About Nizmara Consulting & Executive Search

Nizmara Consulting & Executive Search is a next-generation talent partner built on the belief that leadership defines the trajectory of every organization. Therefore, we focus on 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. As a result, our clients gain access to leaders who accelerate performance and strengthen long-term growth.

In today’s fast-evolving business world, the right leadership determines whether an organization thrives or merely survives. That’s why Nizmara operates with a purpose-driven approach, ensuring that every appointment creates measurable impact for our clients. Moreover, our philosophy is based on partnership, precision, and performance — principles that define our success across every market. Ultimately, this mindset enables us to deliver consistent and exceptional results.


Who We Are

Founded by senior business executives with over two decades of experience, Nizmara blends strategic insight with deep market knowledge to deliver more than recruitment — it delivers strategic partnerships. Furthermore, our senior consultants combine analytical precision with industry expertise, ensuring that every search process reflects both business goals and cultural alignment. In fact, our approach allows clients to gain a reliable partner that understands both strategic and operational dynamics.

In addition, our global footprint extends across Turkey, Europe, and the Middle East, supported by operational hubs in Istanbul, Estonia, the Netherlands, Dubai, and Saudi Arabia. Consequently, we are positioned to serve organizations of all sizes — from high-growth scale-ups to multinational enterprises — with exceptional speed, focus, and accuracy.
As a result, this presence enables us to connect visionary leaders with the organizations that need them most and to support clients through every stage of growth and transformation.


How We Work

At Nizmara, our process is both meticulous and structured. First, we define the leadership DNA of each organization we partner with. Next, we conduct targeted headhunting and in-depth competency assessments to evaluate both technical and cultural fit. Then, we align candidate and employer expectations to create long-term synergy. Finally, we manage the offer and onboarding process to ensure a seamless and successful placement.

Thus, every stage of our engagement is designed to ensure alignment between strategy, culture, and talent. Moreover, our structured methodology increases transparency and confidence for clients throughout the process. As a result, organizations experience higher retention, stronger leadership teams, and sustainable business performance. In this way, recruitment becomes a true strategic advantage.


Why Companies Choose Nizmara

What truly differentiates Nizmara Consulting & Executive Search is the way we work. Unlike many traditional firms, we emphasize senior-led delivery, ethical practices, and a client-first mindset. Furthermore, our consultants operate as true strategic partners — guiding organizations through change, transformation, and growth. For example, we have successfully built leadership teams for companies across sectors by combining industry expertise with data-driven insights.

Indeed, our personalized and insight-driven methodology ensures measurable value with every engagement. Ultimately, we don’t just identify talent — we unlock strategic advantage. Therefore, whether you are scaling your business or appointing your next visionary leader, Nizmara stands beside you as a trusted advisor — combining clarity, precision, and impact in every step of your leadership journey.

Identify the Talent Need

Understand business needs and define the ideal candidate profile through analysis of skills, experience, and cultural fit. We align with stakeholders to match talent strategy and goals.

البحث والاختيار

استخدم تقنيات البحث المتقدمة وشبكة واسعة لتحديد المرشحين المحتملين وتقييمهم. ضمان إجراء فحص شامل لاختيار الأنسب لمؤسستك.

المواءمة والتنسيب

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 25+ Countries

MANAGING PARTNER

Elif Tavşancıl

Elif Tavşancıl is an executive search consultant in Turkey and one of the country’s most accomplished experts in financial services and banking recruitment. With 19 years of combined experience in corporate strategy and executive search, she has a proven track record in identifying and placing senior leadership talent that drives growth and transformation across the financial ecosystem. Elif began her career at Siemens before joining HSBC, where she spent six years in the strategy department. This period provided her with deep insight into how financial institutions operate and evolve in complex markets. Later, she joined Michael Page, where she successfully led executive recruitment projects across all levels in banking. At Page Executive, she further expanded her coverage to include construction, insurance, manufacturing, and industrial sectors — enhancing her ability to connect business strategy with leadership talent. Throughout her career, Elif has delivered complete end-to-end recruitment projects, including building entire banking teams from scratch for both domestic and international institutions. Her sector expertise covers banking, fintech, insurance, private equity, venture capital, M&A boutiques, financial leasing, portfolio management, and consumer finance. Widely recognized as a trusted executive search consultant in Turkey, Elif combines strategic insight with an extensive talent network to deliver high-impact leadership placements. She is known for her precision, integrity, and ability to align organizational strategy with the right executive talent. Whether it’s a CEO for a fast-growing fintech or a senior director for an international bank, Elif Tavşancıl partners with clients as a true leadership hiring consultant to build teams that define the future of financial services in Turkey and beyond.
MANAGING PARTNER

جيراي كسكين

Giray is an experienced executive search and recruitment professional in EMEA with 16 years of work at the crossroads of technology, business, and talent strategy. Throughout his career, he has successfully identified and placed outstanding talent for mid- to senior-level roles in IT, telecommunications, retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, and engineering. His background covers software, hardware, consulting, and services, allowing him to work effectively with both technical and commercial teams. Beyond these areas, Giray leads C-level and executive search projects across Turkey, the Middle East, and Europe — connecting forward-thinking leaders with key opportunities. With his business-driven approach, he helps organizations build high-performing leadership teams that drive growth and transformation. As a trusted executive search consultant EMEA, he partners with clients to build high-performing teams.
استشاري

بنغو أكيوريك

Bengü Akyürek is a distinguished professional with more than 18 years of experience in the finance sector, where she has played a strategic role in shaping organizational human resources structures. Throughout her career, she has held key leadership positions, driving initiatives in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and organizational development. Her expertise includes leading end-to-end annual recruitment strategies, building sustainable HR frameworks, and aligning talent agendas with business objectives. Bengü’s deep sector knowledge and strategic vision have positioned her as a trusted HR leader in the financial services industry.
استشاري

طيفون حكيم أوغلو

Tayfun is a seasoned healthcare and life sciences professional with over 15 years of experience driving profitability and operational excellence in leading organizations across Turkey and the USA. He has held key roles in project management, quality management, strategic resource planning, procurement, and operations, consistently contributing to revenue growth and organizational efficiency. His extensive exposure to various layers of the healthcare ecosystem has equipped him with a deep understanding of both local and global market dynamics, enabling him to bridge strategic vision with operational execution.
استشاري

يغيت كالافاتوغلو

Yiğit Kalafatoğlu is a seasoned marketing and digital transformation leader with nearly 20 years of experience driving brand growth, strategic innovation, and digital acceleration in the retail, fintech, and e-commerce industries. Throughout his career, he has led large-scale marketing transformations, built high-performing teams, and shaped powerful brand strategies across multiple sectors. Yiğit is also an experienced entrepreneur, advisor, and academic, with a proven track record in pioneering digital marketing initiatives and advancing industry knowledge through teaching and thought leadership. His unique blend of hands-on marketing expertise and strategic vision enables organizations to unlock growth, adapt to changing markets, and accelerate their digital evolution
المستشار

أوفوك إيرين

Ufuk Eren is a highly respected leader in the healthcare and life sciences sectors with more than 35 years of international experience. Throughout his distinguished career, he has held multiple senior leadership and board-level positions across Europe, the US, and the Middle East, playing a key role in strategic growth, innovation, and investment within the industry. As a serial entrepreneur, advisor, and thought leader, Ufuk has been at the forefront of transforming healthcare ecosystems, building partnerships, and guiding organizations through complex growth and change journeys. His deep sector knowledge and strategic vision strengthen Nizmara’s executive search and advisory capabilities in healthcare and life sciences.
المستشار

محمد سنان إريسن

حقق محمد إريسن، الذي يتمتع بـ 23 عاماً من الإنجازات الشاملة في مجال الخدمات المالية واستشارات تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاستشارات الإدارية، نجاحات مثبتة في تحويل الأعمال وتكنولوجيا المعلومات وبيئات التكنولوجيا والعمليات من خلال الاستفادة من خبرات الأعمال والتكنولوجيا التي جمعها من مختلف البلدان والثقافات والشركات متعددة الجنسيات. وهو حاصل على درجة الماجستير في إدارة الأعمال/البكالوريوس في إدارة الأعمال ومعروف بتطبيق أفضل الممارسات والاتجاهات التكنولوجية الجديدة.
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

مراد سراي

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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