Angie du Preez and Nikita du Plessis bring nearly 50 years of combined experience in HR, Talent and Employment Relations across New Zealand, Australia and South Africa – guiding employees and employers to clear, fair outcomes.
Years combined experience across HR, Talent & Employment Relations
Jurisdictions: New Zealand, Australia and South Africa
Employment Relations Authority & Employment Court representation
Representing employees and employers with equal commitment
Whether you are an employee facing a difficult workplace situation, or an employer navigating HR and employment law, TalentHub has the expertise to help.
Expert guidance on raising a personal grievance, including assessment of your position, strategy and representation throughout the process.
If you have been dismissed or forced out of your role, we assess the substance and process of your employer's actions and advocate on your behalf.
You have the right to a support person at any disciplinary meeting. We attend with you, speak on your behalf, and protect your rights throughout.
Redundancy must be genuine and follow a fair process. We advise on your rights, review your employer's process, and represent you if your redundancy was unfair.
Workplace bullying, harassment and discrimination are serious. We help you understand your rights and take appropriate action under NZ employment law.
Experienced representation at the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court, advocating strongly for your position at every hearing.
We specialise in resolving disputes early, before they escalate. Skilled mediation support to reach practical, durable outcomes quickly and cost-effectively.
Reviewing and explaining your employment agreement, identifying unfair clauses, and ensuring you fully understand your rights and obligations.
Drafting comprehensive, compliant employment agreements tailored to your business, including individual agreements, contractor arrangements and variations.
Robust, legally compliant workplace policies that protect your business – from disciplinary and grievance procedures to health and safety, leave and conduct policies.
Practical HR guidance across the employment lifecycle – from hiring through to offboarding – with tailored advice for your business size and industry.
Ensuring your disciplinary and performance management processes meet the test of justification under the Employment Relations Act, reducing your exposure to grievances.
Guidance through genuine restructuring processes, including proposal drafting, consultation requirements, selection criteria and proper documentation.
Confident representation at the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court, presenting your case clearly and strategically.
Drawing on deep Talent and HR backgrounds to support employer branding, recruitment process design, onboarding and retention strategies.
Resolving workplace disputes early saves time, cost and relationships. We facilitate or support mediation to reach workable outcomes before matters escalate.
TalentHub was founded on a single conviction: that people – whether employees or employers – deserve expert, practical and honest guidance in employment matters.
With roots across South Africa, New Zealand and Australia, Angie du Preez and Nikita du Plessis bring a unique depth of cross-jurisdictional insight. Their combined background in HR, Talent and Employment Relations means they understand the full picture – from the very first offer of employment through to dispute resolution and beyond.
Angie brings extensive experience across the full employment lifecycle, with a strong background in Human Resources, Talent strategy and Employment Relations spanning South Africa, New Zealand and Australia. She is passionate about early resolution of workplace disputes and provides practical, outcome-focused advice to both employees and employers. Angie has experience representing parties at the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court.
Nikita's expertise spans HR, Talent acquisition and Employment Relations across three jurisdictions. She is committed to helping employees and employers navigate complex employment situations with clarity and confidence. Nikita's practical approach to dispute resolution, policies, procedures and employment documentation ensures that every client receives advice grounded in real-world experience. She has appeared before the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court.
Years combined experience in HR, Talent & Employment Relations across New Zealand, Australia and South Africa
We combine deep employment law knowledge with genuine HR and Talent expertise – a rare combination that benefits every client we represent.
With experience across New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, we bring cross-border insight that few employment practitioners can offer – giving you a broader, more informed perspective.
We believe disputes resolved early produce better outcomes for everyone. Our approach prioritises resolution before escalation, saving time, cost and stress for our clients.
Unlike purely legal practitioners, we understand HR and Talent from the inside. This means practical, commercially grounded advice that reflects how workplaces actually operate.
We represent employees and employers with equal skill. Understanding both perspectives makes us sharper advocates and more effective negotiators, whichever side we are on.
When matters cannot be resolved informally, you need experienced advocates at the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court – and that is exactly what we provide.
From the employment agreement at the start of a relationship through to representation in formal proceedings, TalentHub supports clients at every stage of the employment lifecycle.
We keep things clear and transparent from the moment you reach out.
Contact us for a free initial consultation. We listen to your situation without obligation and give you an honest assessment.
We assess your position thoroughly, outline your options clearly, and agree on the right approach together.
We act on your behalf – drafting correspondence, attending meetings, facilitating mediation or representing you at the ERA or Employment Court.
We work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for you, aiming for durable, fair resolution at the earliest opportunity.
Talk to Angie or Nikita about your employment situation. No obligation – just honest, expert advice.
We welcome enquiries from employees and employers across New Zealand. Reach out by phone, email or via the form and we will respond promptly.
Free Initial Consultation
We offer a free, no-obligation initial consultation. Contact us and we will get back to you promptly to arrange a time to discuss your situation in confidence.