Drake New Zealand

Today, we celebrate the incredible women shaping the future of work. At Drake New Zealand, we are proud to support businesses in building diverse, inclusive workplaces where women thrive. Shoutout to our fabulous team of women working behind the scenes at Drake who help create stronger teams, workplaces, and communities. Join us in recognizing the amazing women in your life and workplace! 💜 #IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay

Would you spot a recruitment scam if you saw one? 🤔 Fraudsters impersonating agencies like ours are on the rise, tricking job seekers into sharing personal info or even sending money. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself here: https://loom.ly/fy9njBY #JobScams #DrakeNewZealand #JobSearchTips

The adult minimum wage is set to rise from $23.15 to $23.50 per hour, effective April 1st 2025. It’s crucial to stay compliant and plan ahead. To prepare for these changes, here's our top tips: ✔️ Review Payroll & Budgets – Ensure wage increases are factored into financial planning. ✔️ Update Employee Contracts – Make sure agreements reflect the new rates. ✔️ Communicate with Staff – Keep employees informed about their pay adjustments. ✔️ Consider Pay Relativity – Evaluate how wage increases impact other salaries within your workforce. #MinimumWage

Congratulations to Chantelle Stewart on reaching an incredible 8th Drake-iversary with us! 🥳 As Client Relationship Manager at our Henderson branch, Chantelle has played a vital role in connecting people with the right opportunities and making a real difference in the lives of job seekers and businesses alike. Her passion, expertise, and commitment never go unnoticed! Chantelle, thank you for everything you do – we’re so lucky to have you on the team! 💙

Drake New Zealand is proud to announce our new partnership with Lane Neave, one of New Zealand's leading law firms! Through this partnership, our clients now have exclusive access to Lane Neave’s expert webinars and educational resources on employment law. To celebrate, Lane Neave is offering Drake clients 10% off employment law advice and 5% off all other legal services. As a full-service law firm, Lane Neave specialises in employment law, commercial property, resource management, banking and finance, litigation, immigration, building and construction, private client, and corporate law services. Together, we’re empowering businesses with the knowledge and support they need to navigate employment law with confidence. Terms and conditions apply: https://loom.ly/pczVv5E #Partnership

Shoutout to our Hamilton branch for going above and beyond to support our candidates! If you're looking for your next opportunity, our team is here to help. 🤝 #Recruitment

The latest stats are in and today it was announced that the unemployment rate has climbed to 5.1%, the highest since the September 2020 quarter when it was 5.3%. For job seekers, navigating a competitive market means focusing on skill development, networking, and being strategic with applications. We’re here to help guide candidates through this period with practical job-search advice. With more talent available, businesses have a unique opportunity to refine their hiring strategies and secure top candidates who may not have been on the market before. It's also a good time for companies to focus on retention strategies, ensuring their key employees stay engaged and supported through uncertain times. Source: Stats NZ https://loom.ly/1XSB4VI #UnemploymentRate #Recruitment

We're wishing our clients, candidates, and community a Happy Chinese New Year and joyful start to the Year of the Snake! 🐍 The Snake symbolises wisdom, intuition, and transformation. We hope this year brings you success, growth, and happiness. #ChineseNewYear #YearOfTheSnake #DrakeNewZealand

We pride ourselves on providing thoughtful, tailored solutions that truly make an impact. It’s moments like these that remind us why we do what we do! Shoutout to Odette Morris-Hill and Jo Walton for their superstar service ⭐

Whether you're looking to take the next step, switch industries, or re-enter the workforce in 2025, now’s a great time to start fresh and find a role you love. Check out our top tips to kickstart your job search: ✅ Refresh Your CV and LinkedIn Profile - Highlight your latest achievements and tailor your CV for each role. Additionally, your LinkedIn profile will be a powerful tool in 2025, so make sure it's polished with a professional photo and details of your experience. ✅ Set Clear Career Goals - Create a clear picture of what your ideal role, industry, and work-life balance looks like. Knowing what you want will help you focus your search. ✅ Prepare for Interviews - Research companies, practice key questions, and be prepared to discuss your experience and ask your own questions. ✅ Stay Positive and Resilient - Job hunting takes time and you should be prepared to face rejection during the process. Celebrate progress, learn from feedback, and keep improving your skills to stay competitive. ✅ Work with Recruitment Experts - Drake can connect you with roles that match your skills, ambitions, and lifestyle while offering advice on CVs, interviews, and career planning. Ready to start your journey? Our consultants at Drake are here to help you find the perfect fit for your next career move. #NewYearNewCareer #CareerGoals #JobSearchTips