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At Nizmara Consulting & Executive Search, we are a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy specializing in mid-to-senior-level talent acquisition across industries that demand sector-specific expertise. Our focus spans Technology, Financial Services, Insurance, Banking, Healthcare and Life Sciences, Engineering, and Construction. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to connect visionary leaders with strategic opportunities, empowering companies to achieve sustainable success.

Founded by a team of business executives with over 20 years of business experience, we bring deep industry knowledge and a tailored approach to each client engagement utilizing unmatched strategic mindset and vertical knowledge. Operating across Turkey, Europe, and the Middle East, our global network includes hubs in Istanbul, New York, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Dubai, and Saudi-Arabia. This reach enables us to seamlessly connect businesses with leadership talent that aligns with their strategic goals.

What sets Nizmara apart is our commitment to excellence. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, a client-centric business model, and an unwavering dedication to ethical standards, we deliver recruitment solutions that drive value and compliance. We don’t just fill positions—we help our clients build teams that enhance performance and foster long-term growth.

Our process is comprehensive, ensuring alignment at every stage of the recruitment journey. From crafting precise candidate profiles to conducting meticulous searches, evaluating technical and leadership competencies, and managing offer negotiations, we ensure that every placement strengthens both business outcomes and organizational culture.

At Nizmara, we don’t just identify talent—we forge partnerships that create meaningful impact. Whether you’re scaling your team or searching for the next visionary leader, we are here to guide and support you every step of the way.

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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85+ Service Domains

  • 16+ Years Average Experience Per Consultant
  • The Number One Choice of Employers with Our Quality Service Approach
  • Excellent Partnerships with Experience and Expertise
  • Leaders who determine the future of your company, discover the managers who will shape the future with our professional team
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

Murat Burhanoğlu

Murat Burhanoğlu, who has been leading pioneering technology companies from Turkey to the global stage for over 15 years, has achieved significant successes in product development and market entry of new products. He has extensive experience in every step of digital transformation, from ideation to implementation, for dozens of companies across various sectors such as finance, insurance, retail, and aviation in Europe and the Middle East.
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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