We are often asked: ‘How is applying for jobs different in New Zealand and what do I need to do to succeed?’
The key to your successful job search in New Zealand is to put your best foot forward right from the start.
You may only have one chance to get it right when tageting your perfect role.
The first step of your targeted job hunt is to develop your job search skills and to learn what works in New Zealand.
Working with our Job Search Consultants well ahead of sending out your resumes and job applications will make you a competitive candidate that will impress New Zealand employers.
New Zealand has a population of five million and there are around 530,000 small businesses with 20 or less employees, representing 97% of all companies.
This is significant, as small companies tend to manage their own recruitment process and prefer to employ people who are already known to them in some way.
In addition, many jobs aren’t formally advertised but are spread through word of mouth, this is what we call the Hidden Job Market.
In order for a newcomer or overseas-based applicant to compete effectively in this environment, gaining access to the Hidden Job Market is crucial.
This is where networking comes into play.
Keep in mind that asking for a job referral isn’t the purpose of networking.
Networking takes time, and it’s important to make genuine connections:
The effort you put into this will improve your chances of landing the right job, especially considering our connected population and the number of small companies
"A job search strategy that includes networking is vital to landing that New Zealand job.
So if you’re tempted to send off multiple job applications, take a step back.
Instead, spend some time getting to know the main players in your industry. Then make your move."
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