Alastair Hercus

Alastair Hercus is an experienced legal professional currently serving as Commissioner at Toka Tū Ake EQC and Director at Fonterra Shareholders’ Fund. With a career spanning three decades, Alastair is a Partner at Buddle Findlay, where significant contributions include the drafting of the Cooperative Companies Act 1996, advising on health and disability legislation, and supporting primary sector exporters with corporate governance. Alastair holds various roles, including Chair of Co-operative Life Ltd, Invercargill Airport Limited, and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment Risk and Advisory Committee, along with serving as a Trustee for Cancer Trials New Zealand. Alastair's educational background includes a Bachelor of Laws from Victoria University of Wellington and a BA (Hons) from the University of Otago.