Our coaches
We bring different capabilities and perspectives to the table, but we’re united by our clear purpose - to make a real difference for our clients
Gill Mcintyre
Credentials: Hogan certified Assessor, 22 years experience, Placed 1000+ professionals
Location: Dubai, UAE
Languages: English
Summary: With over 22 years in global executive search, Gill is an Executive Career Strategy and Transition Advisor who understands exactly how senior-level career moves work in the real world. Having advised CEOs and boards on the leaders they hire, promote, and trust to scale their organizations, she brings a rare "insider" perspective to the coaching room.
Gill specializes in helping professionals move beyond "capability" to master the nuances of positioning, clarity, and market timing. She excels at helping leaders translate their experience into a compelling market narrative, ensuring they are positioned for roles that genuinely align with their strengths and long-term goals.
Known for her discreet and commercially focused partnership, Gill provides honest, strategic guidance for executives undergoing significant change. Whether you are repositioning after redundancy, preparing for a C-suite transition, or clarifying your future direction, she provides the roadmap and evidence-based insight needed to move forward with total confidence.
Industries experienced: HR & People Leadership, Global Executive Search, High-Growth & Scale-ups, Multi-region Enterprises, across all diverse sectors
Specialty topics: Executive career strategy, strategic personal positioning, navigating redundancy, leadership transition (C-suite & Board), and evidence-based leadership development.
Why choose Gill: For her forensic understanding of the executive hiring market. She doesn’t just offer support; she provides a strategic edge by combining two decades of search expertise with Hogan-certified assessment data. If you are navigating a high-stakes transition, Gill provides the market-led insight and trusted advisor partnership required to position yourself effectively for the next stage of your leadership journey
Testimonial: “Gill’s view' of the executive market is incredibly empowering. She helped me strip away the noise and translate my career history into a high-impact narrative that resonated immediately with me. Her approach is the perfect blend of strategic challenge and commercial reality. She doesn’t just coach; she gives you a level of clarity and confidence I simply didn't have before”. CPO
Career Transition Partner
Coach and Career Transition Partner
Jonathan Gould
Credentials: ICF ACC Qualified (PCC course completed), MA HRM and MCIPD. British Psychological Society / BPS Level 1 & 2, SHL PAA, Saville Wave and Saville 360, European Test User / EFPA
Location: Dubai, UAE
Languages: English
Summary: Drawing on deep experience in Talent and HR roles, Jonathan is a leadership and career coach dedicated to guiding professionals through critical turning points. Specializing in executive integration, career transitions, and the development of rising talent, he understands exactly what organizations look for in their leaders. Jonathan helps high-potentials and seasoned executives alike navigate the complexities of change management with strategic clarity.
Jonathan is known for a coaching style rooted in deep listening and non-judgmental support. He excels at 'unblocking' hurdles that lead to burnout, helping clients build the resilience necessary for sustainable success. Whether you are stepping into a C-suite role or recovering your energy after a difficult period, Jonathan provides a safe, transformative space to reclaim your agency and thrive.
Industries experienced: Consulting, Aviation, Transportation, Technology, Medical Aesthetics, Pharmaceuticals, Banking, Financial Services, Public Sector
Specialty topics: Career transitions, Change management, Burnout recovery and resilience, rising talent, Executive integration, Leadership development.
Why choose Jonathan: for his combination of deep corporate insight and genuine human empathy. He understands exactly how leadership decisions are made. However, his coaching room is a judgment-free zone where you can drop the corporate mask. If you are navigating a high-stakes transition or recovering from burnout, he provides the safety you need to unblock your path and the strategic roadmap to walk it.
Testimonial: “Before working with Jonathan, I wasn’t fully clear on how to structure my job search in today’s market and hadn’t invested much in building a personal brand. Through our sessions, I discovered the value of working on both in parallel. His coaching was very practical. He gave me clear steps, very practical tools, and advice I could put into action right away. What I valued most was his tactful style and genuine support, which created the right balance of challenge and encouragement and made me feel fully supported throughout the process. I now have a clear approach, tools to rely on, and the confidence to navigate this journey. Thank you, Jonathan! You are the best!” CHRO.