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The Importance of Getting it Right
Recent case law regarding performance management emphasizes the importance of managing risk.
Ensure Your Business Stays Compliant with New Zealand’s Employment Law.
Navigating HR compliance in New Zealand can be complex, with numerous laws and regulations governing employment practices. Here are some key areas of HR compliance:
Working across the ditch - the differences between New Zealand and Australian Employment Law
One of our frequently asked questions pertains to the differences between Australian (AU) and New Zealand (NZ) employment laws.
Having head offices in AU and employees in NZ can pose challenges if you are not familiar with the variations in employment legislation and the requirements of employing staff in these two countries.
While AU and NZ share many common principles, there are key differences that if overlooked, can lead to complications and real implications for offshore AU businesses.
We aim to break down these differences for those of you in this situation.
Fair Pay Agreements - what they mean for New Zealand Employers
Working its way through Parliament, bearing the innocuous title of the Fair Pay Agreements Bill is legislation set to change the way employers and employees agree terms of employment in New Zealand.
In reality it is a return to compulsory sector wide bargaining where parties who negotiate terms may have little or no connection with employers and employees who are affected.