic), talent acquisition and strategic talent management

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

About

As someone with an interest in many different things, I have held a variety of roles in the HR services & consulting industry, including Senior Consultant, Sales Operations Manager, Head of Marketing & Communications and Business Development Manager. I managed teams of up to 6 direct reports and I founded a company, talentzip GmbH, offering unique and tailor-made recruitment services in the Swiss and neighboring markets. Currently I am also launching a platform helping employers and job seekers in Africa to connect online. Through my different experiences I was able to enhance and refine my communication, negotiation, persuasion, presentation, analytical and numerical skills, to name a few. I have a pronounced ability to consider things from a strategic and big picture perspective, as well as from an operational and tactical perspective. I have 15 years of professional experience in marketing, communication & PR, business development, talent acquisition and strategic talent management. I’ve worked with and have implemented a variety of ATS and CRM systems throughout my career and am currently working on projects involving digitization in HR. A team player with a take charge and leadership mindset, I communicate effectively in 5 languages with clients and colleagues.

Experience

  • Partner at talentzip Talent Analytics & Technology
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

    talentzip Talent Analytics & Technology advises organizations on how to get more value from their existing and new talent solutions by leveraging AI, analytics and modern HR technology

  • Founder & Head of Business Development at talentzip.com
    Jan 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 7 mos

    talentzip.com is a unique solution connecting employers and job seekers in Africa through smart technology.

  • Career Break at null
    Jul 2024 - Dec 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Taking a break to organize the logistics and admin requirements for a move back to Europe (Zurich) and to enjoy a bit of a sabbatical after.

  • OneSpan ()
    • Business Analyst
      Oct 2023 - Jun 2024 · 9 mos

    • Sales Operations Specialist
      Dec 2021 - Sep 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
      Aug 2021 - Nov 2021 · 4 mos

  • Senior Talent Advisor & Customer Success Manager at TalentMinded Inc.
    May 2021 - Aug 2021 · 4 mos

    TalentMinded works with companies all over the world in Technology, Financial & Professional Services and Healthcare sectors to hire the right talent. If you’re keen to work at leading organizations, who believe that people, culture, diversity and inclusive equal competitive advantage, make sure to follow our page for the latest openings at the most awesome organizations.