Nilay Gülay

Global WoMen Circle is a global advisory and transformational practice working across business, people and human transformation. We work with founders, leaders, technology-led and purpose-driven ventures on business architecture, HR & talent, leadership, strategic partnerships and organisational growth, while also supporting deeper transformation through coaching and Psychedelic Breath journeys. Working globally, with active networks across Berlin, London, Los Angeles, Dubai and Bali.

A focused period of learning, research and practice across human development, emerging tech, wellbeing and future ways of working. + Conducted independent research in Neuroscience, Behavioural Science, AI, Quantum Field and Bioenergy Field + Completed training as a Systemic Coach + Completed training as an Agile Coach + Deepened my practice through Yoga, Breathwork, Meditation, Healing and Somatic work + Continued building on my Reiki qualification since 2018 + Completed XLETIX, Tough Mudder competitions

Investment and M&A Advisory Services + Executive Search for VP Engineering and senior technology leadership profiles + Identified and engaged hard-to-find technology leaders and specialists + Conducted market mapping, candidate assessment and executive-level interviews + Advised the founding team on talent strategy, market availability and candidate fit + Managed search processes from identification and outreach through assessment and introduction + Reporting to Co-Founders

A next-generation social commerce incubator operating in the global beauty industry, acquired by Henkel with a 75% stake in 3xD2C brands in 2020. + Interim Head of HR: Hellobody, Banana Beauty, Mermaid+Me, Natural Mojo + Sparring partner to Co-Founders and Leadership Teams + Global TA Leader (DACH, F, I, PL, HU, UK, US) + 350+ hires, cost savings by 45%, reducing time-to-hire by 30% across the group + M&A Talent Advisory; Henkel €299M transaction + up to 6 Direct reports, reported to the Co-Founder

Recruitment consulting and career coaching agency specialising in Executive Search, engineering & technology talent, built around the idea of “Engineers for a Higher Purpose.” Built socially responsible tech communities and delivered tailored recruitment solutions for startups, global tech companies, and traditional businesses undergoing digital transformation across education, research, health, sustainability, social impact and women’s empowerment.

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

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 + Actively coaching and mentoring team members + 6 direct reports, reported to the Co-Founder

+ Led BD & Sales strategy across Technology + Scaled digital recruitment division while managing end-to-end Executive Search and recruitment mandates + Hired, onboarded and trained Tech Recruitment Consultants + Advised on hiring requirements, organisational fit and talent-market trends + Recruited across Executive Leadership, Engineering, Product, Design and Marketing + Active sourcing channels incl. GitHub, Stack Overflow, tech events, meetups and hackathons + 3 direct reports, reporting to the Co-Founder

+ Managed 360 recruitment cycle + Built relationships with clients across the German automotive and tech markets + Conducted competitor mapping, direct search and strategic networking to identify senior experts + Assessed candidates through structured interviews, questionnaires and case-based evaluation + Negotiated recruitment agreements, salary packages and offers while advising both clients and candidates throughout the process + Progressed into leadership responsibility with 2 direct reports

International role within the Mercedes-Benz Global Sales Training Program, supporting large-scale automotive training events across Europe and international markets (9 counties) + Served as a Core Test Driver for international Mercedes-Benz sales trainings, supporting vehicle testing and test-route execution + Managed fleets up to 130 MB and competitor vehicles + Hired, coordinated & supervised teams of up to 25 Test Drivers + Worked closely with Mercedes-Benz Board Members, VPs and Global Sales teams

Marketing & Human Ressource Management