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Employer-sourced international recruitment: Hiring a candidate you’ve found in the Philippines
You’ve already chosen a Filipino worker you’d like to bring to New Zealand. From here, the process still needs to be treated like any other overseas hire, even though you…
Top tips for offshore recruitment: What NZ employers often miss
Hiring from overseas is a great way to solve difficult staffing challenges, but there’s more to it than getting the paperwork right.
The case for hiring from the Philippines in NZ’s hardest-to-fill trades
With ten key trades added to New Zealand’s Green List from August 2025, now is a good time to consider what makes Filipino workers such a strong option for employers…
Why more NZ businesses are hiring offshore — and how to know if it’s right for you
Facing staffing pressure or planning for growth? Here’s why offshore recruitment is gaining ground in New Zealand — and how to assess whether it’s the right move for your business.
Protect yourself from recruitment scams
Contents Instances of reported job scams and fraud have been increasing in the recruitment sector. Scammers are impersonating recruiters, including RecruitNZ, and offering fake job opportunities to unsuspecting individuals and…
People Inc Group and RecruitNZ strengthen relationship with Migrant Workers Office (MWO)
In September, People Inc Group and RecruitNZ had the privilege of meeting with Angel Borja, the Labour Attache for the Migrant Workers Office (MWO). Our relationship with Angel and the…
English language requirements for New Zealand visa applications
For many New Zealand visa categories, demonstrating proficiency in English is not just beneficial – it’s a requirement. Whether you’re an employer seeking to hire skilled workers from overseas or…
Contract Authentication: Tips for employers of Filipino workers
This article has been updated. It was originally published August 15, 2023. Contents As the 2024 Christmas season approaches, many of your Filipino workers may be looking forward to visiting…