Nilay Gülay

Bis 2022, Executive Headhunter, Confidential
Berlin, Deutschland

Fähigkeiten und Kenntnisse

Executive Search
IT & Sales
Recruitment
Strategic Sales
Leadership development
HR Consulting
Search & Recruitment Consulting
Talent Scouting
Transformational Coaching
Coaching
Start-up Consulting
market leading clients
Career Coaching
Transformational Coach
Travel-Tech Network
innovation
Information Technology
Global network
Best Practices
digital transformation
MindManager
change management
Tech Lead
European Network Exchange
Great opportunities
Agile Development
Business Strategy
Diversity (business)
Business Development
Sales
Berlin
London
Germany
Management
Consulting
IT-Consulting
Technology
E-Commerce
Project Management
IT Project Management
Human Resources
German
Head of Department
Team Development
Mergers & Acquisitions
Start-up
General Management
English Language
Business Economics
Candidate Management
Strategy Development
kreative ɹǝʞuǝpɹǝnb
Founder Network
Leadership
strategic mindset
Co-Founder
independent
Reliability
Responsible
Loyalty
Entrepreneurship
Motivation
Professional experience
Team work
International experience
Process Optimization
Process Improvement
Continuous Improvement

Werdegang

Berufserfahrung von Nilay Gülay

  • 1 Jahr und 7 Monate, Feb. 2022 - Aug. 2023

    New Ways of New Work

    Learning & Development

    "New Ways of New Work" in Indonesia / Spain / Türkiye / Portugal • Conducted research in Neuroscience, Psychology, Mental-Health, Diversity & Inclusion • Attended Yoga and Breathwork workshops, enhancing personal mindfulness practice • Achieved Reiki Master certification • Completed XLETIX and Tough Mudder challenges multiple times, demonstrating high physical fitness

  • 7 Monate, Juli 2021 - Jan. 2022

    Executive Headhunter

    Confidential

    Investment and M&A Advisory Services (confidential). • Business Technology-enabled Tech Due Diligence Service for investors & ventures • Identified top-tier Executives and tech talents • Conducted in-depth market research and candidate assessments to ensure alignment with clients' strategic goals and technical requirements • Consulted investors and ventures on talent acquisition strategies, leveraging market insight • Reported to Co-Founders

  • 1 Jahr und 10 Monate, Okt. 2019 - Juli 2021

    Chief Recruitment Officer

    Invincible Brands (Joint Venture of Henkel AG & Co. KGaA)

    A next-generation social commerce incubator operating in the global beauty industry, acquired by Henkel with a 75% stake in three D2C brands in 2020. • Interim Head of HR • Sparring partner to Co-Founders & Leadership teams • Global TA strategy and operations leader (DACH, F, I, PL, HU, UK, US) • Delivered automation projects • 350+ hires, cost savings by 45%, reducing time-to-hire by 30% across the group • M&A Talent Advisor Henkel • up to 6 Direct reports, reported to the Co-Founder

  • 3 Jahre und 1 Monat, Okt. 2016 - Okt. 2019

    Founder & MD

    BerlinEngineers

    Recruitment Consulting and Career Coaching agency specializing in Executive Search and Software Engineering professionals. • Built socially responsible tech communities and delivered tailored recruitment solutions for startups, global tech companies, and traditional businesses undergoing digital transformation • Consulted clients on market trends and digital transformation strategies • Provided career coaching and consulting services for leaders and engineering professionals

  • 1 Jahr und 1 Monat, Juni 2018 - Juni 2019

    Business Unit Manager Travel Technologies

    LHC International

    Executive Search Partner for luxury hotels and real estate Leaders worldwide. • Built the first Tech-recruitment unit, focusing on tech Experts and Executives • Sales & Recruiting strategy and operations Leader • Built long lasting relationships with several multinationals and key decision makers • Streamlined recruitment workflows, implemented an ATS (Bullhorn) and introduced data-driven recruitment strategies • Led internal trainings in Sales & Recruitment • 2 direct reports, reported to the Co-Founder

  • 7 Monate, Apr. 2016 - Okt. 2016

    Head of Technology Recruitment

    ChapmanBlack

    Award-winning Executive & Leadership recruitment firm with offices in London, Dusseldorf, Berlin, NYC and Detroit. Ranked 6th in the "Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work for". • Led the successful establishment of the first office launch in Berlin • Managed new and existing key accounts, supporting start-ups and global tech players • Recruited, onboarded, and trained new and existing recruiters • Provided comprehensive coaching in client and talent management 6 direct reports, reported to the Co-Founder

  • 2 Jahre und 3 Monate, Feb. 2014 - Apr. 2016

    Principal Consultant

    ChapmanBlack

    • Led Business Development and Sales Strategies within the tech in Germany • Scaled the new digital division while managing full-cycle recruitment projects • Recruited, onboarded, and trained new and existing Tech Recruitment Consultants • Implemented ongoing process improvements to drive operational excellence • Utilized social media tools auch as GitHub, Stack Overflow to attract global Executives, Engineers, Product, Design and Online marketing talents • 3 direct reports, reported to the Co-Founder

  • 1 Jahr und 2 Monate, Jan. 2013 - Feb. 2014

    Recruitment Consultant

    ChapmanBlack

    • Managed the full recruitment cycle, including business development, contract negotiation, candidate sourcing, successful placements • Recruited top Executive talents for the German automotive market through headhunting, competitor mapping, strategic networking • Conducted comprehensive candidate evaluations using structured questionnaires and case studies to ensure top-tier talent selection • Negotiated recruitment services and terms with clients • 2 direct reports, reported to the Principle Consultant

  • 2 Jahre, Jan. 2011 - Dez. 2012

    Team Leader Global Training / Test Driver

    Daimler AG

    Mercedes Benz Global Sales Training Program in France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden,Portugal, Serbia, Türkiye. • Fleet Management; up to 130 Mercedes Benz vehicles and competitors • Partnered with Mercedes Benz Board members, VP's and the Global Sales Teams • Planned and executed test routes to ensure optimal vehicle performance and safety • Hired and supervised teams up to 25 Test Drivers

Ausbildung von Nilay Gülay

  • 8 Monate, Sep. 2023 - Apr. 2024

    Agile Consulting, Project Management, Systematic Coach, Mediator, Train The Trainer

    Business Trends Academy

  • 4 Jahre und 7 Monate, Apr. 2006 - Okt. 2010

    Business Administration

    Berlin School of Economics and Law

    Marketing & Human Ressource Management

Sprachen

  • Deutsch

    Muttersprache

  • Englisch

    Fließend

  • Türkisch

    Muttersprache

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