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An age-old problem: age bias in talent management
Wednesday, 10 May 2017, 2:02 pm | Hays
Age bias is alive and well in New Zealand workplaces, with more than seven in ten employers admitting an employee’s age can be a factor in talent management decisions. These include development programs, promotional pathways and succession plans. More >>
Give up your guilt: ‘Out of office’ can mean ‘out of contact
Tuesday, 2 May 2017, 1:35 pm | Hays
The majority (66 per cent) of New Zealand’s workers say employers should have a policy that encourages employees to limit the amount of time spent working after standard business hours and on weekends. More >>
How to nail common temp interview questions
Tuesday, 28 March 2017, 3:48 pm | Hays
Approach an interview for a temporary assignment or contract as you would for a permanent job and you’re doomed to fail. That’s according to the recruiting experts at Hays, who say you must emphasise your adaptability, flexibility and, above all, skills ... More >>
68% of New Zealanders happy to temp
Tuesday, 14 March 2017, 12:44 pm | Hays
The majority of New Zealanders are happy to consider temporary and contract roles or already undertake such assignments, but misconceptions surrounding this form of working blur the opinions of others. More >>
Kiwis beating Aussies at workplace gender equality
Tuesday, 7 March 2017, 11:29 am | Hays
New Zealand is doing better than Australia at working towards equal pay, flexible working options and career advancement for women, according to a new survey. But we’re still far from achieving workplace gender equality. More >>
Want to be a manager? Here’s how potential will be assessed
Tuesday, 28 February 2017, 2:15 pm | Hays
If you aspire to a management role, get ready to be heavily assessed. That’s the message from recruiting experts Hays, which found 80 per cent of 1,516 Australian & New Zealand employers surveyed use a variety of observation and assessment tools ... More >>
Why people look for another job
Tuesday, 14 February 2017, 12:28 pm | Hays
Why are so many people switching jobs? According to recruiting experts Hays, it’s for more challenging or exciting work and a lack of career development. More >>
7 steps to take during your first week in a new job
Thursday, 9 February 2017, 1:06 pm | Hays
During your first week in a new job, your new boss will welcome you into the organisation. But it’s not only up to them to provide you with a positive, powerful and effective starting point. According to recruiting experts Hays, there are certain key actions ... More >>
How to ask for a pay rise in 2017
Tuesday, 7 February 2017, 12:32 pm | Hays
Auckland, 7 February 2017 – Research by leading global recruitment company Robert Half confirms Kiwi employees are best positioned to ask for a salary increase during a performance review or at the start of a new project, indicating a prepared and ... More >>
Integrated temporary employees make powerful brand
Friday, 3 February 2017, 1:57 pm | Hays
Organisations are adding temporary and contract employees to their workforce, but are they missing a trick? According to recruiting experts Hays, employers who effectively integrate temporary and contract employees into their team attain a far greater end ... More >>
How to get a job in 2017
Tuesday, 24 January 2017, 2:06 pm | Hays
If a new job is on your radar this year, you need a strong story, consistent brand and evidence that you can add value, according to recruiting experts Hays. More >>
Recruitment trends for 2017
Thursday, 8 December 2016, 3:43 pm | Hays
What will the recruitment market in 2017 bring? According to recruiting experts Hays, jobs growth, flexible headcounts, a digital skills gap, wage pressure for highly-skilled professionals and work-life integration will be key features. More >>
Could a temporary assignment cure your career blues?
Monday, 28 November 2016, 2:52 pm | Hays
Are you feeling stale or bored in your existing role? Do you need to refresh your career or find a new challenge for 2017? If so, a temporary assignment could be the solution to curing your career blues. More >>
Kiwi Bosses Care More About Employees’ Career Development
Friday, 18 November 2016, 11:05 am | Hays
Kiwi Bosses Care More About Their Employees’ Career Development than Their Aussie Counterparts More >>
Kiwis want to feel a sense of purpose at work
Wednesday, 19 October 2016, 2:10 pm | Hays
Employees want to be given a sense of purpose at work and know how their contribution makes a difference, according to recruiting experts Hays. According to findings in the latest Hays Journal, the recruiter says that the value in employee engagement ... More >>
NZ's most wanted: knowledge workers in growing demand
Monday, 10 October 2016, 12:33 pm | Hays
The demand for knowledge workers is increasing across New Zealand as employers recruit these highly-skilled professionals to add immediate value and adapt to the rapidly changing and digitising world of work. More >>
Unemployable graduates
Thursday, 29 September 2016, 1:32 pm | Hays
Thousands of graduates will soon take their first steps into the world of work, but a large number lack the necessary skills and experience employers want, according to recruiting experts Hays. Hays’ CEO, Alistair Cox , says many of today’s graduates ... More >>
Ready to temp? Temporary job opportunities increasing
Tuesday, 6 September 2016, 1:45 pm | Hays
The number of temporary and contract jobs will continue to rise in New Zealand, according to recruiting experts Hays. More >>
A successful career for Payroll Managers
Thursday, 11 August 2016, 1:59 pm | Hays
With strong job prospects, on-the-job learning and a satisfying career on offer, why don’t more people aspire to become a Payroll Manager? More >>
NZ construction workers juggling multiple job offers
Friday, 29 July 2016, 12:43 pm | Hays
Experienced construction candidates remain in such high demand that they often receive multiple job offers, says recruiting experts Hays in New Zealand. More >>