I’m Danielle. I have 25 years experience in HR, most of it inside New Zealand businesses. I’ve headed a people function at executive level and been the senior HR partner to 75 leaders and their teams in one of the country’s largest companies.
Whatever lands on your desk, I’ve usually met a version of it before, and usually in more than one business. You’re not paying me to learn on your problem.
Most people don’t ring an HR consultant when things are going well. They ring when something has already gone wrong, and usually it’s been going wrong for a while. That’s the work, and it’s rarely as bad as it feels by the time I get the call.
What people want is the issue dealt with, dealt with properly, and off their mind. That’s usually achievable.
I’m a Chartered Member of HRNZ and an ICF Professional Certified Coach, bringing both practical HR expertise and a people-centred approach to the work I do.
I run a practical HR and employment relations practice supporting businesses that need experienced, independent people advice. I work in two ways: providing ongoing HR support and stepping in to help resolve specific, complex situations.
For businesses without an internal HR team, I become the person to call when people matters arise. I work alongside owners and general managers who may have been carrying a difficult situation for longer than they would like, helping them understand their options and take the next step.
For businesses with established HR teams, I provide an extra pair of hands when capacity is stretched, as well as independent expertise for restructures, investigations and complex employment matters. I can also offer senior-level support when an HR professional needs someone experienced to think through a challenging situation with.
My approach is straightforward. Understand what is really going on, explain where the business stands, and agree on a practical way forward. I can work alongside you while your team handles the matter internally, or take responsibility for managing the process when required.
Not every situation needs a formal process, and I’ll say so when it doesn’t. When one is genuinely needed, I make sure it is handled properly, with care, sound judgement and a focus on achieving a workable outcome.
As a HR & Employment Relations Consultant, Danielle provides practical HR and employment relations support for businesses in East Auckland and beyond.
My work includes ongoing HR advice, employee performance and conduct matters, workplace investigations, restructures, and support with complex people situations. I help business owners, managers and HR teams understand their options and take the right next step.
Yes. I help employers address performance concerns, misconduct and other difficult employment matters. This can include assessing the situation, advising on appropriate next steps, preparing for conversations and supporting a formal process when one is required. My focus is on resolving the issue properly rather than making it more complicated than it needs to be.
Yes. I provide independent support with workplace investigations, particularly when a matter is complex or needs someone outside the business to manage it. I can help establish the appropriate process, gather and assess information, and ensure the investigation is conducted fairly, thoroughly and with sound judgement.
I work with businesses that need experienced HR support during restructures and other organisational changes. I can help you think through the people implications, plan an appropriate process and manage the employment relations aspects. My role is to help you make informed decisions and ensure the process is handled with care and professionalism.
Absolutely. I regularly support businesses that already have HR professionals in place. Sometimes they need extra capacity during a busy period, and sometimes they need independent expertise for a complex matter. I can also provide senior-level support to an HR professional who wants an experienced person to think through a challenging situation with.
