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Should working from home be an earned benefit or an expectation? In the post-covid era, companies seem to be hesitant to offer working from home as a given - why should companies offer remote work? Not just because candidates are asking for it, but it can actually benefit their employer brand! We explore all the benefits in this blog.

Creating a successful work-from-home (WFH) policy for employees requires careful planning and consideration of various factors. Here are some tips for businesses to help set up an effective WFH policy!

In the dynamic landscape of marketing and communications, professionals in New Zealand are increasingly recognising the significance of embracing te reo Māori. Understanding te reo is becoming a crucial skill set, both verbal and written. Ready to learn why it's important and how to take the next step?

We all know it's a tough candidate market with record numbers of jobs on Seek, top candidates looking to shoot for the moon in terms of salary and benefits, and the numbers of candidates moving overseas starting to rise again. As a result, speed is of the essence in the recruitment process. Here are our top tips for speeding up and improving the hiring process, for both employers and employees alike!

In a job market where candidates are in the power seat, it’s important to know what matters to them most when they are looking for work. Knowing what candidates are looking for in a new opportunity helps hiring managers know what to highlight as part of their employer value proposition, what to talk to candidates about throughout the hiring process, and what to think about implementing or offering going forward to attract talent.

With many markets still seeing an influx of job opportunities, great skilled candidates are continuously finding themselves in multi-offer situations. Comparing two different job offers can be an overwhelming task, and it’s important to look at both opportunities through multiple lenses. Think about not only being attracted to the salary or benefits, but also think long term about your overall career plan and how each role could help you reach your goals.

Work and life barriers continue to break down as many people realise it’s important to be themselves in all environments. For some people in the LGBTQ+ community, and in many organisations, it can be tough to know how accepting and inclusive a professional workplace is.

Employment is an incredibly fast-moving market at the moment, with the rise in AI, focus on productivity, shift to many businesses working fully remote, and workplace culture and engagement being prioritised. Here's some top trends to keep in mind going into the year ahead:

We have taken the Pride Pledge with the goal of being and creating a more inclusive, diverse, and welcoming environment for our candidates, clients, and team!

Is the attraction of a bigger salary or better perks getting in the way of candidates thinking about their long term career plans? Why it's important to stop and think about your long term goals before jumping ship for a better salary.