Find a consultant Gemma McDonaldAssociate PartnerUSA +1 832-696-9332 Gemma, an Associate Partner for Page Executive based in Houston, leads North America's Human Resources practice. Gemma is a dedicated executive recruiter with a proven track record at PageGroup since 2016. Specializing in senior and executive-level HR roles within Page Executive, she focuses on delivering tailored solutions that exceed client expectations, always prioritizing the unique needs of each customer.Over the years, Gemma has assisted thousands of candidates with resume support, interview coaching, and career advice, successfully placing individuals in roles that align with their career aspirations. A passionate people leader, Gemma has lead and grown teams within Page Personnel and Michael Page, as well as mentoring consultants and supporting their professional development.Gemma is committed to promoting equity in the workplace and fostering a psychologically safe culture. Her dedication to inclusivity and psychological safety directly enhances her effectiveness as a recruiter in the executive space, as she takes the time to understand the specific challenges leaders face in navigating workplace culture, and creating environments where people feel empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. This understanding allows her to successfully place executives in organizations where they can thrive, ensuring long-term success for both the individual and the business.IndustryIndustryEnergy & Natural ResourcesIndustrialFunctionFunctionHuman ResourcesTrack RecordHuman Resources Manager - Matrix Composites & EngineeringGeneral Manager of Human Resources - Freo GroupHuman Resources Manager - Koch SolutionsDirector of Human Resources - Austral ConstructionGeneral Manager of Human Resources - Tianqi LithiumSenior Human Resources Business Partner - Covalent LithiumSenior Human Resources Business Partner - WestracHuman Resources Manager - EV MetalsLatest InsightsGemma McDonald Women’s Career Confidence Has Been Rattled: Employers Must Rethink Hir…By Page Executive10 min read Read moreMore Principals and Partners in North America Paul Webster Managing Partner USA & CanadaFinancial ServicesPaul Webster is Managing Partner at Page Executive North America and a Global Practice Leader for our Financial Services Practice. 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Focusing on Technology within Banking, Financial Services and Advisory Sectors. Rachel specializes in Core technology, Product Management, Data View all consultantsTestimonials Over the past two years, I’ve worked with Gemma both as a candidate and client. As a candidate, she provided honest feedback, was responsive, and advocated for me. As a client, her no-nonsense, relationship-focused approach helped me find the right candidates. I have no hesitations in recommending Gemma both as a great client and candidate manager for HR professionals Senior, HR Manager, Red OHMS Working with Gemma McDonald from Page Executive was a game-changer for our organisation. Her dedication, professionalism, and deep understanding of our needs were instrumental in finding the perfect senior HR professional for our team. Throughout the entire process, Gemma demonstrated an exceptional ability to identify and engage top talent, ensuring a seamless recruitment experience. We are incredibly grateful for the support and expertise, and we highly recommend Gemma to any company seeking outstanding recruitment services. CEO, , WINUN NGARI Gemma, your efforts have always added significant value to my experiences, whether by keeping me informed of suitable opportunities in the market & trends or supporting us with suitable candidates at an organisation level. It's always a pleasure to work with you, and I appreciate the attention to detail & care you exhibit in your dealings while supporting us with our recruitment needs. It was great to meet Brodie as well and to see that the leadership team within Michael Page is investing in individuals like you because of who we keep coming back to Page in this competitive market. Director of HR, Bhagwan, Marine My candidate experience with Gemma was of the highest calibre and professionalism. Gemma works closely with you to understand your career aspirations, skills and experience to ensure that your next role is the right fit for both you and the organisation. I know from personal experience how hard she works for her candidates to place them and would highly recommend her to any professional looking for their next role. HR Manager, Expro Group,
