Recruiting the right person is only half the battle
In my experience of recruiting it is absolutely essential to have a thorough and robust recruitment process.
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I aim to share short, informative posts on current developments and ideas in the HR space that are of practical use to employers and employees alike!
I want to make sure you always know what is happening in the world of human resources. Here I provide you with latest news and updates from Essential HR, as I identify them. This includes my own analyses, summaries of key legal developments month by month, and useful tips for your organisation.
Immigration Law Changes
Changes to Immigration law are expected to be in place by 1 July; all of which should make those of you involved in hiring staff on work visas a little…
Employing Casual staff or students over the holiday period?
This is the time of year when many employers take on a student or two or additional casual staff to cover those taking leave.
When does a job offer become a contract? When it’s accepted!
But determining that can be a challenge.
Employing Skilled Workers
The official unemployment rate in Canterbury is now only 3. 3% according to Statistics New Zealand – this is considered to be “full employment”.
Be careful not to discriminate when recruiting!
The Human Rights Review Tribunal (HRRT) has ordered an employer to release confidential information to an unsuccessful job applicant to help assess whether he was discriminated against on the basis…