Nizmara Consulting & Executive Search is a next-generation talent partner built on the belief that leadership defines the trajectory of every organization. We specialize in identifying and placing high-impact leaders and critical talent across industries where sector expertise truly matters — including Technology, Financial Services, Insurance, Banking, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Retail, Engineering, and Construction.

Founded by senior business executives with over two decades of industry and commercial leadership experience, Nizmara blends strategic insight with deep market knowledge to deliver more than just recruitment — we deliver strategic partnerships. Our reach spans Turkey, Europe, and the Middle East, with operational hubs in Istanbul, Estonia, the Netherlands, Dubai, and Saudi Arabia. This global presence allows us to match organizations with the right leaders swiftly and precisely.

What truly differentiates Nizmara is the way we work. We combine senior-led delivery, a client-first approach, and advanced search capabilities with an unwavering commitment to ethics and excellence. We don’t simply fill positions; we build leadership teams that accelerate performance and shape the future of organizations.

Our process is meticulous and structured: from defining the leadership DNA of your organization to targeted headhunting, in-depth competency assessments, and offer management. Every step is designed to ensure alignment between strategy, culture, and talent.

At Nizmara, we don’t just identify talent — we unlock strategic advantage. Whether you’re scaling your organization or appointing your next visionary leader, we stand beside you as a trusted partner, guiding each step of the journey with clarity, precision, and impact.

Identify the HR Requirement

Understand business needs and define the ideal candidate profile with a thorough analysis of required skills, experience, and cultural fit.

Search and Selection

Utilize advanced search techniques and a vast network to identify and evaluate potential candidates. Ensure comprehensive screening to select the best fit for your organization.

Alignment and Placement

Align candidate and employer expectations, facilitate the interview process, and manage the offer stage for a seamless placement that adds value to your business.

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Talent Reach Spanning 40+ Countries

PARTNER & CONSULTANT

Elif Tavşancıl

Elif, with 17 years of corporate life and recruitment experience, is one of the leading recruitment and executive search consultants in Turkey. She supports clients in various sectors including banking, fintech, private equity, venture capital, M&A boutiques, insurance, financial leasing, asset management, portfolio management, consumer finance, startups, liaison offices, and holdings. This includes recruitment from scratch for bank establishments both domestically and internationally.
PARTNER & CONSULTANT

Giray Keskin

Giray, with approximately 15 years of professional work experience, has gained expertise in various layers of the technology world including software, hardware, consulting, and services. He has achieved many successes in mid to senior-level recruitment projects across various verticals such as IT, telecommunications, retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, insurance, and healthcare. In addition to technical and commercial roles, he provides executive search services across all sectors.
PARTNER & CONSULTANT

Gökçe İlhan

Gökçe İlhan has multidisciplinary senior-level experience in human resources, marketing, sales, strategy management, and consultancy in global settings. She has held global, regional, and local roles across various industries, primarily in FMCG, which has equipped her with the ability to develop robust strategic capabilities while excelling in practical implementation. As the Regional HR Director for Turkey and Africa in a multinational cosmetics company, Gökçe led the restructuring, merging, and post-merger integration of regional organizations in alignment with the global growth strategy. Gökçe successfully recruited 50 key roles within just two months, demonstrating her ability to execute large-scale change swiftly and efficiently.
CONSULTANT

Bengü Akyürek

Bengü Akyürek, a distinguished professional with over 15 years of experience in the finance sector, has played a significant role at TSKB, a leader in Development and Investment Banking and Consulting Services. She has held key positions in shaping the institution's human resources structure, including managing all aspects of the annual recruitment planning.
CONSULTANT

Tayfun Hekimoglu

Tayfun, with over 12 years of experience, has significantly contributed to the profitability and revenue growth of the institutions he has worked for through roles in project management, quality management, strategic resource planning, procurement, and operations management in leading firms within the healthcare and life sciences sectors in Turkey and the USA. His expertise spans various layers of the healthcare sector, providing him with in-depth knowledge of both local and global market trends.
CONSULTANT

Yiğit Kalafatoğlu

Yiğit Kalafatoğlu, known for his remarkable work as a marketing director at Turkey's leading retail and e-commerce companies, supports marketing roles with his extensive experience of over 15 years.
CONSULTANT

Özgür Çolak

Özgür Çolak, experienced professional with approximately 20 years in Sales, Business Development, and Project Leadership across FMCG, startups, and diverse industries. Proven track record in driving strategic initiatives for market growth, revenue enhancement, and operational efficiency. Skilled in high-value contract negotiations, go-to-market strategy development, and P&L optimization. Effective leader of cross-functional teams, dedicated to fostering collaboration and achieving organizational goals.
ADVISOR

Ufuk Eren

Ufuk Eren, with over 35 years of experience in the healthcare and life sciences sectors, brings a wealth of expertise to the Nizmara team. Throughout his career, he has held numerous senior leadership positions in the healthcare industry and is widely respected as a thought leader in this field.
ADVISOR

Mehmet Sinan Erisen

Mehmet Erisen, with 23 years of comprehensive achievements in financial services, IT consulting, and management consulting, has proven successes in business transformation, IT, technology environments, and operations by leveraging business and technology expertise gathered from different countries, cultures, and multinational companies. He holds an MBA/BS degree in Business Administration and is known for applying best practices and new technology trends.
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

Murat Saray

Murat Saray is a distinguished expert with an outstanding track record of providing customized consulting services. He specializes in transformation management, debt/equity financing, financial modeling, portfolio management, hedging solutions, and fundraising for ventures and funds. With notable leadership skills, Murat has taken on interim CEO and CFO roles in various prominent companies.
FINANCE ADVISOR

Selim Yuna

Selim Yuna is a highly experienced professional with over 25 years of experience in audit, corporate finance, strategy, business development, financial and general management. He has worked in various sectors including electronics, home appliances, energy, telecommunications, real estate, chemicals, entertainment, hospitality, and food and beverage. With a management background in accounting, finance, budgeting, procurement, HR, strategy, and business development departments, Selim supports businesses in growing, increasing profitability, and boosting revenues.

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