Monday, September 18, 2023 Tags: Employment Government Election Read and add comments (0) *}
The impact of the upcoming New Zealand Election on the employment market
The political landscape of New Zealand can have a profound impact on various aspects of our society, and the employment market is no exception. The winning party(s) hold the power to shape policies to help achieve their distinct vision for the nation's economic and social future. Potential changes to government spending, tax reforms, infrastructure investments, RMA reform to name just a few are all poised to influence the job market and the country’s economic conditions in multifaceted ways.
Tuesday, August 15, 2023 Tags: HR Human Resources recruitment jobs artificial intelligence AI Read and add comments (0) *}
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Shifting Landscape of Recruitment in New Zealand
The recruitment industry in New Zealand, much like in other parts of the world, is constantly evolving and adapting to new technological advancements. Over the past few years, one of the most transformative technologies that has emerged is Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI has the potential to challenge and reshape the recruitment landscape in New Zealand, presenting both opportunities and challenges for employers, job seekers, and recruitment agencies.
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 Tags: Human Resources HR Advice Workplace Read and add comments (0) *}
Managing 5 Generations In The Workplace
The dynamics of the workforce are ever-changing and as employers we find ourselves in a position of understanding, engaging with, and managing a multitude of generations within our workforce.
Monday, May 8, 2023 Tags: Business News Human Resources Financial Read and add comments (0) *}
Salary Rises In New Zealand Over The Last Year
The past two years have seen a significant rise in salaries throughout New Zealand and no sector has been untouched. Whilst this has been welcomed by the workforce, most employers have found themselves struggling to keep up with the significant and continual increases that the market has demanded. With low un-employment, low immigration numbers, and a tight employment market – it is still very much an employee led market.
Friday, March 31, 2023 Tags: Employment Finances Advice Read and add comments (0) *}
Minimum wages - opinion piece
The 1st of April 2023 brings about an adult minimum wage increase of $22.70 per hour from the current hourly rate of $21.20, equalling a 7.1% increase. With this, the training and starting-out minimum wages will also both increase to $18.16 per hour - a rise from the current minimum rate of $16.96 per hour.
Friday, March 31, 2023 Tags: recruitment advice Read and add comments (0) *}
Getting the recruitment process right
Recruitment is a critical component of any organisation's success, and it can be costly if done poorly.
Friday, March 31, 2023 Tags: Immigration Advice Read and add comments (0) *}
Support Systems for Immigrants in NZ
New Zealand is a diverse and multicultural society that welcomes immigrants from all over the world.
Thursday, February 2, 2023 Read and add comments (0) *}
2023 Insights to the Year Ahead
Most of us are well and truly ready for the New Year to begin, to close the 2022 chapter and embrace the new year with fresh optimism and energy. Last year there was a lot going on, employers had a variety of challenges to focus on and constant change. Whilst it should have been a recovery year, it was anything but. I hope that you’ve had some time to rest, recover and relax a little over the Christmas period, recharge your batteries and fill your cup for the year ahead.
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 Read and add comments (0) *}
Online Interview tips to give you the competitive edge
In this ever-changing world and reshape of the modern workplace, we are turning to online meetings more and more. With job seekers looking for flexibility and people isolating, working from home is evolving and keeping up our ‘face to face’ interactions, means remote meeting are here to stay. It is paramount to get up to speed with online meeting platforms as Employers now prefer to conduct online interviews to test candidate’s computer skills and online etiquette.
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 Read and add comments (0) *}
Why Staff Leave
Here we are in the final quarter of 2022 and what a year it’s proving to be. One of the most difficult as an employer that most of us will ever recall. With what is essentially a fully employed market and very little in the way of immigration to provide relief, the employment market is incredibly competitive. We are many thousands of staff short across most industries, and realistically there is no quick fix.