Jennifer El-Gemayel

Jennifer El-Gemayel is a talent acquisition expert and search professional with over five years of experience, including a strong foundation in HR consulting. Taking a collaborative, client-focused approach, she is adept at understanding business objectives, developing search strategies, and identifying talent for executive and specialist roles in competitive markets across industries.

Professional Focus

Over five years of experience in executive search and talent acquisition in consulting and corporate environments
Industry expertise in technology (IT and AI), engineering, financial services, environmental services, manufacturing, and professional services
Track record of successful searches for executive and technical specialist roles
Experience managing full-cycle recruitment from role intake, sourcing strategy, and research through candidate evaluation, shortlisting, offer coordination, and onboarding
Fluent in English and French

Business Expertise

Talent Acquisition Advisor at Vooban, a tech firm specializing in AI and digital transformation solutions; focused on recruiting technical and executive talent
Talent Acquisition Specialist at an HR consulting firm; partnered with clients across diverse industries to lead full-cycle executive search mandates
Talent Research Specialist at an HR consulting firm; focused on targeted candidate research, market mapping, direct sourcing, and candidate outreach
Additional experience in an advisory role with RBC Insurance and customer support roles at National Bank of Canada

Additional Expertise

Manufacturing
Engineering
Industrial
Human Resources
Technology - IT & AI
Financial Services
Professional Services

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in political science, minor in human rights law from Concordia University, Montreal
Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in law, society and justice from Dawson College, Montreal

Montréal

Suite 1018
1 Place Ville Marie
Montréal, QC
Canada

Case Studies

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Power in Growth: Boyden's Strategic COO Recruitment for a Leading Agro-Industry Giant

In the competitive realm of global agribusiness, our client required a transformative COO to enhance operational efficiency and spearhead growth. Here, we share how Boyden identified and secured the ideal candidate, driving innovation and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry.

Building a New Revenue Model: A First CRO for a PE-Backed HealthTech Platform

How Boyden appointed the first Chief Revenue Officer for a French pharmacy services business transforming into a European HealthTech platform.

Scaling Operations for Global Growth: A COO for Building Automation

How Boyden placed a COO to transform global operations and build U.S. capacity for an international building and façade automation company.

Thought Leadership

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Articles & Papers

How to Lead Healthcare Transformation Without Disrupting Care Delivery

Healthcare transformation demands more than change. It requires leaders who can sequence change, protect patient care, and align boards.

Articles & Papers

In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream

Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice

Articles & Papers

A First External CEO Leads a First Generational Succession

A family enterprise approaching its first generational transition found leadership fragmented across sibling-led divisions. Growth was possible, but cohesion was not guaranteed. By introducing independent executive leadership, the family gained clarity, strengthened governance, and set a foundation for long-term continuity. Here’s how unified leadership replaced complexity.