Businesses
Hiring in the Age of AI
Explore how businesses are using AI to recruit faster. Watch a live demo, gain practical insights and hear how Urban Rest streamlined hiring.
How Pivotel cut candidate screening time by 67% with AI Recruitment Agent
Employment Hero’s Recruitment Agent reduced the total time spent per candidate from roughly one and a half hours down to about 30 minutes.
AI training at work: who’s responsible, you or your staff?
Kiwi workers uniquely expect employers to lead AI training. Here is why the responsibility sits with you, plus a 90-day plan to act on it.
AI guilt at work: the hidden productivity drag nobody’s talking about
More than a third of NZ workers feel guilty using AI well. That guilt quietly drags on output. Here is how it costs you and how to fix it.
How Urban Rest hired 4 people from 1,300 applicants with the AI Recruitment Agent
See how Urban Rest used Employment Hero’s AI Recruitment Agent to screen 1,300 applicants and hire 4 great candidates, saving 5-10 hours. Read the case study.
The NZ SME AI gap: why Kiwi businesses are behind Australia and what to do about it
New Zealand workers are the most AI-ready of any market, yet Kiwi SMEs trail Australia on adoption. Here is why and what to do about it.
The New Zealand AI Paradox: How Workers Really Feel
Kiwi workers are optimistic about AI, yet 38% think using it feels like “cheating”. We explore that complicated picture.
A guide to seasonal employee rights and agreements
Our guide walks New Zealand employers through every aspect of seasonal employment, from drafting agreements to managing fixed-term contracts.
An NZ employer’s guide to PEO risk management
HR compliance and payroll risks can cost NZ businesses dearly. Discover how a PEO reduces risk, cuts costs and supports business growth. Read the guide.
Tradies’ guide to New Zealand Payroll
A practical guide to payroll for tradies. Learn how to manage wages and compliance to keep your business running smoothly.
Employer Of Record risks
Learn the key employer of record risks businesses should consider before choosing a provider.
Employer of Record pricing: How much does an EOR cost in 2026?
Wondering what an EOR actually costs in 2026? Break down Employer of Record pricing models, average fees and what to watch out for before you sign.
What is outsourced employment? A practical guide
Understand how outsourced employment works, what it means for employers and how models like PEO and EOR can help you hire and manage staff.
The pros and cons of using an Employer of Record (EOR)
Weighing up an EOR? Explore the key pros and cons of Employer of Record services, and find out if it’s the right fit for your business.
KiwiSaver enrolment is now part of our onboarding
Employment Hero now includes a KiwiSaver enrolment step as part of the standard onboarding workflow for New Zealand businesses. New employees can choose their contribution rate and sign their declaration without leaving the platform.

