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Kiwi employees increasingly unsatisfied at work
Human Capital Management

Kiwi employees increasingly unsatisfied at work

One in three New Zealanders are planning to change jobs this year due to a lack of promotional opportunities and challenges, according to new research by Hays.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2019
How to successfully ask for a pay rise - Hays
Human Capital Management

How to successfully ask for a pay rise - Hays

With 56% of Kiwis prioritising a pay rise this year, Hays reveals key steps to successfully request a salary increase, backed by substantial evidence.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 28th May 2019
Bias & discrimination stunting career progression, claim employees
Hays

Bias & discrimination stunting career progression, claim employees

If you feel like you've been held back from career progression because of discrimination, you are not alone according to a report from recruiting firm Hays.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Feb 2019
Feeling fatigued? Getting out of the office for lunch could be the answer
Hays

Feeling fatigued? Getting out of the office for lunch could be the answer

Do you make a point to take your lunch break in full most workdays? You might be one of only 28% of New Zealanders who actually make the most of it.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Oct 2018
The tech talent drought: Cloud engineers & agile project managers in demand
DevOps

The tech talent drought: Cloud engineers & agile project managers in demand

IT professionals in high demand as number of applicants for roles declines, according to Hays Quarterly Report. @HaysNews #ITjobs.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2017

Global Stories

Increasing talent shortage in ANZ cybersecurity market
Cybersecurity

Increasing talent shortage in ANZ cybersecurity market

As cybersecurity threats grow, ANZ faces a critical talent shortage, with 61% finding it difficult to recruit skilled professionals, Hays reports.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2019
Why middle management needs a rebrand - Hays
Human Capital Management

Why middle management needs a rebrand - Hays

Middle managers are often undervalued, but Hays argues they are crucial to an organisation's success through honest career development and empowerment.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2019
Which tech trends will influence the 2019 job market
DevOps

Which tech trends will influence the 2019 job market

From AI and machine learning to blockchain and data science, six tech trends are set to govern IT skills in demand this year.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Mar 2019
How innovation links to talent attraction and staff retention
Hays

How innovation links to talent attraction and staff retention

Half of ANZ's bosses have their heads in the sand when it comes to understanding the business and innovation benefits of diversity and inclusion.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Feb 2019
So you want to keep tech talent in your business
Hays

So you want to keep tech talent in your business

So you want to keep your tech talent, but you're not sure what they need to stay put  – is salary the biggest factor?.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Nov 2018
Explained: Reverse mentoring and how you can make it work
Education, Learning & Training

Explained: Reverse mentoring and how you can make it work

Reverse mentoring flips traditional roles by having younger employees mentor senior colleagues. Success hinges on openness and a safe environment.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2018
Opportunity growth in mobility as importance of flexibility rockets
Deloitte

Opportunity growth in mobility as importance of flexibility rockets

According to a survey by Hays Recruitment, 89% of employers and 96% of professionals say flexibility is an area worth thinking about.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2018
Algorithm-friendly C.Vs & data analytics: How recruitment is expected to change in 2018
Data Analytics

Algorithm-friendly C.Vs & data analytics: How recruitment is expected to change in 2018

Unless you are a contract or temporary worker - do not change jobs too frequently as turnover can be factored into the criteria AI screens for.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Chatbots and AI are the future of your job
Unified Communications

Chatbots and AI are the future of your job

AI and chatbots to revolutionise the workplace, with Hays predicting a surge in digital assistance across jobs.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Nov 2017
The inevitability of AI: How to prepare for jobs that don't exist yet
Robotics

The inevitability of AI: How to prepare for jobs that don't exist yet

Preparing for jobs of the future means focusing on soft skills, staying curious, upskilling, and finding an innovative employer, says Hays.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Automation beginning to impact Aussie workforce
IT Automation

Automation beginning to impact Aussie workforce

18% of those surveyed said automation has already impacted their job 'significantly', with their duties changing or their role becoming redundant.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Feb 2019
Following Facebook's lead: Males fear taking parental leave - here's why
Facebook

Following Facebook's lead: Males fear taking parental leave - here's why

54% of Australian men skip full parental leave fearing financial impact, with 34% worried about job commitment perceptions, a Hays survey finds.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Oct 2017