The wellbeing of the workforce powering New Zealand’s economy matters more than ever, as a new report finds just how strained the workforce has become. By Julie Cressey of Telus
Thanks to the 24/7 connectivity of modern work life, it can feel like taking leave and being on leave are two different things. But, writes Kate Kearins, they shouldn’t be.
While there is a strong economic case for people having longer working lives, 80 percent of employers have no strategies in place to retain this older group of employees. But,
Beneath the excitement about AI, there are realities about risk, capability, and culture that businesses cannot ignore, writes Natassja Savidge, noting that if businesses treat AI as a replacement for
Proactively considering the pitfalls that can arise when a colleague simply can’t be in the office for a prolonged period, can help mitigate any issues before they come to a
Workers are most anxious about their financial wellbeing in 2025, with the lagging effect of inflation and the economy on their jobs weighing heavily on their minds, research by recruiter
Ask any employer about their current workforce tribulations and unabashedly, ‘entitlement’ raises its hand as probable cause, writes Roxanne Calder. If your mind has gone straight to Gen Z and
Used in the right way, AI augments payroll professionals, freeing them up to focus on talent and development instead of data drudgery. By Shannon Karaka, Country Lead for Deel in
While leaders are expected to guide organisations through AI adoption, many lack the experience or knowledge to do so confidently. Sarah Bills writes that that needs to change – and
‘In association with EMA’ By Paul Jarvie, EMA Manager of Employment Relations & Safety The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) plays a vital role in supporting New Zealand businesses to
‘In association with PCM Oceania’ By Andrea Naef, CEO PCM Oceania The hardest part of spaceflight was never the rocket. It was the crew. NASA knew that even the most
Compensation is integral to every employee’s relationship with their employer. The ability to clearly explain how your organisation determines pay is essential for employee engagement, retention, and trust.
‘Making a difference in people’s lives’ is not just a mantra at Datacom but sits at the core of New Zealand’s fourth largest technology company as it proudly celebrates 60
New Zealand workers want faster access to the wages they have earned and greater transparency about pay and deductions, according to new research from Deel. The global HR and payroll
Strategic Pay says its latest Directors’ Fees Survey has uncovered an unexpected trend in New Zealand’s private sector boardrooms: Women are earning more than their male counterparts, despite being significantly under-represented.
Should you outsource your organisation’s payroll or keep it in-house? Datacom details the factors you need to consider. Payroll is a mission-critical function, and making the right decision on how to manage it
Rather than announcing their retirement, employees at a certain age and stage are, instead, opting for ‘rewirement’ – even if they don’t use that word, writes Kate Kearins. Giving up
Employees believe a hybrid work arrangement has the most positive impact on enhancing their productivity, according to research by recruiter Robert Half. The firm says that when asked to outline
As the world becomes a more divided place and issues are increasingly polarising, is it ever okay to talk about politics at work? Workplace wellbeing expert, Dr Angela Lim, says
Discover which payroll solution aligns best with your business needs and strategic goals, Download the Datapay Infographic.
Fear about potential redundancies this year has made job security a paramount concern for workers, who now prioritise maintaining their employment over higher pay, research by recruiter Robert Half finds. The
Chartered accountant and experienced director Laurissa Cooney and Rabobank New Zealand CEO Todd Charteris have been appointed to the board of Rabobank New Zealand. The bank’s chair, Chris Black says
Shirley McLeod says she has an ability to ‘create structure out of chaos’. By Sonia Yee. Poneke Wellington-based Shirley McLeod MInstD was considering her next career steps just over a
A new report paints a very clear picture: Leadership isolation is real and it isn’t just a personal issue, it’s an organisational risk. By Darren Levy. Ever feel like leadership
Ongoing skills shortages in Australia and New Zealand are negatively impacting organisational performance, the economy and global competitiveness. In response, 86% of hiring managers are shifting towards skills-based hiring, says
The top three things New Zealand workers want to get from their job in 2025 are more money (62%), flexible work hours (36%) and more benefits (36%), according to new
First impressions matter and employees’ early experiences heavily influence staff retention, productivity, and overall success. Shannon Karaka outlines eight actions to help improve remote employee onboarding in your organisation. A
New research is seen as the tip of the iceberg in exploring how the employment of disabled people could be improved, particularly within the construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, engineering and logistics
A new poll looks at whether the challenging employment market is driving an increase in dry promotions – when a worker receives a new job title or additional responsibilities without
There are four simple things that make a real difference to how people from all backgrounds perform as a team – feeling welcomed, feeling valued, feeling included and feeling connected,
In the current economic climate many employees are worried about their income and job security which can fuel workplace anxiety that leads to wellbeing and productivity issues. Sarah Bills writes that
There’s still a long way to go in changing the way that workplaces respond, recognise, and adapt to the needs of the disabled workforce and one of the most important
There are two key strategies that will impact productivity: task focused interventions and people focused interventions. By Neil McGregor. Productivity generally refers to the measure of efficiency in converting inputs
Almost half of New Zealand employees have already worked, or would consider working, remotely from a holiday destination without telling their employer, according to new research by recruitment company Robert
Virtual meetings are regularly interrupting professionals’ ‘actual working time’ and distracting them from the work at hand, new research from recruitment company Robert Walters has found. The research, which surveyed
Rabobank’s 520-plus New Zealand employees work from 27 locations – places like Ashburton, Pukekohe and Feilding and from a purpose-built head office in Hamilton. Its employees are proud of the
If you’re aiming to take the number one leadership role in your organisation, new data around what makes a ‘bad boss’, should inform you of exactly what not to do
Ninety percent of professionals would consider looking for a new role, if their employer was to ask them to increase their in-office days, according to a recent survey conducted by
New employees don’t know what they don’t know. Helena Cooper-Thomas offers ideas on how organisations can help their new people get up to speed quickly. How can you help your
In the next few weeks The Remuneration Authority will deliver its independent report on MPs’ pay. There has been no movement in MP salaries since 2017 and, writes John McGill,
Four out of five businesses across New Zealand offered flexible working hours to their employees in 2023, according to data released by Stats NZ. The organisation says that the offer
Projected salary increases are looking a lot lower than they have been in the last 18-24 months, writes Cathy Hendry. The trading conditions for most organisations in 2023 were tough.
Workers are prioritising equity and flexibility, as career progression takes a back seat, according to a new global report. Randstad’s latest Workmonitor report, which surveyed 27,000 workers in 34 markets
The 2024 Diversity Awards NZ will include a new Respectful Culture category.
Advisory firm, Grant Thornton is trialling a nine-day fortnight in what it believes to be a first for the professional services industry in New Zealand. A statement from the company
For many neurodivergent people, the recruitment process is so unaligned with the individual’s skill set (and those required for the job), that they cannot even get their foot in the
A combined 69% of companies anticipate increasing their hiring needs in 2024, a recent Randstad survey has found. By Richard Kennedy. As we reflect on the past 12 months, a
How do you retain and empower your existing talent? Strategic Pay has some answers.
A new survey has revealed the challenges of increased sick leave for businesses in New Zealand. New Zealand’s increased sick leave entitlements are giving businesses new issues to balance, with
While workplace conflict is increasing, the solution could lie in understanding and nurturing the unique strengths and needs of high-performing employees, says Simone Ellen Keller. A more polarised society and
New Zealand’s employers are being urged to be less clinical in their hiring practices as, increasingly, candidates report that job interviews seem to be turning into a checklist exercise. Kathryn
Is the sound of conversation the optimal noise level for office workers? Stewart Forsyth goes in search of that elusive sweet spot. Office reluctance is an issue across the post-pandemic
Forward-thinking business owners and leaders now have a must-read roadmap to help them create true workplace wellbeing and see their people thrive. Thriving Leaders, Thriving Teams by award-winning wellness specialist and
Making gender pay gap reporting mandatory for employers with more than 250 employees is the right move and a robust framework and methodology will drive better social and economic outcomes,
Some 77 percent of employees are placing increased importance on manager support, but simultaneously managers have 51 percent more responsibilities than they can effectively manage, a Gartner HR survey has
In a financial year where many organisations are likely to be facing tougher trading conditions or slower growth, budgeting for high wage growth is likely to be quite a challenge.
Some 40 percent of survey respondents believe the four-day work week could become a reality within the next five years and a further 21 percent think it will take up
The serious ongoing digital skills shortage will continue to impact all parts of the economy unless Aotearoa gets better at investing in the future and musters more students into tech
Board directors working in the not-for-profit sector would be wise to hone up on new legislation coming into force. By Cathy Parker. A majority of directors probably currently serve, or
High salary offers made to new staff in 2022 are now fuelling pay equity concerns for tenured employees, who could pay a price for their loyalty, according to a recruitment
Less than one-third of employees feel they are paid fairly, while just 34 percent of employees believe their pay is equitable, according to a survey by Gartner. A Gartner survey
In order to stand out from the crowd and attract a wider range of employees, companies that consider which demographic and type of workforce they are aiming to recruit, and
A declining working population and rising costs to hire and retain employees will force firms in Asia Pacific to invest more in automation. Global research firm Forrester is forecasting
The rapidly changing economic environment over the past few years has driven organisations to rethink their remuneration strategies to better attract, retain and incentivise employees. During the first year of
Unwavering focus, superior analytical ability and mathematical talent are just some of the untapped skills neurodivergent people can bring to workplaces, according to a recent report. Dr Dana L. Ott,
As employees continue to embrace working from home, Cathy Hendry suspects there will be more developments and initiatives to encourage workers back to the office. With employees embracing working from
Kate Kearins delves into how leaders can support colleagues to approach their work from home days more effectively. Before the pandemic, work-from-home was largely considered either an ideal or an
If our jobs define us, who are you after you retire, asks Cathy Parker. And how can leaders hold onto these valuable employees? One of my close contacts posed a
Datacom has undertaken a major project examining mindsets, macro trends and industry pressures. Drawing on extensive international and local research and the experiences of its customers, the company is proposing
WorldatWork, a global non-profit organisation for ‘Total Rewards’ professionals which was established in 1955, is expanding its presence in New Zealand and the South Pacific region with a new strategic
New AUT research shows half of Kiwi employees are suffering at least a moderate level of anxiety about returning to the workplace. Dubbed “office anxiety”, the phenomenon describes fear of catching
2022 marks the 30th year of the annual publication of this survey, making it the longest running Directors’ Fees survey in New Zealand. We are thrilled to have reached this
We have been undertaking pay gap analysis for our clients for many years to help them identify whether they have a gap, where the key problems are if there is
Don Young explores the paradox of recent low market movements against the response to the Great Resignation and other attraction/retention issues that many organisations are facing in New Zealand. It’s the
If we are to fully embrace working remotely, the reasons for returning to the office shift from being a place to simply get work done to being a place to
New AUT research shows that, as another pandemic year comes to an end, the risk of being burnt out at work is soaring. AUT’s Wellbeing@Work study, led by AUT Business
New Zealand’s largest general insurer, IAG (which encompasses insurers AMI, State, NZI, NAC, Lumley and Lantern) has introduced a range of new Covid-19 health and safety measures “to help protect
Strategic Pay partners with MindTheGap in push for greater pay gap transparency Leading remuneration specialists, Strategic Pay, have welcomed the launch of MindTheGap – a new initiative which calls on
‘No jab, no job’ is a hot topic in the current climate. Here, Sherridan Cook and Gabrielle Lintott discuss what employers can, and can’t, do with regard to mandating employees
A team at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology in Tauranga is currently conducting a study into remote working and company culture, writes Anne Bradley. Remote working is the new buzz-term
In a survey released at the beginning of this year, only 20 percent of managers felt like they were up to the job of leading a hybrid team i.e. one
One of West Auckland’s largest employers, the Trusts, has brought forward plans to move its entire workforce to a living wage by almost two years. A statement from the organisation
Strategic Pay’s analysis shows that there is an overall gender pay gap of 18.5% in New Zealand. More than ever before, it is imperative that organisations examine the gender pay gap
A lot can happen in 12 months.A year ago New Zealand, and the rest of the world, was reeling not just from the impact of an international pandemic, but also from the
With a talent-short market, you want to avoid at all costs the need to replace any current employees tempted to move on to another role. By Cathy Hendry. The Seek NZ
New employer brand research finds that for the first time in 10 years, employees are no longer motivated by money as their top priority. By Katherine Swan. Covid had a
Overtime increased in 29 percent of organisations in New Zealand over the past 12 months, with 51 percent of staff unpaid for their extra hours, according to a study. Recruitment
Thirty nine percent of New Zealand employees plan to look for a new job in the next 12 months, according to recruitment company Hays. Based on findings in the
Strategic Pay recently asked a range of New Zealand organisations how transparent they were with their employees about pay. Nearly three quarters said their employees have some access to pay
As New Zealand moves back to some sort of normality, leaders should be thinking of their workplace strategy now, ahead of any leases expiring,
Diversity should not be something left purely for an internal diversity group. Maybe you should ask the question: what have you done recently to show your support for your diverse
Burnout appears to be a growing phenomenon which leaders are increasingly aware they need to address, not just for their employees’ well-being but for their own well-being too. As a
A year on from the first Covid-induced national lockdown and it appears we are working more hours for less money, according to a Twitter poll held by recruitment agency, Frog
With the number of Covid-19 infections increasing globally, migrants living and working in New Zealand need increased support from their employers as they deal with heightened fear, distress and guilt
Christine Whelan, Senior Consultant at Strategic Pay examines the debate around salary increases being based on CPI and why this may not be the best idea. Let’s forget for a
One of the benefits of diversity is that it helps avoid a monoculture. Diverse people will bring their diverse backgrounds and life experiences into their work thinking and decision-making. By
With more senior level expats returning home and fewer Kiwis heading overseas for work, what effect is this having on younger executives wanting to climb the corporate ladder? Adam
At a time of economic downturn, employees look to the company’s leaders and HR team to provide guidance and support to keep the business operational. During a recession, organisations should
Companies have now seen that the previous concerns they had around employees working from home, and the need for present-ism, were largely overblown and that productivity was often higher at
A global study found that the most inclusive working environments for access employees achieved an average of 28 percent higher revenues …
