Clive Thomson

Clive is passionate about achieving quality outcomes for businesses when they are dealing with Unions. As our main Collective Bargaining Specialist, he is currently the lead negotiator for more than 50 Collective Agreements across New Zealand. The significant majority of these are in private sector manufacturing. He has also led our Bay of Plenty and Central North Island HR/ER consulting team for the last 20 years. Clive is well respected for his work with businesses on their IR Strategy, and for his calm and constructive approach when dealing with Unions. This ensures that quality outcomes are delivered in often challenging situations.

"Clive is such a great consultant. Super pragmatic. Just love dealing with him." Vet Plus

Interests

Clive is a very keen squash and golf player. He thoroughly enjoys exploring New Zealand in his motorhome, and spending time with his family.

Qualifications

• BCom – Labour Relations / Economic History (University of Auckland) • MCom – Labour Relations (University of Auckland) • Strategic HR Management (Melbourne Business School) • Advanced Masterclass in Negotiation (Executive Education - Harvard Law School)

Events

Dealing with Unions and Collective Bargaining (ER208)
Ultimate Employment Relations Advisor Programme