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New Zealand allows various types of employment agreements, all of which must be written and compliant with employment legislation.
Common contract types:
Contracts must include:
Notice Periods:
Termination must be justified, fair, and documented.
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Note: This is general guidance, not legal advice. Always confirm with a New Zealand HR expert before finalizing contracts or terminations.
Mandatory Benefits:
Leave Policies:
Annual Leave: 20 days per year.
Sick Leave: 10 days per year.
Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks paid + extended unpaid leave.
Healthcare:
New Zealand provides public healthcare, and employers may optionally offer private health insurance.
New Zealand applies PAYE withholding for employees.
Personal Income Tax: 10.5% to 39% depending on income.
Employer must deduct:
Additional Payments:
Statutory Contributions:
Key laws:
Total Employment Cost:
Note: Always verify the latest updates to New Zealand employment law.
Foreign employees generally require:
Proper documentation ensures smooth and compliant hiring.
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An EOR helps companies hire in New Zealand without establishing a local entity while ensuring full compliance.
Your EOR manages:
A New Zealand payroll calculator can:
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An EOR manages compliant hiring, payroll, KiwiSaver, and statutory contributions.
New Zealand labour laws regulate wages, leave entitlements, employment agreements, and fair termination practices.
Employees are paid through PAYE payroll with mandatory KiwiSaver and ACC deductions.
You can hire through your own New Zealand entity or use a Dhi ADT EOR for fast, compliant onboarding.