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.
. million
Population
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Currency
Wellington
Capital city
English, Māori
Languages
million (USD)
GDP
national holidays
Public Holidays
. 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.
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:
You’ve found the perfect new hire in New Zealand
Partner with Justworks EOR to bring them on
Start the onboarding process for employees, including enrollment in local benefits and pension contributions
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.
Insights Into the New Zealand Hiring Market
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.
