Managing leave can be complicated. The Holidays Act 2003, which governs New Zealand’s rules around leave, is one of the most complex pieces of employment legislation in New Zealand. It’s also the most commonly mishandled, costing businesses across the country millions in back pay. 

Employment Hero’s payroll platform is designed specifically to support New Zealand businesses through the challenges of the Holidays Act and leave management. Of course, it doesn’t replace professional advice, and compliance is ultimately the responsibility of the employer. But our payroll software sets structures, calculations and records in place to reduce a lot of challenging manual work.

Our guide will take you through exactly how Employment Hero supports leave management. Download the guide by filling in the form on the right. 

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