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Employer Services

Looking to recruit skilled talent from overseas?

New Zealand Immigration & Recruitment simplifies the immigration process for businesses, guiding you through work visas, job checks, and accreditation. Let us be your partner in building a successful and diverse workforce.

NZ Employers Process

Step 1:

Initial Consultation

Discuss your business needs with NZIL to determine the best immigration strategy for hiring international talent.

Step 2:

Accreditation Preparation

We assess your business's eligibility and prepare all necessary documentation to apply for accreditation with Immigration New Zealand.

Step 3:

Accreditation Application Submission

Submit the accreditation application, ensuring all criteria are met and documentation is in order.

Step 4:

Job Check Compliance

Prepare and submit Job Checks and Labour Market Testing, ensuring your roles meet Immigration New Zealand’s requirements for hiring international workers.

Step 5:

Ongoing Compliance and Support

Maintain accreditation and compliance with ongoing support from NZIL, including assistance with visa applications for new hires.

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New Zealand Immigration Law’s Employer Packages

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NZIL’s Approach For Working With Businesses

Step 1:

Initial Consultation

Begin with a thorough call/meeting to understand your business needs and goals regarding immigration and talent acquisition.

Step 2:

Tailored Strategy Development

NZIL develops a customised immigration strategy, ensuring alignment with your business objectives and compliance with New Zealand's immigration laws.

Step 3:

Accreditation and Compliance Support

We guide you through obtaining accreditation, preparing all necessary documentation, and ensuring ongoing compliance with Immigration New Zealand's requirements.

Step 4:

Job Check and Visa Application Assistance

NZIL supports your business in preparing Job Checks and assists with the visa application process for international hires, ensuring a smooth and successful outcome.

Step 5:

Ongoing Partnership and Support

We continue to work with you, providing ongoing support to maintain compliance, manage new visa applications, and address any emerging issues, ensuring your business can thrive with the right international talent.

Work Visa Expertise

From assessing visa eligibility to securing long-term residence for your hires, we manage the complexities so you can focus on your business growth.

Benefits:

  • Efficient Processing: Expedite visa applications, reducing waiting times and allowing your hires to start sooner.
  • Expert Guidance: Avoid common pitfalls with expert advice, ensuring a higher chance of successful visa approval.
  • Compliance Assurance: Stay updated with the latest immigration requirements, reducing the risk of application rejections.
  • Personalised Support: Receive tailored support throughout the application process, enhancing the experience for both employer and employee.

Job Check and Labour Market Testing Support

This service ensures your business meets Immigration New Zealand’s Job Check and Labour Market Testing requirements, allowing you to hire international workers seamlessly. NZIL helps you verify local talent availability, meet advertising standards, and navigate the application process. With our expertise, you can reduce the risk of visa delays and ensure full compliance with immigration regulations, making it easier to secure skilled overseas talent for your business needs.

Benefits:

  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure your job offers meet all legal requirements, minimising the risk of non-compliance.
  • Streamlined Testing: Simplify the labour market testing process, ensuring it's completed accurately and efficiently.
  • Risk Mitigation: Reduce the chances of visa denials by adhering to all necessary procedures.
  • Expert Assistance: Rely on our expertise to navigate complex requirements, saving you time and resources.

Accreditation Guidance

Our Accreditation Guidance service is designed to help businesses navigate the accreditation process, ensuring you meet Immigration New Zealand’s requirements for hiring international workers. Whether you’re a small business or a large employer, accreditation demonstrates your commitment to ethical hiring practices, fair employment conditions, and legal compliance.

NZIL provides expert support to help you select the right accreditation type, prepare the necessary documentation, and maintain compliance, making it easier for your business to hire skilled overseas talent.

Benefits:

  • Smooth Accreditation: Simplify the process of becoming an accredited employer, reducing administrative burdens.
  • Compliance Assurance: Stay compliant with all regulatory requirements, avoiding potential pitfalls during accreditation.
  • Access to Talent: Gain the ability to hire skilled international workers, expanding your talent pool.
  • Ongoing Support: Receive continuous support and advice to maintain your accreditation status with ease.

Recruitment Services

Our expertise simplifies the recruitment process, helping you find skilled professionals who meet your specific needs, all while ensuring compliance with New Zealand’s immigration laws.

Benefits:

  • Customised Solutions: Benefit from recruitment strategies tailored to your specific industry and role requirements.
  • Access to Talent: Leverage our extensive network to find skilled candidates, both locally and internationally.
  • Time Efficiency: Streamline the hiring process, reducing time-to-hire and ensuring the right fit for your business.
  • End-to-End Support: Enjoy full support throughout the recruitment process, from candidate sourcing to final placement.

Frequently Asked Questions

I’m a business owner who needs accreditation to hire migrant workers. What do I need to do?

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Some details, including the types of accreditation, have already been agreed while other details of the changes are still being worked on. There will be three levels of accreditation:


  • standard accreditation — for employers who hire between 1 and 5 migrant workers in a year
  • high-volume accreditation — for employers who hire 6 or more migrant workers in a year, and
  • labour hire employer accreditation.

Most employers will need standard accreditation. What type is suitable for your business and what documents are needed as a consequence will be dependent upon your business's profile

What is the process for getting a prospective employee a work visa?

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Employers must become accredited and have a job check approved, before an accredited employer work visa application can be prepared for the staff member. The only alternative pathway for employers to obtain work visas is to use the Specific Purpose work visa category, but these are criteria are narrowly prescribed and this is not an option available for staff members seeking to come to New Zealand for full-time ongoing work.

How long does a job check take from Immigration New Zealand?

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NZ Immigration has target times around this, but it's important to obtain advice to ensure you understand the criteria particularly in regard labour market testing. Get in touch with the NZ Immigration Law team for help with your particular scenario.

How long will the process take?

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The process can be very lengthy particularly the employer is not accredited and does not have a job check already approved. The processing times of these 2 employer applications can be lengthy. Requests to expedite the processing can be presented, but they have to be very cogent business reasons. The work visa application process itself can be 8 weeks or more and is influenced by Immigration New Zealand's workflow also processes associated with particular nationalities.

How long does accreditation last?

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Standard and high-volume accreditation will last for 12 months initially and then 24 months upon renewal. Employers with labour hire employer accreditation will need to renew this every 12 months.