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5 Key trends in New Zealand Workforce Participation

It will be no surprise that the dynamics of New Zealand’s workforce has been undergoing significant shifts over the past several years. The most recent survey that sheds some light on these trends was conducted by Infometrics in 2023. While we are a year on from the survey release date, the information is still timely…

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New Zealand Work Force

Creating Employment Agreements: A Helpful Guide for Small Businesses

Every employee must have a written employment agreement. While required by law, it’s important for both the employer and the employee to have clear understanding of what to expect from the start. Employee agreements outline key details like the employee’s role and responsibilities, what they’ll be paid, and their rights and obligations within your workplace….

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Creating Employment Agreement

Will Increased Visa Fees Mean Faster Processing Times?

The Government has raised visa fees from 01 October, with most Work Visa application costs doubling. Accreditation and Job Check fees have come through somewhat unscathed with only moderate increases, while Resident Visa application costs have increased, in most cases by at least 50%. The increases were announced by the Minister (Erica Stanford) as necessary,…

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Immigration visa processing fees

Reward & Recognition Survey

Eclipse Recruitment recently surveyed a diverse group of business owners and managers to gain insight into the different type of recognition and rewards programmes offered to employees. Reward programmes not only reflect the core values and culture of an organisation but they sit at the heart of employee rention. These summuarised insights offer a glimpse into…

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Reward and Recognition Survey

Understanding the Upcoming Changes to the Holidays Act

The Government recognises that the current Holidays Act has been a source of frustration for workers, employers, and payroll providers for a long time. To address these concerns, the Government is prioritising reforms to the Holiday Act. The Holidays Act Taskforce The Holidays Act Taskforce was set up by the previous Government in response to…

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Stricter Scrutiny Delays Immigration Visa Processing

Many employers out there, who are regular uses of the immigration visa system, might have noticed that things are taking a bit longer than usual, particularly when it comes to completing job checks for prospective migrant hires. Inevitably when the Government rolls out any immigration visa related change, this will create a slower process as…

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Immigration Visa Processing for a more diverse workplace.

Effective Recruitment in a Challenging Job Market

In today’s job market there is an influx of candidates applying for fewer available jobs. This means effective recruitment has never been more crucial. While some organisations continue to hire, the competition for top talent is fierce, making it essential to be more diligent in the recruitment process. Having an effective recruitment process not only…

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The 5 P’s of Professional Growth and Career Development

Professional development is a continuous journey, one that requires thoughtful reflection and strategic action. If you want to drive your career forward, understanding the fundamental aspects of this journey can significantly enhance both career satisfaction and success. The 5 P’s of professional growth and career development offer the ideal framework to guide this process: Purpose,…

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5 Ps Professional Growth

Work From Home Client Survey

Eclipse Recruitment conducted a work-from-home client survey. The objective was to delve into the views and policies of a wide range of business owners and managers to better understand the current landscape when it comes to remote working. This summary draws insights from our survey and sheds light on current approaches, challenges and benefits of…

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Eclipse Recruitment WFH Client Survey

Employer Accreditation Renewal – Bumpy Road or Smooth Sailing?

When the Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme was rolled out in 2022, the uptake was significant with many businesses getting on board quickly to address (at the time) critical labour shortages. The Government was also quick to offer a free extension to most employers for 12 months, knowing it lacked the resources to process tens…

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Immigration Visas for NZ business