Businesses
Product Update: January 2026
Welcome to the January 2026 product update from the Employment Hero team. We’ve got lots to share around Custom Forms, the EH Work App, Recruitment and more. Contents We’re here to make employment easier for everyone. If you aren’t on the Employment Hero platform and want to learn more, you can book a free demo […]
What to include in casual employment agreements
Use our NZ casual contract checklist to vet your current employment agreements. Free, practical and designed for HR teams and business owners.
Payroll budgeting guide for New Zealand employers
Learn how to create a payroll budget with our clear NZ guide. Explore techniques, and tips to plan with confidence. Download our guide & checklist.
Guide: How to run an effective End of Financial Year review
Get ready for the end of financial year with this guide to running an effective EOFY review.
How to create a team charter: Template and guide
Create high-performing teams effortlessly with our essential team charter template. Discover practical steps and tips to enhance collaboration.
7 Ways Employment Hero Can Help You Retain Top Talent
Contents Retaining top talent in 2026 is about more than providing a positive workplace culture; employees are looking for jobs where they feel genuinely seen, heard, and invested in. They want growth opportunities, but also to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Offering all this isn’t always easy, but the cost of not offering it could […]
Building an employee upskilling program: Training program template
Learn how to design a successful employee upskilling program in NZ. Build skills, boost retention, and future-proof your workforce with our expert guide.
What you need to know about the 2026 minimum wage increase
The minimum wage rate increase on 1 April 2026 applies to many Kiwi employers. We’ve compiled all the information you need to know in our guide.
An employer’s guide to the 1 April KiwiSaver changes
KiwiSaver is changing in April 2026. Get the lowdown on the new employer contribution rates and how to stay ahead of these changes.
Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) template & guide [free download]
Learn how to create a performance improvement plan and download our free NZ template. Includes steps and best practices for employers.
How to create a strong recognition program for employees
Learn how to build a recognition program that boosts employee engagement, retention and culture in New Zealand workplaces. Step-by-step guide, key elements and real examples.
Employee handbook template and guide
Create a compliant employee handbook with our practical guide and downloadable template for HR professionals in NZ.
How to prevent employee burnout: a practical guide for New Zealand workplaces
Discover how to prevent employee burnout in NZ workplaces with proven strategies, legal guidance, and practical HR frameworks.
How Employment Hero reeled in HR efficiencies for Fiordland Lobster Company
Discover how Fiordland Lobster Company cut admin time by 50% to focus on what they do best – delivering world-class lobster.
Recruitment screening template and best practices guide
Download our free recruitment screening template and learn how to improve your applicant and candidate screening process to hire smarter in NZ.

