2025 Talent & Salary Report: Trends in the Dutch MedTech Industry

The MedTech industry in the Netherlands has entered a new phase of maturity. Product innovation continues to accelerate, investment flowing into the sector and companies are expanding their regulatory and quality teams to meet growing demand. But behind this momentum lies a pressing question for both hiring teams and professionals: How has the talent market evolved in 2025, and what does it mean for the second half of the year?

At Panda, we work with MedTech leaders and life sciences professionals every day. This report was created to help both sides of the market navigate change with confidence. Whether you’re a QA/RA specialist considering your next career move or a hiring manager trying to stay competitive in a talent-scarce market, this guide brings together the insights that can help you right now.

A market in motion

As of mid-2025, the Dutch MedTech sector is showing clear signs of a shift. Candidates are becoming more selective, salary expectations have adjusted across seniority levels, and some of the most in-demand specialisations, particularly in quality, regulatory, and systems validation are seeing hiring bottlenecks.

At the same time, regional talent hubs like Randstad and Brabantine City Row are emerging as focal points for both job creation and candidate movement. Hiring patterns are increasingly influenced by private and public funding, particularly in clinical-stage device companies and digital health scale-ups. Companies looking to attract or retain talent need to be aware not only of salary trends but also of the broader market forces shaping candidate behaviour.

 

Designed for professionals and hiring teams

This report is built to support MedTech professionals who want clarity on what their experience is worth and what’s changing in the market. If you’re considering a move, the salary benchmarks in this guide can help you approach negotiations from an informed, realistic perspective. You’ll also get insight into what types of skills are in demand and how companies are shaping their roles to stay competitive.

For HR leaders and hiring managers, this report offers a grounded view of what’s happening in the Dutch MedTech space today. From talent volume shifts and attrition rates to company-by-company hiring activity, we’ve pulled together data that helps you assess your position in the market and plan for the months ahead.

 

What’s inside the report

In this report, you’ll find a summary of current trends, backed by data from LinkedIn Talent Insights and other leading industry sources. While salary benchmarks focus on QA/RA roles, the wider report gives a broader view of the talent landscape, including key regional insights, skills in demand, and funding trends influencing hiring behaviour. You’ll also get a glimpse at how Dutch MedTech compares with activity in neighbouring markets such as Belgium and Switzerland.

Importantly, the report also includes insights on what today’s professionals value most in job offers - from flexible working and career development to purpose-driven work. These factors are shaping decisions just as much as salary in 2025, and companies that understand this shift are already seeing better engagement and hiring outcomes.

 

 

 

Plan with clarity and confidence

Whether you're a MedTech leader refining your hiring strategy or a professional ready to take the next step, understanding the current state of the market is essential. This guide brings together the insights that help you make better, faster decisions, grounded in what’s actually happening in the field.

Download the report now to explore the trends, salary benchmarks, and regional dynamics shaping Dutch MedTech hiring in 2025.