Randstad stories
New Zealand workers value training as job competition intensifies
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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clean technologies
Most Kiwis value training and development highly, with 75% seeing it as essential amid a tight job market and rising demand for future-ready skills.
Sense of community boosts workplace performance in NZ
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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productivity
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randstad
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work-life balance
A recent Randstad report reveals that 87% of New Zealand employees perform better when they feel a sense of community, highlighting its role in workplace wellbeing.
Exclusive: New Randstad NZ director aims to tackle recruitment challenges
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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ai
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recruitment
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randstad
Sarah Bills, the new Randstad NZ director, aims to confront recruitment challenges amid economic shifts and a growing focus on diversity in the sector.
2024: The top 10 professional services firms (revenue + margins)
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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power / energy
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schneider electric
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fujitsu
The top 10 global professional service firms of 2024 make significant contributions to the $6.02 trillion industry, driving revenue and operating margins.
Why leading ICT employers use incentives for talent retention
Tue, 12th Sep 2023
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hcm
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randstad
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it professionals
During these challenging times, employers must continue enhancing the employee experience and developing a strong employer brand.
NZ's digital skills shortage reaches crisis point: How to attract and retain talent during tough times
Thu, 12th Aug 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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randstad
The relationship between employers and employees has become more nuanced and driven by a desire for a healthy lifestyle beyond work.
Employee experience critical in return to 'new normal', study shows
Fri, 11th Sep 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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randstad
Aucklanders need a disciplined return to work to aid New Zealand's economic recovery, says HR specialist Randstad. 85% of employers aim to boost productivity.
Kiwis embrace age-diverse workforces, but communication needs work
Wed, 22nd Aug 2018
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digital transformation
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chorus
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randstad
New Zealand businesses may benefit from a workforce of 55+ year olds, as research suggests age diversity improves innovation and customer relations.
The future of automation in the workplace: increasing productivity and the emergence of New Collar workers
Tue, 11th Apr 2017
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it automation
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randstad
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opinion
Automation is happening, whether we like it or not. And understandably, both employees and employers are fearful about the changes it will bring.
Kiwis' digital skills lacking – are we becoming unemployable?
Mon, 20th Feb 2017
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it automation
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randstad
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skills shortage
A new report reveals 50% of Kiwis admit they need to up their digital skills to guarantee their spot in the future workforce.
Face-to-face still important amongst all the tech, survey finds
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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digital transformation
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randstad
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travel
Kiwis prioritize face-to-face interactions in the workplace despite the increasing impact of technology, according to a survey by Randstad.
NZ IT sector looking good for recruitment
Wed, 13th May 2015
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edutech
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uc
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recruitment
New Zealand IT sector. which has historically struggled to recruit top talent, is in good shape to recruit new employees.
IT and telecommunications' 'attractiveness' surges
Wed, 6th May 2015
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recruitment
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randstad
IT and telecommunications now rated as the third most attractive sector for employment, putting the sector in a good position for recruiting talent.