New Zealand

At the moment, the unemployment rate in New Zealand is just under 5 percent. However, with just under 5 million people living here competition for even the juiciest jobs can be low. Additionally, some roles are more in demand than others, indicating sizeable gaps in the jobs market.Because of this, the NZ government has devised the ‘skills shortage list’ as it looks overseas for qualified, experienced professionals to plug those gaps. Roles appearing on the skills shortage list allow such people an easier path to a work or residence visa, and range from health, construction and mechanical roles – take a look at our jobs section to see what’s available   

One thing is for sure that Kiwis enjoy an excellent standard of living. From an outsiders point of you, you might be wondering if you will be able to maintain such a high standard of living if you are considering moving there. However it is important to note that they have such high standards of living owing to the fact that their pay is good and even the minimum wage of this country is very high so that people do not have to struggle to make ends meet and provide for their families

As funny as it might seem, rent is collected on a weekly basis rather than monthly. It is no secret that the cost of living in New Zealand isn’t very cheap however compared to Australia the cost of living is much lower. However if you are earning well then you will not find it tough to pay your rent. One good thing is that if you are leaving you flat, you do not have to pay for the entire month, only for the entire work, so that is certainly a blessing in disguise.

One thing you do not have to fret about when working in New Zealand is about being over worked. The work ethic in New Zealand is absolutely wonderful so you do not have to worry about feeling too buckled down under pressure. The Kiwis focus on their work when they are in office. However, they know when to call it a day and head home to their family and loved ones, so that they can live balanced lives and without having to compromise on either fronts.

Most people attribute the kind and jovial nature of the Kiwis to the fact that the weather is so nice. On an average morning, you will be happy to note that the temperature is comfortable and there is a cool wind that blows throughout the day and night. After all, it is not for nothing that Wellington is known as Windy Wellington. However on some days, when the wind becomes too much you can very well expect a call from the office advising you to stay indoors!