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About Johan

Johan Nel is an accomplished Executive Search Agent and Talent Acquisition leader with over 14 years of experience in People and Culture, delivering transformative recruitment solutions across Australia, Canada, and Africa. As the Managing Director of Comco Talent since January 2025, he leads a Perth-based consultancy dedicated to placing exceptional leadership and professional talent in organisations nationwide. With a PhD in Organisational Psychology, Johan brings a unique blend of academic insight and hands-on expertise to every search and talent strategy he undertakes.

His track record underscores his credibility. At the University of Western Australia, Johan led a team that recruited over 1,400 employees—including 40 globally recognised academics—elevating the university’s international profile while achieving outstanding Net Promoter Scores. Under his leadership, his team successfully appointed an entire executive team within 24 months during a global pandemic and saved $34.5M through strategic talent initiatives. Now at Comco Talent, Johan has hit the ground running, securing three leadership or professional placements every 60 days while supporting a 400-member institution in Balcatta with talent mapping and capability frameworks. He has also streamlined recruitment for a company with bulk assessments, demonstrating his ability to deliver efficient, high-impact solutions.

Accredited in tools such as Korn Ferry, SHL, and Psytech, Johan excels at identifying top talent, conducting behavioural and psychometric assessments, and building robust succession plans. His approach consistently delivers results—whether saving millions through optimised hiring or fostering inclusive, high-performing teams. With a PhD in Organisational Psychology and recognition as an award-winning HR leader, Johan is passionate about connecting exceptional people with roles where they can thrive, establishing himself as a trusted partner for organisations seeking outstanding talent in Western Australia and beyond.

Specialises in

  • Leadership and Executive Searches

  • Finance

  • People and Culture

  • Marketing

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