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At Frog Recruitment, we provide clear, data-driven insights  into New Zealand’s job market.


For job seekers, this means practical advice  on how to strengthen applications, highlight skills, and improve chances of landing the right role.


For employers, we offer analysis  on workforce trends, recruitment strategies, and retention approaches, giving them the tools to build resilient teams.

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Stay updated with the latest trends in recruitment, careers, and workforce dynamics

Why skills-first hiring is growing and where organisations are struggling

By Frog Recruitment • December 28, 2025
Skills-first hiring is gaining momentum, with 85% of organisations now using it in some form. However, challenges around assessment, training and leadership alignment continue to limit consistent adoption. Explore what’s driving the shift and how employers can make skills-based hiring work in practice.

Is psychosocial safety now essential for job security in NZ workplaces?

By Shannon Barlow • December 21, 2025
Psychosocial safety is becoming central to job security in New Zealand, reshaping expectations around wellbeing, manageable workloads, and leadership responsiveness.

Are your post-employment clauses fit for purpose?

By Frog Recruitment • December 7, 2025
A clear, practical guide to understanding post-employment obligations in New Zealand, exploring restraints, non-solicitation and non-dealing clauses, and how employers can protect their business while staying compliant.

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