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Read more: What’s new in recruitment at Employment HeroWhat’s new in recruitment at Employment Hero
Discover the latest updates to the Employment Hero ATS, including Indeed integration and simplified job creation, designed to streamline your…
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Read more: Product Update: October 2025Product Update: October 2025
Our October 2025 update is here. Discover new NZ leave rates, public holiday automation, rostering, timesheets, API upgrades and more.…
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Read more: Business Grants for NZ BusinessesBusiness Grants for NZ Businesses
Want to grow your business? Get the essential information on the government grants available in New Zealand here.
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Read more: How Employment Hero is solving applicant overload with AI recruitmentHow Employment Hero is solving applicant overload with AI recruitment
Drowning in applications? Discover how Employment Hero’s Recruitment Agent and SmartMatch features help you tackle applicant overload and hire smarter.
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Read more: Meet Employment Hero’s new Recruitment Agent for AI interviewsMeet Employment Hero’s new Recruitment Agent for AI interviews
Discover how Employment Hero’s Recruitment Agent automates first-round video interviews to help you hire faster, reduce bias and build pre-vetted…
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Read more: What’s new at Employment Hero: Here’s our 2025 product recapWhat’s new at Employment Hero: Here’s our 2025 product recap
Discover 200+ Employment Hero product updates from 2025. AI insights, smarter workflows and enhanced security to make employment easier for…
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Read more: Accommodation included: What employers should know about work for boardAccommodation included: What employers should know about work for board
Learn the legal requirements and best practices for work-for-accommodation arrangements. Essential guidance for employers offering room and board compensation.
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Read more: AI in HR: How is artificial intelligence changing the workplace?AI in HR: How is artificial intelligence changing the workplace?
Discover how AI is changing human resources in New Zealand, and how your business can benefit from this innovative technology.
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Read more: Product Update: September 2025Product Update: September 2025
A big hello from the Employment Hero Product team, and welcome to the September 2025 Product Update.
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Read more: What is an EAP and why is it important for workplaces?What is an EAP and why is it important for workplaces?
Discover the importance of an EAP in the workplace. Learn how Employee Assistance Programs improve wellbeing, productivity and reduce business…
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Read more: Product Update: August 2025Product Update: August 2025
Contents API and Integrations Expanded Open API access Available to Classic Platinum and EOS Plus and Unlimited subscription tiers We’re…
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Read more: Product Update: July 2025Product Update: July 2025
A big hello from the Employment Hero team and welcome to the July 2025 product update. We’ve got lots to share…
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Read more: Trust Centre update: August 2025Trust Centre update: August 2025
Follow our August 2025 trust centre update as we share the changes and how you can access key information.
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Read more: How to write a CV in New Zealand for remote jobsHow to write a CV in New Zealand for remote jobs
Want to land a remote job in NZ? Discover how to write a standout CV for remote roles. Follow our…
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Read more: Culture fit interview questions to ask NZ employersCulture fit interview questions to ask NZ employers
Discover the top culture fit interview questions to ask NZ employers. Align your next job with your values – start…
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Read more: Top CV dos and don’ts according to recruitersTop CV dos and don’ts according to recruiters
Want to write a standout CV? Discover expert-backed do’s and don’ts to impress New Zealand employers and boost your job…
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Read more: 15 common job interview questions in NZ (with answers)15 common job interview questions in NZ (with answers)
Heading to an interview in NZ? Prep with 15 common questions and model answers. Ace your next job opportunity with…
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Read more: How to lose candidates and alienate people: the “Just Another Job Ad” trap (and how to get out)How to lose candidates and alienate people: the “Just Another Job Ad” trap (and how to get out)
Looking to hire your perfect match? The way you pitch your open role can be the difference between landing or…
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Read more: How to shortlist candidates effectively: A hiring guide for employersHow to shortlist candidates effectively: A hiring guide for employers
When you’re faced with hundreds of CVs, how do you spot the needle in the haystack? It’s a daunting task…
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Read more: Beyond morning teas and free fruit: Why your workplace ‘perks’ aren’t workingBeyond morning teas and free fruit: Why your workplace ‘perks’ aren’t working
Thinking of ways to lift your team’s spirits? Before you hit ‘Order again’ on that next batch of cheese scones,…
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Read more: Still Coasting? Why NZ SMEs Can’t Afford to Be Casual About HiringStill Coasting? Why NZ SMEs Can’t Afford to Be Casual About Hiring
The casual approach to hiring is costing you – find out how to snap out of it.
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Read more: SEEK Cut the Cord. Here’s What We’re Doing About It.SEEK Cut the Cord. Here’s What We’re Doing About It.
Seek is ending Employment Hero’s API access. Read about what we’re doing and how we are building a faster and…
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Read more: Product Update: May 2025
Product Update: May 2025
Follow our May 2025 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the…
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Read more: Product Update: April 2025Product Update: April 2025
Follow our April 2025 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the…
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Read more: NZ Budget 2025: what it means for businessesNZ Budget 2025: what it means for businesses
Discover what NZ Budget 2025 means for small and medium-sized businesses. Learn about new tax incentives, KiwiSaver changes, and more.
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Read more: Product Update: March 2025Product Update: March 2025
Follow our March 2025 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the…
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Read more: The importance of behavioural interview questions for NZ employersThe importance of behavioural interview questions for NZ employers
Discover the top behavioural interview questions in NZ and learn effective strategies to find the best candidate for your business.
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Read more: Latest data from Employment Hero signals shifts in holiday workforce trendsLatest data from Employment Hero signals shifts in holiday workforce trends
Employment Hero has released new data that paints a complex picture of the labour market over the December period.
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Read more: Employment Hero Data Reveals Two-Speed Economy: Ongoing ‘Wageflation’ and Shrinking HoursEmployment Hero Data Reveals Two-Speed Economy: Ongoing ‘Wageflation’ and Shrinking Hours
There is a growing divide in Australia’s economy, where rising wages and shrinking hours are creating challenges for businesses.
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Read more: Employment Hero Brings Unparalleled Real-Time Transparency to the Employment MarketplaceEmployment Hero Brings Unparalleled Real-Time Transparency to the Employment Marketplace
The global employment authority Employment Hero today unveiled a new tool that will bring unparalleled transparency to the employment marketplace.
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Read more: Employment Hero and Medibank bring private health insurance to 1m employeesEmployment Hero and Medibank bring private health insurance to 1m employees
Australia’s small to medium sized businesses can now provide employees with best in market private health care discounts.
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Read more: Top health and safety challenges in construction and how to manage themTop health and safety challenges in construction and how to manage them
Are you aware of the top health and safety challenges in the construction industry? Learn how to address them effectively.
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Read more: HR checklist for manufacturing businessesHR checklist for manufacturing businesses
The manufacturing industry keeps thousands of Kiwis employed each year, making a significant contribution to our economy. But the people…
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Read more: Wage Theft in New Zealand – FactsheetWage Theft in New Zealand – Factsheet
Wage theft occurs when employers fail to pay employees their full legal entitlements. This can include unpaid wages, unpaid overtime,…
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Read more: Do’s and don’ts for the end of financial yearDo’s and don’ts for the end of financial year
From the mammoth task of gathering up a year’s worth of records, to filing the company tax return, the end…
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Read more: What is an Employment Operating System?What is an Employment Operating System?
Say goodbye to the ‘dial up’ approach to employment management: enter the Employment OS.
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Read more: Employment Hero Surpasses $250M ARR, Accelerating its mission to make employment easier for small businessesEmployment Hero Surpasses $250M ARR, Accelerating its mission to make employment easier for small businesses
Employment Hero, the global leader in employment management solutions, announced a major milestone in its growth journey, surpassing $250M (AUD)…
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Read more: Employment Hero surpasses $250M ARR and achieves profitabilityEmployment Hero surpasses $250M ARR and achieves profitability
We’ve reached an exciting milestone – $250M ARR and we’re now profitable.
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Read more: Product update January 2025Product update January 2025
A big hello from the Employment Hero team and welcome to the first product update for 2025. We hope you…
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Read more: Employment Hero is joining forces with Canadian-based HR and payroll company, HumiEmployment Hero is joining forces with Canadian-based HR and payroll company, Humi
We’re thrilled to announce that Employment Hero is joining forces with Humi
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Read more: Product Update December 2024Product Update December 2024
Read our December 2024 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features.
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Read more: SmartMatch helps you hire faster, smarterSmartMatch helps you hire faster, smarter
Save two weeks on your time to hire with SmartMatch by Employment Hero.
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Read more: The next chapter for HR systems: 2025 and beyondThe next chapter for HR systems: 2025 and beyond
If you’re an HR leader or a business owner juggling HR subscriptions like they’re hot potatoes (one for recruitment, one…
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Read more: 20 fun work Christmas party ideas for Kiwi businesses20 fun work Christmas party ideas for Kiwi businesses
Planning your work Christmas party? These 20 Christmas party ideas are sure to be crowd pleasers – from the tried…
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Read more: Managing public holidays and annual closedownsManaging public holidays and annual closedowns
Everything you need to know about managing public holidays and closedowns.
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Read more: Product Update November 2024Product Update November 2024
Follow our November 2024 product update as we share all of the latest features over the past month.
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Read more: Holiday rostering for success this summerHoliday rostering for success this summer
Planning your holiday roster? We share our top tips to transform your holiday rostering.
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Read more: Product Update October 2024Product Update October 2024
A big hello and welcome back to the October edition of the Employment Hero product update! As we head closer…
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Read more: The best business leader networks in New ZealandThe best business leader networks in New Zealand
Networks are a great way to make important connections that can help you and your business.
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Read more: Contractor or employee? The proposed gateway testContractor or employee? The proposed gateway test
A new gateway test could help businesses who are engaging contractors.
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Read more: How can SMEs retain Kiwi employees beyond salary?How can SMEs retain Kiwi employees beyond salary?
When it comes to job satisfaction, salary is only one piece of the puzzle.
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Read more: Product Update September 2024
Product Update September 2024
Follow our September 2024 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features.
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Read more: Life Care Consultants: How adaptability led to 30 years of business successLife Care Consultants: How adaptability led to 30 years of business success
Life Care Consultants have gone from strength to strength in 30 years. How did they manage it?
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Read more: Product Update August 2024Product Update August 2024
Follow our August 2024 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features.
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Read more: How healthcare businesses can use Employment Hero
How healthcare businesses can use Employment Hero
If you’re a HR leader, administrator or business operator, consider Employment Hero.
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Read more: Product Update July 2024Product Update July 2024
Follow our July 2024 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the…
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Read more: Product Update June 2024Product Update June 2024
Welcome back to the June edition of the Employment Hero product update. It’s hard to believe that we’re more than…
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Read more: Parental leave: What are “keeping in touch” days?Parental leave: What are “keeping in touch” days?
We’re here to take you through how “keeping in touch” days work.
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Read more: Insurance reform is on the way: What it means for businessesInsurance reform is on the way: What it means for businesses
On 2 May 2024, the Government announced that current NZ insurance law will be updated.
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Read more: Employee “ghosting”: Abandonment of employment explainedEmployee “ghosting”: Abandonment of employment explained
In the unfortunate event that this happens to your business, we’ve got the advice you need.
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Read more: 6 soft skills crucial for strong and effective leadership6 soft skills crucial for strong and effective leadership
Discover the top soft skills you need to master to lead with confidence, empathy and success.
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Read more: Product Update May 2024Product Update May 2024
May is here which means one thing – we’re back with another edition of the Employment Hero product update. We’re…
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Read more: SmartMatch: one giant leap in recruitment techSmartMatch: one giant leap in recruitment tech
In the world of recruitment technology, we’ve driven a monumental step forward with SmartMatch, the world’s first candidate sourcing and…
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Read more: Leading the charge for change: Say hello to Employment Hero’s Partner Network LeadersLeading the charge for change: Say hello to Employment Hero’s Partner Network Leaders
Say hello to our Partner Network Leaders – a group that’s leading change at Employment Hero.
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Read more: Product Update April 2024Product Update April 2024
Follow our April 2024 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features.
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Read more: The Filipino Advantage: Why Hiring in the Philippines Will Boost your BusinessThe Filipino Advantage: Why Hiring in the Philippines Will Boost your Business
Struggling to find the right country? Hire skilled talent in the Philippines to unlock the Filipino Advantage for your business…
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Read more: AI in recruitment: Strategies, ethics and limitationsAI in recruitment: Strategies, ethics and limitations
Discover the current state of AI in recruitment, ethical considerations, and how to use it.
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Read more: 7 best practices when scheduling interviews for candidates7 best practices when scheduling interviews for candidates
Best practices to streamline the interview scheduling process and make a great impression.
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Read more: Forecasting AI use cases in HR for 2024Forecasting AI use cases in HR for 2024
AI in HR: From sci-fi to reality in 2024 and beyond… Published Updated 14 mins read Contents Smart leaders understand…
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Read more: How to support employees who are also carersHow to support employees who are also carers
There’s a growing need for businesses to be aware of the additional weight that affects carers in their team.
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Read more: Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa: What employers need to knowChanges to the Accredited Employer Work Visa: What employers need to know
The NZ Government has introduced a number of changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme.
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Read more: Candidate engagement: Strategies to improve your hiring processCandidate engagement: Strategies to improve your hiring process
Learn how businesses can build a positive candidate engagement experience.
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Read more: Employment Hero acquires Employment Innovations ahead of launching fully automated payroll solutionEmployment Hero acquires Employment Innovations ahead of launching fully automated payroll solution
Employment Hero acquires Employment Innovations ahead of launching fully automated payroll solution Published Updated 5 mins read Contents Employment Innovation’s…
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Read more: Employer’s guide to stress leave entitlements in New ZealandEmployer’s guide to stress leave entitlements in New Zealand
In our guide to stress leave and workplace stress, we’ll go over what stress leave can look like, what obligations…
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Read more: What your chronotype can teach you about your optimal work patternWhat your chronotype can teach you about your optimal work pattern
Chronotypes are human personality types that have everyone talking right now. Which type are you?
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Read more: SaaS data security: How to pick a safe and secure SaaS platformSaaS data security: How to pick a safe and secure SaaS platform
Ask these questions to ensure the SaaS platform you choose prioritises data security and protection.
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Read more: Product Update March 2024Product Update March 2024
Follow our March 2024 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the…
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Read more: From likes to hires: The role of social media in recruitmentFrom likes to hires: The role of social media in recruitment
Learn how to harness the power of social media in recruitment to attract top talent.
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Read more: Changes to the RSE Scheme: What seasonal employers need to knowChanges to the RSE Scheme: What seasonal employers need to know
Becoming a Recognised Seasonal Employer comes with its unique challenges. Here’s the latest updates.
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Read more: How to keep the human in Human Resources and payroll with AIHow to keep the human in Human Resources and payroll with AI
Discover how AI can complement human efforts in HR and enable teams to focus on the bigger picture.
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Read more: End of Financial Year: Your burning questions answered
End of Financial Year: Your burning questions answered
Get ready for 31 March as we answer the most frequently asked questions about EOFY.
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Read more: 5 strategies for implementing OKRs in hybrid work environments
5 strategies for implementing OKRs in hybrid work environments
Want to boost productivity, alignment, and success in your hybrid workplace? OKRs are the answer.
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Read more: Product Update February 2024Product Update February 2024
Follow our February 2024 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the…
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Read more: What are NZ business leaders thinking about in 2024?What are NZ business leaders thinking about in 2024?
From AI to evolving workplaces, find out what’s on the minds of New Zealand’s business leaders.
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Read more: How to save time on payroll through automated bulk bank paymentsHow to save time on payroll through automated bulk bank payments
Tired of tedious payroll tasks? Discover how automated bank payments can save you valuable time.
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Read more: Product Update January 2024Product Update January 2024
Follow our January 2024 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the…
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Read more: How to nurture professional development for payroll teamsHow to nurture professional development for payroll teams
We’re sharing our top tips for how you can nurture professional development for the payroll professionals in your team. Published…
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Read more: Payroll trends in 2024: What is the future of payroll?Payroll trends in 2024: What is the future of payroll?
From payroll automation with AI, to payroll data security – learn more about what’s in store.
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Read more: 7 things HR leaders can do to start 2024 strong7 things HR leaders can do to start 2024 strong
If you’re an HR leader, now is the perfect time to try something new in your company.
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Read more: 6 ways that Employment Hero helps manage health and safety in the workplace
6 ways that Employment Hero helps manage health and safety in the workplace
Learn how our suite of workforce management tools can help you maintain a safe workplace.
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Read more: Should you implement pre-employment social media screening?
Should you implement pre-employment social media screening?
Discover the pros and cons of using pre-employment social media screening when hiring candidates.
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Read more: 10 Kiwi leaders to follow on LinkedIn10 Kiwi leaders to follow on LinkedIn
Looking for inspiring leadership content? Discover the top Kiwi leaders to follow on Linkedin.
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Read more: Employee benefits administration: The key to staff satisfactionEmployee benefits administration: The key to staff satisfaction
Employee benefits administration can improve retention and tips to choose the right perks.
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Read more: Here’s to 2023 – Employment Hero’s biggest year yetHere’s to 2023 – Employment Hero’s biggest year yet
Discover 2023’s game-changers at Employment Hero: Superapp Swag, AI breakthroughs, and more.
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Read more: Time-to-hire: The key metric to measure hiring process efficiencyTime-to-hire: The key metric to measure hiring process efficiency
Learn what time-to-hire is, why you should track it, and how to hire fast and effectively.
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Read more: Should employers use psychometric tests in recruitment?Should employers use psychometric tests in recruitment?
Learn how psychometric tests work and how to implement them into your hiring process.
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Read more: How to give constructive interview feedback to candidatesHow to give constructive interview feedback to candidates
Learn how constructive interview feedback can create a better candidate experience.
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Read more: 8 ways to improve collaboration in the workplace
8 ways to improve collaboration in the workplace
Want to take workplace collaboration to the next level? Use these strategies to make a difference.
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Read more: Latest Product UpdateLatest Product Update
Follow our latest 2023 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the…
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Read more: Best payroll software in New Zealand: Top solutions for employersBest payroll software in New Zealand: Top solutions for employers
Discover the best payroll software in NZ. Compare features, pricing, and ROI to find the right solution for your business.
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