Novella Bora

Leading commercial and operational development across Italy, Spain, and international markets, focusing on Southern Europe. Managing C-suite pipelines for interim mandates and partnering with Private Equity funds on transformation programmes.

Founded and leads an independent boutique for retained executive search and HR advisory across multiple European countries and the USA. Achieved a 100% placement rate on retained mandates and advises C-level executives on career transitions.

Supported C-level executives, Global VPs, and expats through strategic career transitions in international markets. Achieved a 60% annual outplacement success rate and supported D&I and culture-shift programmes.

Provided individual outplacement and leadership coaching for executives repositioning across European borders. Managed complex cases involving international mobility and transitions from corporate to advisory roles.

Headed Talent Acquisition and HR for Spain and Portugal, reporting directly to the VP South Europe. Led a team of 3 and implemented talent strategy, performance management, engagement, and compensation.

Senior international headhunter on corporate and institutional mandates, managing a team of 4 junior consultants. Built a specialized practice in C-suite and senior management profiles for Southern European and international markets.

Worked as an executive search consultant on international mandates.

Coordinated global fashion events and marketing activities for Fila Sport Europe.

Ongoing monthly training in generative AI and AI tools for HR and recruiting.

Grade: 105/110

Postgraduate studies in Political Science with a focus on HR and Organizational Processes, achieving a grade of 105/110.

Diploma in Marketing & E-Business.

Grade: 100/110

Bachelor in Business Administration with a grade of 100/110.