Contact us, tell us a little bit about yourself and kick-start your journey to New Zealand!
It is always beneficial to send through a copy of your current CV for us to review before we speak with you.
You can expect a response within 24 to 48 hours. We will ask you a few questions to find out a bit more about your current situation and your plans. From there we will arrange a time to speak with you so we can discuss your plans in more detail. This is also a great opportunity for you to ask us any questions about working, living or moving to New Zealand.
We will give advice to help you get your plans into motion. For many, moving to New Zealand is a big decision and can be a lengthy process. That is why we work to your timeframe and your plans, not the other way round.
Not looking at moving to New Zealand straight away? No worries. We will be delighted to answer your questions and provide advice. We will stay in touch and help you with the recruitment process when the time is right for you.
We want to build a relationship with you. We will ask you questions about your skills and your plans and needs for New Zealand. It is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about the recruitment process and find out about the support you can expect to receive from ACCENT Health Recruitment.
We will maintain contact with you throughout the job search and recruitment process. If at any time you have any queries or encounter any hiccups along the way, you can contact your recruiter for advice and support.
The first step is to begin your registration application with the appropriate professional body in New Zealand. We will conduct professional reference checks, and when your registration is underway or almost complete, we will begin the job search on your behalf. We utilise our local and national contacts within the industry to maximise the number of opportunities. We will be in regular contact with you to discuss your preferences, abilities and vacancies. The more flexible you are with location, the more opportunities we are able to present to you.
ACCENT Health Recruitment communicates directly with the employer on your behalf. We will arrange an initial interview between yourself and your prospective employer. Your recruiter will work with you to give you some invaluable interview preparation, enabling you to use great interviewing skills and techniques in order to maximise your performance come interview day.
If you have been successful, the employer will notify your recruiter. This can take anywhere from a matter of days to a number of weeks. From here a written contract will be produced, this can take anywhere from a couple of days to six weeks.
Once a contract has been accepted you can begin your visa application process. Your recruiter will assist and guide you through the relocation process and let you know what to expect. We can put you in touch with a recent candidate who has also made the move. This contact will act as a “transition buddy” who you can utilise before, during and after your move to New Zealand.
ACCENT Health Recruitment will continue to support you during this time. Your arrival to New Zealand could be as close as a couple of weeks away, or up to six months or more further down the track — this entirely depends on your agreed contract, your situation and your availability.
Once you arrive in New Zealand your recruiter will maintain contact with you. We want to ensure you have a smooth transition into your new way of life. If you do hit some arrival road bumps, ACCENT Health Recruitment will be a local source you can rely on for advice and help.
ACCENT Health Recruitment are flexible and adaptable to you and your plans. We place our candidates as our top priority, and we look forward to assisting you.
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ACCENT Health Recruitment travels to the U.K., the USA, the Netherlands and Singapore annually to meet with potential recruits. Follow our Facebook page or contact us to sign up to our newsletter to keep up to date.
This is dependent on occupation and country of origin. Email us with these details and we will send you the appropriate info pack.
Dependent on occupation and experience, however average salary sits well above New Zealand living wage. Nurses and Allied Health on average earn $100k NZD, General Practitioners earn $200k NZD, and Consultants earn approximately $200-300k NZD. Email us for a specific estimate.
Anywhere between 2-6 months depending on your circumstances and motivation, but we can start assisting with the process 5 years out from intended departure.
To get your qualifications assessed, email us and we will provide you with more information.
The approximate cost of visa and registration is approx. $2000 NZD, however this can vary depending on registration process and visa preferences. Email us for more information.
ACCENT Health Recruitment is a completely free end-to-end service — we never charge our candidates for any part of the relocation, recruitment and settling process.
No, we prefer to work exclusively with you in order to prioritise finding you the best possible job, salary and location.
Interviews are arranged at a time for both you and the employer through a variety of methods including mobile, Zoom and FaceTime.
This totally depends on your budget, specialisation, family, hobbies and preference. ACCENT Health Recruitment takes all of this into account when finding you a job.
Your employer or ACCENT Health Recruitment recruiter will assist you in arranging this as part of your employment agreement.
Four weeks paid annual leave per year as per standard employment law, however some professions may receive more. New Zealand also has 11 national public holidays, plus one regional holiday day per year.
ACCENT Health Recruitment has connections with experienced pet transfer specialists who can aid you in safely transferring them to New Zealand. Email us for more information.
Yes — New Zealand is a great place to raise children. ACCENT Health Recruitment can provide assistance and advice on childcare and schooling where required.
Your partner will be required to apply for a visa based on your visa and certain conditions will apply. If your partner is a medical professional, we can also aid with finding them employment.
This varies depending on the employer, however some employers will hold a position open for a significant period of time for the right candidate.
This may depend on visa type; we recommend you talk to ACCENT Health Recruitment staff regarding budget in relation to your desired destination city and visa.
Word format is best — ACCENT Health Recruitment can send you a sample format to aid you in updating your CV, and we are happy to review your CV to ensure it is appropriate.
Your references will be contacted with your consent via email, with a follow-up phone call if required.
You need at least three recent clinical professional references by email when applying for a job in New Zealand.
We can advise you on this process and refer you to a bank. Email us for more information.
You can look on the Immigration NZ website for general information, however ACCENT Health Recruitment can provide you with further information on this process.
ACCENT Health Recruitment can aid in sourcing temporary accommodation upon arrival, as well as advise on the house hunting process where required.
ACCENT Health Recruitment has connections with experienced furniture removal specialists who can aid you in safely transporting your possessions to New Zealand. Email us for more information.
ACCENT Health Recruitment hosts regular catch-ups to introduce new arrivals to other recruits in their city, as well as provides advice on how to get involved in the community.
Yes, every person entering New Zealand requires their own passport regardless of age.
Yes, every person entering New Zealand who does not hold a current Australian or New Zealand passport requires a visa regardless of age.
Yes! We regularly post information on events, jobs, tips on moving to NZ/NZ life and run fun competitions on Facebook. We are also on LinkedIn, where we post regular job updates throughout New Zealand.
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Charlotte
Aged 7
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