Updated December 15th 2025

New Zealand - Employer of Record (EOR)

Learn what you need to expand your business and hire compliantly in New Zealand while simplifying HR processes with Justworks EOR.

Quick Facts on Hiring in New Zealand

Everything you need to know about hiring in New Zealand at a glance.

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Population

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. million

Population

New Zealand Dollar (NZD)

Currency

Wellington

Capital city

English, Māori

Languages

million (USD)

GDP

national holidays

Public Holidays

Grow Your Team in New Zealand with Justworks EOR

Hiring in New Zealand is easier with Justworks EOR. We help you navigate the legal, cultural, and administrative hurdles that come with global expansion. Our experts manage the details so you can focus on your team.

Here’s how we support your global expansion:

  • Easy global payroll: Pay your team in NZD through one platform

  • Local compliance: Employment agreements and leave policies that align with local laws

  • Reduced admin: We take care of payroll taxes and HR filings

  • Expert support: From onboarding through offboarding, we’ve got your back

Here’s What You Should Know Before Hiring in New Zealand

Compensation & Benefits

Employees in New Zealand are entitled to at least four weeks of paid annual leave after 12 months of continuous employment  and 10 days of paid sick leave after six months of employment. Employers must contribute to retirement savings through KiwiSaver, pay public holiday entitlements, and comply with national minimum wage rules.

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Hiring in New Zealand with an EOR

Ready to start hiring talent in New Zealand with Justworks? Here’s how you can expect the process to look: 

  1. You’ve found the perfect new hire in New Zealand 

  2. Partner with Justworks EOR to bring them on

  3. Start the onboarding process for employees, including enrollment in local benefits and pension contributions

  4. Manage ongoing tasks such as payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and other HR operations specific to New Zealand

Hiring in New Zealand might seem overwhelming, but Justworks is here to offer tailored support.

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Insights Into the New Zealand Hiring Market

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.
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  • Pay all employees from a single platform
  • Access local employee benefits
  • International compliance support
  • Time Tracking & PTO reporting

Ready to Hire Confidently in New Zealand?

Justworks helps you compliantly hire, pay, and support employees in New Zealand without the need for a local entity.

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