Resources

Learn what to include in an independent contractor agreement NZ. Cover key clauses, tax, IP, and legal tips to protect your business.

Discover how Te Pā, a purpose-driven organisation supporting reintegration after prison or deportation, transformed its HR & payroll systems with Employment Hero.

Learn how to confidently discuss salary expectations in NZ job interviews. Use these expert tips to research, respond, and negotiate effectively.

Discover the origin and evolution of the cover letter—from Da Vinci to AI tools. Learn if cover letters are still worth writing today.

Discover the best AI tools to fast-track your job hunt—from resume building to interview prep. Learn how to work smarter with AI.

Learn how to write a standout cover letter. Discover tips, examples, and templates to help you land your next job.

Find out how this payroll service for nannies and parents cut ‘payroll time in half’ and ‘saved thousands of dollars by avoiding reconciliation mistakes’.

Avoid common job search mistakes in New Zealand. Learn how to tailor your CV, prepare for interviews, and stand out in a competitive, network-driven market.

Want to land a remote job in NZ? Discover how to write a standout CV for remote roles. Follow our expert tips to impress remote-first employers.

Discover the top culture fit interview questions to ask NZ employers. Align your next job with your values – start asking the right questions today.

Halfway through the year? Reflect and refocus with a mid-year career review. Use our expert tips to realign your goals and stay on track in your career.

Want to write a standout CV? Discover expert-backed do’s and don’ts to impress New Zealand employers and boost your job hunt success.

Find out how Nelson Airport replaced paper-based HR systems with Employment Hero’s all-in-one platform, streamlining payroll, onboarding, rostering, and recruitment.

Heading to an interview in NZ? Prep with 15 common questions and model answers. Ace your next job opportunity with confidence.

We’ll unpack the financial stress facing Kiwi workers – and what HR teams can do to support staff, boost retention, and build a more resilient workforce.

Explore effective candidate sourcing strategies for NZ employers to strengthen your recruitment pipeline and attract top talent.

Save time during your hiring process and automate key components with these easy AI prompts.

Find out why this field marketing giant has trusted Employment Hero with their HR and payroll for more than 12 years.

Looking to hire your perfect match? The way you pitch your open role can be the difference between landing or losing top talent.

Learn to move beyond “tick-the-box” reviews and build a process that drives real impact for your people and your bottom line.

Hiring top talent is one of the most powerful ways to grow your business. Every great hire is an opportunity to scale faster, strengthen your culture, and shape the future success of your business.

Follow our June 2025 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the last month. Read more here.

Discover how this Kiwi security service provider slashed their payroll processing time from 3 days to 3 hours.

When you’re faced with hundreds of CVs, how do you spot the needle in the haystack? It’s a daunting task – but with the right approach, you’ll be able to nail the shortlisting process in no time. Let’s look at how.

Thinking of ways to lift your team’s spirits? Before you hit ‘Order again’ on that next batch of cheese scones, here’s something you should consider.

How New Zealand-based IT consultancy Spectrum Consulting swapped chaos for clarity in HR and payroll.

Hiring for a customer service role? These 10 interview questions will help you find the right person for the job.

The casual approach to hiring is costing you – find out how to snap out of it.

Learn how to stay compliant when finding talent, interviewing candidates, and onboarding new employees into your business.

This guide helps business owners and hiring managers solve recruitment challenges and attract top talent – even on a budget.

Seek is ending Employment Hero’s API access. Read about what we’re doing and how we are building a faster and easier hiring future without the cost.

Discover how Behemoth Brewing streamlined HR, payroll, and compliance with Employment Hero, empowering staff and fueling growth.

With Employment Hero, Tū Ora Compass Health moved from disconnected systems to an integrated platform that boosts efficiency and compliance.

If you run a business with under 10 staff, this onboarding checklist will help you get the most out of new hires – without the overwhelm.

Follow our May 2025 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the last month. Read more here.

“You won’t know yourself after the switch — it’s like a weight’s been lifted,” says Jane Oldham, People Manager at Greenlight Insurance.

Learn how Pets in the City saved $3K/month and streamlined payroll with Employment Hero, enabling franchise growth and a better employee experience.

Think payroll mistakes don’t matter? For businesses with under 10 staff, even small slip-ups can lead to fines of up to $40K. Find out how to avoid costly payroll mistakes with our payroll checklist for small Kiwi businesses.

‘Find out how this Kiwi drainage company cut down their payroll processing time from a couple of hours to a few minutes a week

Find out how this Kiwi drainage company cut down their payroll processing time from a couple of hours to a few minutes a week’.

Follow our April 2025 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the last month. Read more here.

“If you’re a game dev, or any small business, trying to figure out HR on your own, don’t. Just use Employment Hero. It makes employing people so much easier.”

Growing a business is exciting – but if you’re hiring in New Zealand, it’s easier than you think to miss a legal obligation. Not knowing employer obligations, or hiring the wrong type of worker, could expose your business to personal grievance claims, audits, or penalties.

See how Freerange scaled their HR consultancy services as an Employment Hero partner.

Discover what NZ Budget 2025 means for small and medium-sized businesses. Learn about new tax incentives, KiwiSaver changes, and more.

Follow our March 2025 product update as we share all of the latest and greatest features we’ve released over the last month. Read more here.

Keteriki Limited, the operator of the Bay of Islands Vintage Railway, is not your average organisation. Combining the stewardship of a historical landmark with the needs of a modern tourism experience, Keteriki operates the Far North’s vintage railway that travels through the main street of the Kawakawa township, the Railway Café, and the continued restoration of the government-supported restoration project of the Kawakawa to Opua Rail Corridor and the Minerva steam boat.

By automating administrative tasks, Employment Hero has freed up time for TMNZ’s HR to focus on more meaningful work, such as supporting leadership, refining company culture, and improving workforce planning

Founded in  Palmerston North, New Zealand, Semtex Plumbing is a family-owned business with roots that run deep, both in the local community and in the underground infrastructure they service. What began a decade ago as a one-man operation has since grown into a thriving team of over 40 staff, delivering high-quality plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying services across the greater Manawatu, Horowhenua and Wellington regions. 

Waterware is a trusted New Zealand-based importer and wholesaler of premium bathroomware, plumbing supplies, and radiant heating and cooling systems. Working with various professionals from commercial builders and plumbing merchants to architects and consultants, they’ve spent over 30 years establishing a reputation for precision and innovation in the building supplies sector.