Immigration and Working in New Zealand

Moving to Aotearoa, New Zealand

Beyond Recruitment is proudly Kiwi—a 100% Aotearoa, New Zealand owned and operated recruitment agency. Passionately values-led and based across Aotearoa, we are dedicated to recruiting the best talent for organisations. Our extensive networks of talented people and successful organisations span a range of industries and sizes throughout the country. Simply stated, we are committed to helping global and Kiwi businesses, from corporates to SMEs, find the people they need to achieve desired outcomes.

We love Aotearoa and are passionate about the people and organisations that make this country such a great place to live and work.

As one of the largest recruitment agencies in Aotearoa, we have a strong network of organisations across the public and private sectors, making us a preferred supplier of staffing solutions. We maintain strong relationships with these organisations, meaning we always have a broad variety of vacancies available across our ten specialist business areas:

If currently living overseas and seeking work in Aotearoa, many skills are in demand. For information on the New Zealand market or to find out how your skills align with current demands, check the official Aotearoa, New Zealand skills shortage list or get in touch with us today.

Immigration Resources

For those serious about finding a job or living in Aotearoa, the first step is determining eligibility to move here. Immigration New Zealand is an excellent resource to help you with this process. They provide information on:

Visa applications
Skill eligibility
Aotearoa, New Zealand employment law and work rights
Life in Aotearoa outside of work

The New Zealand Now website also offers practical advice on various immigration-related questions, including visas and citizenship, pre and post-departure checklists, and support once you arrive in Aotearoa.

Partner Migration Experts

Our partner migration experts, Malcolm Pacific, can assist with:

Free eligibility assessments for migration
Personal Case Managers assigned to your specific situation
Specialist teams in both Auckland and Wellington
Licensed Advisers supported by in-house training, IT services, immigration assistants, and administrators

You can complete a free eligibility assessment and find out more about Malcolm Pacific's services here.

Legal Support

For immigration matters, Copeland Ashcroft Workplace Lawyers offer specialist advice, representation, and support across immigration, employment, and health and safety law. They provide invaluable assistance to businesses throughout New Zealand. To stay updated on the latest in Employment, Health and Safety, and Immigration law issues, visit www.copelandashcroft.co.nz to subscribe for updates and receive invitations to workshops and seminars.

Personal Guidance

We know that moving to another country is a big change in people’s lives, not just their careers. Many of our consultants have come to Aotearoa from every corner of the globe and are well acquainted with the migration process and what it takes to get comfortable in a new country.

Here at Beyond Recruitment, we regularly help overseas candidates with the appropriate approved visa status to secure work.

To help you along your way, here is a list of useful resources:

We can’t wait to help you start your journey.

We are proudly local and actively committed to doing the mahi to support diversity and inclusion, equal opportunity for all, and promoting the career prospects of Māori/Pasifika in Aotearoa.