Recruitment Stories - Page 32

Global Stories

Recruitment stories

Skills shortage continues as unemployment rates increase

The rapidly changing world is creating an apparent paradox where unemployment figures are rising while employers struggle to find skilled workers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 25th May 2016

DevOps

Service vendors look to multi-skilled professionals to add depth

Multidisciplinary skills in professionals are in demand as service vendors strive to stay competitive, according to a report by Technology Business Research.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2016

Recruitment

Millennials may be the secret to success in an age of digital disruption

Research reveals firms underutilising millennial tech prowess, risking their digital edge in an era of constant innovation.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016

Seek

Aussie ICT industry strong, according to new figures

Australian ICT sector exudes vigour with a striking 10% surge in job ads, while cyber security talent is highly sought-after.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Mar 2016

Recruitment

Aussie IT recruitment firm lands in Auckland

Australian IT recruiter Halcyon Knights opens Auckland office, tapping into the bustling trans-Tasman tech talent.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Mar 2016

Cybersecurity

Who is winning the war? Security experts hard to recruit

Demand continues to rise for cyber security skills as an arms race develops between cyber criminals and those looking to secure systems and data.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Mar 2016

Software-as-a-Service

A third of Australians not in chosen career

With such high proportions of graduates moving into different careers, Australia's education system must prepare students for an uncertain future.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Oct 2015

Recruitment

New 'match up' platform for bosses and temps

An online platform is set to connect job seekers and employers looking for temporary or contract staff, cutting out recruiters and high fees.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Oct 2015

Recruitment

Fierce competition for IT pros affecting hiring market

The demand and supply imbalance that has affected the IT hiring market for years will likely continue into 2016.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Sep 2015

Data Analytics

Growing demand for IT specialists in NZ

The digital revolution is leading to the creation of new roles and greater demand for specialised skills in New Zealand's IT industry.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2015

Trade Me

Meet the Kiwi startup moving from strength to strength

The past six months have been non-stop for Weirdly, and this Auckland-based start up shows no signs of slowing down.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Jul 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Recruitment stories

Microsoft

Cloud technology employment: Is the sky the limit?

Cloud computing and its associated technologies are booming in New Zealand, creating new challenges and opportunities for IT professionals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 25th May 2016

Software Development

Is Christchurch NZ's latest IT hotspot?

Christchurch's tech scene booms, with SEEK revealing a surge in IT jobs as the city's rebuild diversifies job opportunities.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2016

Recruitment

Messy online job ads putting Kiwis off

Kiwi job seekers put off by complex registration processes used by job boards, leading to missed opportunities for employers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Jan 2016

Software Development

Huge demand for IT interns this summer

More than 140 tertiary students and recent grads from will be placed into paid summer internships via the Summer of Tech internship programme.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Nov 2015

Supply Chain

Kiwis expecting pay rises as IT pros look to change jobs

New Zealand professionals expect pay rises and bonuses in 2016, with IT professionals being the most likely to change jobs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Nov 2015

Recruitment

Kiwi company launches I Want Work website

A new Kiwi-based job search website has been launched as a tool for job hunters to post ads, providing a place for employers to find new staff.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Sep 2015

Digital Transformation

Kiwi boardrooms in desperate need of digital transformation

New Zealand's boardrooms are in need of an upgrade to reflect the digital age and diverse business community, according to a report by Grant Thornton.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2015