Meet the A Team
Get to know the amazing individuals who make up our team!
We are a passionate bunch who work closely together daily to ensure that our clients and candidates receive the attention and service they deserve. We’re all about changing lives and truly making a difference in careers and businesses.
Each member of the team possesses unique strengths and individual areas of interest and experience meaning that no matter your vacancy or career path, we are well-equipped to attend to your needs.

Laura Dodd
General Manager & Head of Recruitment
Laura is an experienced General Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the recruitment industry both locally and internationally. She has a natural ability to build relationships with people and you can trust her with your vacancy or your job search. She won’t let you down!
There is no job too great or small. Laura will always go above and beyond to make sure that you receive outstanding and memorable service from herself and her team.
Email Laura: laura@accplace.co.za

Shandre Naidoo
Senior Recruitment Consultant & Portfolio Manager
Shandre is a passionate recruiter with an inquisitive approach to recruitment. She is not afraid of a challenge and has a well-developed ability to match candidates to her client’s needs. Shandre manages our Accounting portfolio and has an incredible network and knowledge of candidates in this sector.
Shandre has a keen eye for detail and if you are looking for something specific, she will find it for you!
Email Shandre: shandre@accplace.co.za

Kate Watts
Senior Recruitment Consultant & Portfolio Manager
Kate combines advanced recruitment experience with a true passion for our profession. Constantly recognised by our candidates and clients as a recruiter that goes out of her way to ensure that their placement experience is positive, Kate places a huge emphasis on delivering a memorable service. She is motivated by making a positive impact on businesses across the nation by identifying the right people to suit the needs of our professional partners.
Accountancy Placements warmly welcomed Kate to the team in 2021, following 12 years of working in agricultural recruitment. She is on board to assist our clients with their non-accounting positions including marketing, IT, sales, agriculture, and everything in between.
Email Kate: talent@accplace.co.za

Trisha Naidoo
Recruitment Officer- Accounting Portfolio
Trisha is the friendly face you will see when you visit us and she is also the happy voice answering the phone. Trisha joins us in the role of Recruitment Officer and will be assisting with administration as she gains experience in the recruitment industry.
Trisha’s background in travel and financial services puts her in the perfect position to continue to give our clients and candidates the exceptional level of service they are used to.
Email Trisha: recruit@accplace.co.za

Deron Howard
Recruitment Officer
Deron joined us in 2023 bringing along a strong background in travel and customer service. She is a creative at heart, with a passion for helping people, and has a great network established within Pietermaritzburg. Deron’s strong administrative skills and natural affinity for relationship-building are being put to great use as she engages with new talent in the non-accounting portfolio.
Email Deron: connect@accplace.co.za
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