Meet our team

With his background in psychotherapy, psychology and post-graduate training in clinical Transactional Analysis, along with his commercial and business skills, Rob is well placed to offer high-level, executive search, business-oriented recruitment, organisational development and human resource services.

He has a firm belief that a supportive, open, trusting and respectful partnership between consultant and client can help facilitate a lasting and meaningful partnership resulting in positive change and successful outcomes.

Rob is recognised as providing a high level of integrity, professionalism, humour and ethical practice to his methodology and he works closely with his clients to ensure their people, commercial and organisational needs are recognised and addressed.

Contact Rob to talk about your strategy, plans and people needs – rob@bishopassociates.co.nz

Lisa Fawcett joins Bishop Associates as a Generalist HR Consultant, bringing over 20 years of comprehensive experience in both public and private sectors. Her expertise encompasses strategic planning, employment relations, leadership development, and organisational change.

Her pragmatic and empathetic approach has consistently fostered high-performing teams and enhanced workplace cultures.

Lisa is passionate about enabling individuals and organisations to thrive, aligning seamlessly with Bishop Associates’ commitment to delivering tailored HR solutions. Lisa is dedicated to supporting clients across various industries in achieving their human resource and organizational development goals.

Contact Lisa for generalist HR support, HR Management, ER, OD and HR Consulting Services – lisa@bishopassociates.co.nz

Meet Mel – people person, problem solver, and your go-to for recruitment with heart and hustle.

Mel brings energy, warmth, and a wildly diverse career story – think recruitment, project management, and event leadership, from banking programmes in the UK to major sporting events in NZ. She thrives on challenge, juggles priorities with ease, and somehow still delivers with a smile.

Now back in the recruitment space, Mel is combining her strengths in process and people to help clients and candidates navigate the path ahead. With Prince2 accreditation and a strong background in structured, governance-driven environments, she brings the rigour of project management to every assignment, ensuring things run smoothly, expectations are aligned and there are no surprises along the way.

But what really sets Mel apart is her instinct for people. She’s a natural connector – curious, empathetic, and honest – with a genuine drive to help others succeed. Whether you’re hiring or job hunting, she listens carefully, keeps things real, and follows through with care and intent.

As a mum to three sport-mad girls and a long-time netball coach, Mel is all about teamwork, resilience, and community. She brings that same team-first approach into her work – valuing communication, clarity, and shared goals as the foundation for success.

Mel’s passionate about creative problem-solving, smart recruitment and making the process feel easier and seamless – for everyone involved.

Reach out to Mel for recruitment support across professional services, project-based roles, and people-focused positions – mel@bishopassociates.co.nz

Vicky developed her strong work ethic from a young age whizzing about on her bicycle doing odd jobs, paper rounds and balancing a busy school and sports diary.

She’s a smart cookie, with more degrees than you can shake a stick at and a career spanning multiple disciplines including psychology, caring for kids out of foster care, sales and customer services, working in insurance underwriting and, that not being quite enough for her, she re-trained as an accountant. There aren’t many things that she can’t turn her capable hands to and, as well as being highly skilled, she’s also pretty good fun to be around!

What sets Vicky apart is her attention to detail, kindness, ethical foundation and her drive for getting things done right. Luckily for us all Vicky uses her powers of intellect and psychology for good! She is an essential member of the team, keeping the i’s dotted and the t’s crossed!

Contact Vicky for temp payroll, accounts and billing enquiries – vicky@bishopassociates.co.nz

Meet Heather – calm, considered, and deeply connected to people and purpose.

With more than 15 years’ recruitment experience across Aotearoa and the United States, Heather brings a rare blend of wisdom, warmth and quiet confidence to every conversation. She’s worked across the health, not-for-profit, and corporate sectors – always with a clear focus on what matters most: people.

Heather is a natural relationship-builder. She listens deeply, communicates clearly, and takes the time to understand what clients and candidates really need. Whether it’s supporting a community-based organisation to find the right person or helping someone take the next step in their career, Heather brings empathy, insight and follow-through in equal measure. She is truly a search specialist, able to seek out and identify talent – wherever it hides!

Her background includes extensive experience across clinical and non-clinical roles, and she’s especially passionate about work that supports wellbeing and creates impact. With her steady approach and eye for detail, Heather is often the calm in the recruitment storm – keeping things moving and making it feel effortless along the way.

Outside of work, Heather is most often found exploring Christchurch’s best coffee spots, hanging out with her partner and dog, or planning her next travel adventure. Originally from the US, she brings a global lens and a genuine appreciation for New Zealand’s unique character.

Looking for someone who’s got the experience, the heart and the steady hand to guide your next recruitment journey? Heather is here to help.

Contact Heather for recruitment support across the charity, health, and generalist sectors – heather@bishopassociates.co.nz