by Gary Bloxham | Jan 14, 2026 | Banking, Career Goals, Careers in Australia, Commercial Insurance Broker, Emotional Intelligence, FInancial Services, Insurance, Jobs, Kiwi Returners, People, Recruitment, Risk & Compliance, Risk and Compliance, Workplace Culture
Lately I’ve been doing some personal research into the psychology behind how we make hiring decisions. It started as curiosity, wanting to understand why some candidates just feel right and others don’t, but the deeper I go, the more I realise how much our instincts...
by Emily de Rooy | Nov 25, 2025 | Accountancy, Audit, Australia, CA jobs, Careers in Australia, Jobs, Kiwi Returners, New Zealand, Recruitment
As 2025 ends, I’ve reflected on hundreds of conversations with accountants across New Zealand. From juniors starting their careers to senior leaders shaping teams, one message is clear. Accountants are no longer just chasing jobs. They want a role that fits their...
by Ben Holloway | Nov 17, 2025 | Legal, Legal Jobs, Recruitment
I started my working life as a plasterer in the UK. I left school, learned the trade and spent years plastering walls before moving to Australia and then New Zealand. These days, I help lawyers with their job search rather than repair ceilings, but those old...
by Natasha Toehemotu | Nov 12, 2025 | Accountancy, Audit, CA jobs, Recruitment
In 2025, I’ve seen a record number of candidates resign without securing their next role, more than 10 in the past four months, which is very unusual. One candidate called us earlier this year and asked if they should resign without a role. Against our advice, they...
by Liam Nuttall | Oct 22, 2025 | Australia, Banking, Commercial Insurance Broker, FInancial Services, Insurance, Jobs, New Zealand, Recruitment, Regional New Zealand
As 2025 winds down, many insurance professionals are reflecting on their careers. They consider growth, work satisfaction, and new challenges. For those looking to move, waiting until January can delay progress. Acting now gives a head start and sets the tone for a...
by Vikki Cox | Sep 11, 2025 | Australia, Careers in Australia, Kiwi Returners, Legal, Looking For Work, Moving to New Zealand, Recruitment, Regional New Zealand, Relocation
Returning to New Zealand or Australia for Your Legal Career After a Fun Summer The northern hemisphere summer is winding down. For many, it has been a time of holidays, long days in the sun, and catching up with family and friends. As the school term begins and the...
