Boyden Executive Search

Belgin Özbek specialises in C-suite and director-level recruitment, and is known for her ability to identify candidates who not only meet technical requirements, but will excel within the organisation’s culture. Belgin has deep roots in the financial sector, and is a member of the Global Financial Services Practice, as well as the Global Healthcare & Life Sciences and Social Impact Practices.

Professional Focus

Experienced search consultant with a successful track record of senior-level placements in a range of industries, as well as extensive background in finance
Member of the Global Financial Services, Healthcare & Life Sciences, and Social Impact Practices
Additional expertise in banking, retail, industrial, professional services and real estate sectors, as well as business development and management of large conglomerates and teams
Specialises in C-suite and director-level recruitment

Business Expertise

Formerly a Researcher, then a Consultant with Boyden Turkey; worked on mid- and senior-level executive search projects, primarily in banking
Founded and ran a foreign trade business
Branch Manager, then Main Branch Manager with Fortis (formerly Dışbank)
Senior Account Officer at HSBC’s Karaköy and Beylikdüzü branches
Began career at HSBC as a Management Trainee, later serving in the Corporate Banking Department

Practice Membership

Global Industry Practices

Financial Services, Practice Member
Healthcare & Life Sciences, Practice Member

Global Cross-Sector Practices

Social Impact, Practice Member

Additional Expertise

Consumer & Retail
Construction
Real Estate

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Bosphorous University
Degree from Robert College, Istanbul

Affiliations & Awards

Member, BÜMED (Bosphorus University Alumni Club)

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