Hiruni has worked with a wide range of private, government, and non-government employers, including those in education, aviation, oil and gas, retail, insurance, construction, engineering, and finance.

She is passionate about guiding employers through employment processes in a way that not only ensures legal compliance but also supports their commercial objectives.

Before joining Source, Hiruni worked at leading New Zealand law firms, specialising in Employment and Health and Safety. She has also held in-house roles with a large private tertiary education provider and a human resources consultancy firm.

Expertise

Hiruni has experience advising on all aspects of employment law, with a focus on:

• Independent contracting arrangements
• Restructures and redundancies
• Disciplinary investigation processes
• Medical incapacity
• Restraints of trade
• Personal grievances
• Mediation
• Employment litigation (dispute resolution)
• Settlement negotiations

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (Honours) – University of Auckland
• Bachelor of Commerce – University of Auckland
• Graduate Diploma in Commerce – University of Auckland

Get to know Hiruni

Outside of work, Hiruni enjoys travelling, spending time with her family, and going for walks to relax and recharge.