I'm Yana, a career coach with over 10 years living and working in the Netherlands. Whether you're figuring out what you actually want to do, switching paths, or job-hunting as an expat or newcomer here, I help you get clear and get hired. Every session is online, so we work together wherever you are.
Coaching in
How I work with you
Pick the one that matches where you are. If you're moving to the Netherlands, most people use both.
Online career coaching for professionals anywhere — London, Kyiv, Dubai, New York. I help you sharpen your CV, prepare for interviews, and run a job search that gets replies.
For expats and newcomers building a career in the Netherlands. I know the Dutch job market, how recruiters in Amsterdam and Rotterdam read CVs, and what interviews here are really like.
Services
Every service runs online over video call. Most of my clients live outside the Netherlands, and that works fine.
I rewrite your CV and LinkedIn profile so recruiters actually read them. Dutch recruiters expect one format; international markets expect another. I write for the one you're applying to.
Live mock interviews via video, personalised feedback, and clarity on what interviewers are really looking for — in any industry or country.
A realistic, personalised plan — the right platforms, the right approach, the right timing. Stop applying blindly and start getting responses.
Compelling, tailored cover letters that open doors. Application strategy for competitive roles, including how to follow up without being annoying.
BSN, DigiD, health insurance, housing, banking — the practical side of settling in the Netherlands, explained so nothing slips through the cracks.
Not sure what to do next? I help you map your strengths, clarify your options, and build a credible path forward — whether you're changing careers or just stuck.
AI Career Finder
Answer 4 quick questions and get a personalised recommendation — which package fits you and what your next concrete steps should be.
Takes 2 minutes
4 questions about your situation and goals
Personalised advice
Works whether you're in NL or anywhere in the world
No commitment needed
Free to use — book a call when you're ready
Packages & pricing
All packages are available remotely. NL-specific services include Dutch market expertise. Every package includes a free 20-minute intro call.
CV & LinkedIn
Profile rewrite
€79
one-time
Job Search Ready
CV, strategy & interview prep
€199
one-time
Interview Coaching
For those already applying
€129
one-time
Career Direction
Find what you want to do
€229
3 sessions
NL Integration Support
Admin & daily life in NL
€50
one-time
NL Career Package
Dutch market focused
€199
one-time
Ongoing Support
Monthly retainer
€99
per month
Full Integration
Career + NL settlement
€349
one-time
About
Ten years ago I moved to the Netherlands — and I know exactly how overwhelming it feels. The CV expectations, the indirect communication style, the bureaucracy of BSN and DigiD, the Dutch directness in interviews.
Over the years I helped friends, colleagues, and newcomers through job applications, career transitions, and everyday integration challenges — both in the Netherlands and across Europe. That experience became the foundation of VANTA Consulting.
Today I work remotely with clients worldwide: expats moving to the Netherlands, professionals changing careers in their home country, and anyone who needs an honest outside perspective on their career.
Client stories
"My CV was rewritten completely and I immediately felt it was right for the Dutch market. I got three interview invitations within two weeks. Yana really understands how recruiters here think."
"I was job hunting from abroad and Yana helped me crack the UK market with a CV overhaul and two mock interviews. She's sharp, direct, and genuinely invested in your success."
"Interview prep with Yana was a game changer. She helped me understand the Dutch communication style and gave me confidence I didn't have before. I got the job at my first real interview."
Guides
Practical, no-fluff guides on building a career and a life in the Netherlands — written from ten years of doing it.
The exact format Dutch recruiters expect, what to leave out, common mistakes, and a section-by-section breakdown.
Read the guide InterviewsWhy Dutch interviewers ask blunt questions — and how to answer with the honesty and confidence they're looking for.
Read the guide Job SearchThe honest answer, which sectors hire in English, and how to position yourself when you're not fluent in Dutch.
Read the guideGet in touch
Book a free 20-minute intro call — no matter where you are in the world. All sessions are remote via video call.