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The very nature of work is changing, so how does your workforce strategy need to adapt to keep up?

With skill shortages entrenched in our labour market, employers must see beyond the numbers and consider the full benefits they offer.

With major steps being taken globally to make pay transparency law, we look at the benefits and how you can start to implement it.

The results from global trials continue to impress, but is a four-day work week the right fit for your company?

Find out what alternative strategies your organisation needs to be exploring to find the right fit.

ChatGPT doesn’t have to be scary. Instead, it’s helping many perform their jobs better and give them back time they never knew they had.

The release of the generative AI model, ChatGPT has many considering what the future of their job, and their business, might look like.

Is a promotion or new job on your radar for 2023? Skills shortages have continued to create opportunities for rapid career progression, but make sure you’re progressing in a way that will help you achieve your long-term career goals. 

New industrial regulations, demand for flexibility on both sides, new skills needed and acute skills shortages…. 2022 offered some big challenges for HR and Talent Acquisition leaders, so what can they expect for 2023? Hays’ experts offer insights on what trends may continue, and what new challenges might show up so you can be prepared for the year ahead. 

Respecting people's pronouns is a critical part of creating spaces that are safe and welcoming of all genders. Taking the time to learn about them and how to use them means we can continue to create more inclusive workplaces for all.

Greater awareness of the climate crisis and a desire for positive societal change mean that more and more of us are becoming passionate about sustainability, but the idea of finding your first ‘green’ job can be daunting if you lack experience or in-depth knowledge.

For all the innovation and technology that has revolutionised the process of getting a job in recent years, there is one thing that has never changed. You can still pretty much guarantee that at some point in the interview you’ll be asked the standard question that interviewers have asked job-seekers since dawn of time.

Businesses in both Australia and New Zealand are struggling from near-record levels of unemployment. The Federal Government in Australia hosted a Jobs and Skills Summit earlier this month to try to find solutions, including the lifting of permanent migration to 195,000 spaces. While migration is a common lever to pull to increase access to skilled workers in both Australian and New Zealand,...

An organisation’s commitment to sustainability has become hugely important in recent years – and its significance is only going to increase in the future with the realisation of the systemic challenges we face.

New Zealand faces a skills shortage at a level unmatched in our 43 years in recruitment in this market. This year’s newly released Hays Salary Guide shows that 91% of surveyed employers are experiencing a skills shortage. More than four in five (83%) say it will impact the effective operation or growth plans of their organisation, up from 64% last year. This is the highest level of pressure...

The case for a robust Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) strategy in the workforce has become increasingly important to business leaders over recent years.

Prepare as much as you like, certain difficult interview questions will catch you off guard. Read on to find out how to answer these common interview questions.

Job hunting? Three reasons why you should still apply for a job, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. Read more.

Interviewing for a teaching position? We've compiled a list of 8 interview questions you might asked—​plus advice on how to respond. Read more.

Working from home can offer many benefits, from increased productivity to happier and more engaged employees. However, it can be an isolating experience, especially if you are new to it, or starting a new job while working remotely.  So, how can you look after your wellbeing while remote working? How can you create healthy boundaries between your work and personal life and stay mentally...

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