What Global Human Capital Group does

Global Human Capital Group (GHCG) is a privately held, Dubai-headquartered international HR consulting and executive search firm founded in 2000 by CEO Dr. María Amparo Díaz-Llairó. The firm operates a senior-led, boutique model across the GCC, Europe, LATAM, the United States, and Asia, serving multinational organisations with executive search at the C-suite and board level, middle management recruitment, specialist and technical roles placement, a Career Accelerator Programme for individual professionals, and a 2026-launched International Executive Program in Human Resources focused on AI-powered talent selection. GHCG monetizes through quote-based professional services retainers and a newly productized training revenue stream priced at USD 869–1,450 per participant via Stripe, processed through a global delivery network of 100+ specialist partners that has served over 500 clients cumulatively.

The firm's underlying technology stack is layered: a proprietary senior-consultant research methodology and competency-based assessment frameworks sit on top of a third-party AI and SaaS stack that includes Zoho Recruit for the career portal and ATS, ChatGPT and Claude for CV analysis and scenario-based interview simulation, Eightfold.ai for candidate rediscovery, alongside partnerships with Stripe for payments and Zoom for live training delivery. GHCG explicitly positions AI as human-augmenting rather than decision-making, with all selection judgments retained by senior consultants and a formal GDPR Article 28 Data Processing Agreement governing its ATS vendor. Compliance footprint spans GDPR, UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021, ISO 30414, and ISO 30415, with the CEO's book 'AI for Human Excellence' positioned as thought leadership IP aligned with UAE Vision 2031, the National AI Strategy, and the EU AI Act.

Commercially, GHCG runs a sales-led, senior-consultant go-to-market for executive search supplemented by an event-driven, cohort-based self-serve channel for training. Distribution reaches enterprise clients (CFO, CEO, board-level, and specialist mandates) and mid-market individual buyers via email enquiry, a Zoho-powered career portal, and event-driven enrollment. The firm is bootstrapped with no disclosed funding, no M&A, and no parent company, and emphasizes awards including Best Consultancy & Service Award, HR Innovator of the Year, Leadership Excellence in Human Capital Development, Top 50 Global Awards, and inclusion of the CEO's publications in the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library.

Name

Global Human Capital Group

Legal name

Global Human Capital Group

Website

https://globalhumancapitalgroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Global Human Capital Group is a Dubai-headquartered, privately held international HR consulting and executive search firm founded in 2000, serving multinational organisations across the GCC, Europe, LATAM, the US, and Asia with C-suite and board-level search, specialist recruitment, career advisory, and AI-focused HR training.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Executive Search & HR Consulting

NAICS

Human Resources Consulting Services (541612), Executive Search Services (561312), Employment Placement Agencies and Executive Search Services (56131), Management Consulting Services (54161)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Human Capital & Workforce Transformation Consulting (BPAHACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

People Analytics, Assessment & Psychometrics Consulting (BPAHAGAH), HR Technology (HRIS/HCM) Advisory & Implementation (BPAHAGAG), Leadership Development & Executive Coaching (BPAHAGAD)

Keywords

• Executive search services
• HR consulting
• Talent acquisition
• Leadership recruitment
• Human capital advisory

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Executive Search Services: Premium executive search services for C-suite, board-level, and senior executive roles. Delivered discreetly with governance-focused approach across multinational organisations operating in GCC, Europe, LATAM, and United States markets.
2. Middle Management Recruitment: High-performing professionals for critical roles in finance, operations, technology, HR, marketing, and commercial functions across UAE, GCC, and international markets.
3. Specialist Roles Recruitment: Highly skilled specialists and technical experts across IT, engineering, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, energy, finance, legal, and consulting sectors.
4. Training Programmes: International executive programs in human resources including 'Talent Selection and Competency Assessment with Generative AI' delivered via Zoom over 3 days (15 hours) with certification. Price at 869 USD with 25% discount (standard 1,450 USD).
5. Career Accelerator Programme: Personalized career advisory and coaching services for professionals seeking career growth.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Global Human Capital Group is a premium international HR consulting and executive search firm headquartered in Dubai. The company identifies and places transformational leaders for C-suite, board-level, and senior executive roles, recruits middle management and specialist professionals, and delivers a Career Accelerator Programme for individual career advisory. It also runs an International Executive Program in Human Resources on AI-powered talent selection delivered live online, and publishes thought leadership through its CEO's book 'AI for Human Excellence'.

Product overview

Global Human Capital Group operates as a premium international HR consulting and executive search firm offering a portfolio of talent solutions: executive search services at C-suite and board level, middle management recruitment, specialist roles placement, and the Career Accelerator Programme for individual career advisory. The firm also delivers professional training through the International Executive Program in Human Resources focused on AI-powered talent selection and competency assessment. Additionally, the company publishes thought leadership content including the book 'AI for Human Excellence.' All services are delivered by senior-led consultants combining competency frameworks, evidence-based methodology, and AI-powered tools including ChatGPT, Claude, Zoho ATS, and Eightfold.ai.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Executive Search (C-Suite & Board Level) Identification and placement of transformational leaders for C-suite, board-level, and senior executive roles across multinational organisations. Combines rigorous assessment, cultural-fit analysis, and proprietary senior-consultant research to deliver candidates aligned with strategic vision and governance expectations. Serves GCC, Europe, LATAM, and the United States markets.
• Middle Management Recruitment Placement of high-performing professionals for critical roles in finance, operations, technology, HR, marketing, and commercial functions using competency-based assessments and structured behavioural interviews. Serves UAE, GCC, Spain, and international markets.
• Specialist Roles Recruitment Recruitment of highly skilled specialists and technical experts across sectors including IT, engineering, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, energy, finance, legal, and consulting. Leverages specialist industry networks and in-depth senior consultant research to identify candidates meeting rigorous technical, regulatory, and cultural requirements.
• Career Accelerator Programme Personalized career advisory and coaching programme for job seekers and professionals seeking career growth. Includes assessment, reports, and guidance from GHCG consultants. Engaged via email enquiry.
• International Executive Program in Human Resources: Talent Selection and Competency Assessment with Generative AI International executive training programme covering AI-powered talent selection, competency assessment frameworks, predictive analytics, and ethical AI considerations in HR. Delivered live online via Zoom with cohort sessions in May, June, and July 2026. Includes 15 hours of training, materials, templates, supplementary documentation, and GHCG Certificate. Pricing: USD 1,450 standard / USD 869 early registration. Private in-company groups of 4+ available upon inquiry.
• AI for Human Excellence (Book) Book by Dr. María Amparo Díaz-Llairó on integrating ethical AI, emotional intelligence, and conscious leadership into HR operating models for high-trust, high-performance organisations. Published in English and Spanish editions, sold globally on Amazon, and included in Mohammed Bin Rashid Library in Dubai.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500+ clients served across IT, financial services, pharmaceuticals, energy, healthcare and infrastructure
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.

• Zoho RecruitcoreTechnology or IntegrationZoho Recruit powers the Career Portal for candidate management and recruitment operations. Although the platform includes automated candidate-scoring features, GHCG does not use these automated scores as a basis for selection decisions - all decisions are made by senior human consultants. Covered by Data Processing Agreement in compliance with GDPR Article 28.
• StripecoreTechnology or IntegrationStripe processes payments for training programme enrollment including the early registration discount. Secure payment link attached to registration for one-time payment of 869 USD (discounted) or 1,450 USD standard price.
• ZoomcoreTechnology or IntegrationZoom platform used for live online training delivery. All training sessions delivered remotely via Zoom with highly interactive, applied focus.
• University of BarcelonastrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. María Amparo Díaz-Llairó serves as Associate Professor at University of Barcelona, supporting academic partnerships and knowledge development in human capital transformation.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Egon Zehnder: Privately held global executive search and leadership advisory firm known for senior-led, partner-driven engagements. Directly comparable to GHCG's boutique-by-design, partner-led approach to C-suite and board mandates.
• Russell Reynolds Associates: Global executive search and leadership advisory firm serving multinational clients across sectors and regions. Comparable to GHCG's executive search across C-suite, board, and specialist appointments, with stronger global coverage.
• Spencer Stuart: Private, global executive search and leadership advisory firm focused on board, CEO, and senior executive placements. Closely comparable to GHCG's boutique, senior-led, discretion-focused C-suite search model.
• Heidrick & Struggles: Premier global executive search and leadership advisory firm serving boards and C-suite across multiple sectors and geographies. Highly comparable to GHCG's executive search positioning, with stronger global brand and deeper research infrastructure.
• Pedersen & Partners: Privately held international executive search firm with strong presence in EMEA, CEE, and emerging markets including the GCC. Closely comparable to GHCG's boutique, senior-led C-suite and board-level search across EMEA and GCC multinational clients.

Broad incumbents

• Robert Half International: Large publicly listed staffing and consulting firm with mid-management and specialist recruitment across finance, technology, and administrative functions. Comparable to GHCG's middle management and specialist roles recruitment, but at much higher volume and lower price points.
• Korn Ferry: Global organizational consulting firm with a large executive search practice and broader talent advisory, RPO, and HR consulting offerings. Directly comparable to GHCG's C-suite and board-level executive search across multinational GCC and European clients, but at vastly larger scale.

Emerging players

• Alexander Mann Solutions: Global talent acquisition and management consulting firm combining RPO, MSP, and consulting capabilities with technology-enabled sourcing. Comparable to GHCG's AI-powered talent selection and competency-based assessment approach, with broader outsourced delivery.

Regional players

• Michael Page International: Global recruitment firm with strong presence in Europe, Middle East, and Asia, recruiting across middle management, technical, and specialist roles. Comparable to GHCG's middle management and specialist recruitment, with broader self-serve capability.
• Hays: Global recruitment and workforce solutions firm with deep presence in the UK, Europe, and emerging markets including the Middle East. Comparable to GHCG's specialist and middle management recruitment across GCC and EMEA, particularly in engineering, healthcare, and finance.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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