Straight-Up
Advice.
Right
Process.
Senior employment and governance advisory for organisations that cannot afford to get it wrong.
Built for organisations where the stakes are high
State Schools
Boards, principals, and leadership teams navigating employment and governance obligations
Kura & Early Learning
Kura, koohanga reo, and early childhood services requiring culturally grounded, practical advice
Trusts & Boards
Governance bodies and trustees who need to understand their obligations and act within them
Organisations
Senior leaders and HR teams dealing with complex or high-risk people and process matters
Clear advice across the full spectrum of risk
Disciplinary processes, performance management, grievances, and employment documentation done correctly from the start.
→Roles, delegations, legal obligations, and decision-making frameworks. Ensuring boards operate with authority and within it.
→Managing serious misconduct and performance matters with a process that is defensible, fair, and legally sound.
→Independent, structured investigation of complaints and serious matters. Findings that withstand scrutiny.
→Genuine consultation, legally correct process, and documentation that protects organisations through transition.
→Practical professional development for boards, principals, and senior leaders on employment and governance obligations.
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How I work with every client
I take the time to understand the full picture , what's happened, what's at risk, and what outcome you need. No assumptions, no shortcuts.
I give you an honest assessment of where you stand legally, procedurally, and operationally , including the risks you may not have considered.
Clear, defensible direction , based on sound working knowledge. You will know exactly what to do and why it is the right course of action.
Dealing with something
that can't wait?
Same-day response for clients on a support plan. Direct access , no receptionist, no waiting.
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