The job market continues to look favourable for candidates. The market has been candidate-short for almost a year now, with clients having to reassess their recruitment strategies and benefit packages in order to attract the right talent. Despite the latest Covid-19 outbreak, this need for high-calibre candidates hasn’t disappeared, and a large amount of job opportunities remain across the board.

It can be a challenge navigating job hunting when there’s so much uncertainty in the air, but our recruitment experts are reassuring candidates not to worry. As a nation, this has been our reality for the past two years — zoom interviews, video conferencing, and everything being accessible online. Both our team and our clients are equipped to carry out the recruitment process no matter the external factors, so be prepared to be inducted from home. We want to give you the confidence that there are a lot of opportunities out there and that it’s really up to you — you have to just go for it!

Retention strategies have been a big topic of conversation for us with our clients, and the bottom line is this: if you’re a good candidate and you’re not being treated well in your current role, you need to come and talk to us. We’re seeing clients offer some very attractive packages to encourage both recruitment and retention, so it’s in your best interest to explore other opportunities if you’re not happy. Last year we saw candidates hold a lot of power when it came to negotiating their contracts in new roles — now, clients and candidates are more so working together when it comes to these conversations, but candidates still definitely have a choice. Have a think about what you want in your next role — more flexibility? Friday’s off? To finish at 2.30pm each day for school pick up? Your chances of being successful in those negotiations are high, and our recruitment consultants are happy to have those conversations for you if it would make you feel more comfortable. 

As always, One Eighty’s team of recruitment experts are here to support you. We pride ourselves on our consultative service — our priority is finding you the right role, not just any role. With lots of opportunities currently out there, we encourage you to take the leap and give something new a go. Have a chat with us and we’ll go from there — hello@oneeighty.co.nz or 04 472 6414.