Industry: Recruitment & Executive Search
Designation: CEO, ERC International
Country: UAE
Company: ERC International
Impact: Leading recruitment across 12 nations, she bridges talent with opportunities through executive search while championing women’s empowerment, making ERC International a leader in inclusive hiring and localisation.

Ritjana Ceveli | Crafting a Single-Stop Solution for Hiring Needs

A seasoned executive, Ritjana Ceveli currently leads as the CEO of ERC International, a dynamic recruitment and executive search firm focused on emerging markets. Under her leadership, ERC International delivers tailored hiring solutions for multinational companies, government-linked entities, and start-ups, with a special emphasis on Emiratisation and female executive placements. With more than a decade of experience in the recruitment sector, Ritjana has built a reputation for fostering diverse leadership pipelines and connecting businesses with the right talent to drive sustainable growth.

Before her transition into recruitment, Ritjana had a successful career in investment and asset management, where she gained expertise in origination, structuring, execution, and fundraising across a wide range of sectors, including Islamic Finance. This background, strengthened by over 14 years in emerging markets, equips her with a unique strategic lens that enriches her executive search practice today.

With a Master’s in European Political Economy of Countries in Transition from the London School of Economics and Political Science, Ritjana has also completed specialised programs in Project Finance Modeling and Financial Engineering in Abu Dhabi. Her international financial background continues to enhance her ability to advise clients in complex, investment-led industries.

Acclaimed for her leadership and communication skills, Ritjana is also a sought-after speaker and panelist at global conferences, including Euromoney, IFN, RedMoney, and Fund Forum, where she shares insights on leadership, diversity, and talent development.

Through ERC International, Ritjana and her team continue to empower businesses across 12 nations with customised recruitment strategies, while ensuring diversity, inclusion, and women’s empowerment remain at the core of the company’s mission.