Supporting Organizations Through Change with People at the Centre

We help organizations navigate difficult decisions with care so individuals can move forward with clarity, confidence, and direction.

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What We Do

For more than 20 years, Gilker McRae has helped organizations navigate complex people moments with confidence, care, and practical guidance. Whether supporting employee transitions, developing leaders, strengthening workplace culture, or advising through organizational change, we work alongside HR teams and leaders to provide experienced, people-centred support when it matters most.

Services

Our Professional Services

Every organization navigates its own people and workplace challenges. Our services are designed to meet you where you are, providing practical support across career transition and outplacement, executive coaching, leadership development, workplace culture, HR advisory, and organizational planning.

Our Solutions

Career Transition & Outplacement

Practical support for organizations managing employee departures, helping leaders handle the process well while giving employees clarity on what comes next.

Executive
Coaching

Focused coaching for leaders and employees navigating growth, pressure, workplace change, and the decisions that come with those moments.

Leadership & Team Development

Practical development for leaders and teams that builds capability, alignment, and the skills needed to lead effectively within your organization.

People, Culture & Performance

Targeted support to strengthen culture, improve accountability, and align your people practices with the direction and demands of your organization.

Why Gilker McRae?

  • Local, responsive support
  • People-first outplacement approach
  • Senior-level coaching expertise
20+ Years of Experience
123+ Clients Supported
42+ Industries Served
About Us
“Gilker McRae has been our trusted career transition partner for more than a decade. Their integrity, responsiveness, and commitment to personalized support distinguish them from every other provider we have worked with.”
Senior HR Business Partner, Energy Utility Industry
“Gilker McRae truly partners with its clients rather than offering a one size fits all approach. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and commitment to both the organization and departing employees make all the difference.”
Vice President, Human Resources, Energy Industry
“Gilker McRae acted as a true extension of our HR team. Their partnership helped protect our company reputation, maintain dignity for departing employees, and ensure a smooth, well managed transition.”
Senior Human Resources Leader, Energy, Midstream and Infrastructure
“The consultants are highly empathetic, flexible, and responsive. Employees consistently echo this positive feedback, which reinforces the value of their support.”
Chief Executive Officer, Energy Company
“Gilker McRae supported us through individual transitions, larger workforce changes, and the acquisition of our company. They consistently represented our organization with professionalism, compassion, and care.”
Manager, Human Resources Business Partner, Environmental Services Industry

Insights on Leadership, Transition, and Organizational Performance

Practical perspectives on leadership, career transition, people strategy, and supporting organizations through difficult moments.

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