We've compiled this check list for you to ensure you've got all bases covered as you gear up for Round 1 of recruitment activity.

Every year, Talent Solutions invests in attending the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) conference and awards night. This provides an opportunity to expand our global networks, learn from our Australian counterparts, and bring fresh thinking and ideas back to Aotearoa to benefit our clients.

Talent Solutions recently ran a presentation for TupuToa on designing an inclusive and impactful internship experience. Internships are an essential component of early talent strategy, providing young professionals with a first step into the workplace.

If you missed our recent webinar on building a year-round attraction strategy, don’t worry! Hosted by Aron Chantelau from Talent Solutions alongside Lou Zoanetti from Brightworks and Clancy Meaney from Prosple, the session featured insights from both New Zealand and Australia. Special guests Kate Coley from the University of Auckland and Caleb Jasmat from Contact Energy also shared their expertise.

We were thrilled to run a session for the Auckland Business Chamber, featuring our Director of Talent Solutions, Seren Wilson, who shared insights on how organisations can attract and develop young talent.

We were thrilled to see so many of our early talent community and Talent Solutions clients at the Student Pulse release events in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch last week!

The work environment has changed significantly in recent years, particularly with the rise of remote work. For new graduates stepping into the workforce, figuring out the right balance between time spent in the office and time working from home has become increasingly important. As hybrid work models become more popular, it’s worth considering the pros and cons of each setting to maximise productivity, professional growth, and overall well-being.

Talent Solutions had the pleasure of reconnecting with our Auckland and Wellington clients and wider early talent community during our recent graduate roundtable events.

Talent Solutions facilitates these discussions to support the deepening of connections across this fabulous network of practitioners.

The recent Talent Solutions Student Pulse survey and NZAGE Graduate and Employer Surveys highlights the fact that diversity and inclusion remains a key focus for graduate programme practitioners in Aotearoa New Zealand.   

In today's fast-paced world of talent acquisition, organisations are in a constant race to attract and retain the best candidates. One key element of this process is the "keep warm" strategy, especially crucial when it comes to engaging Gen Z talent, who have their own unique expectations and preferences.

2023 in Perspective - a roundup on trends and challenges that shaped 2023 and a sneak peek into 2024.

As the year draws to a close, many organisations are gearing up for their 2024 early talent recruitment plans. plans. While it's essential to look forward, it's equally crucial to reflect on the past year's strategies and outcomes. To make informed decisions about your talent acquisition and campus recruiting efforts, it's essential to evaluate the success of your previous campaigns.

In August, Talent Solutions hit the road to share the results of Student Pulse 2023 with our client community.

We were thrilled to be able to share the latest insights and data with our graduate community, and were warmly welcomed by CAANZ in Christchurch, KPMG in Auckland, and Xero in Wellington.

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to make waves across industries, concerns among graduates about its impact on job opportunities are on the rise. While these concerns are understandable, it’s important to approach the issue with a balanced perspective. Contrary to the alarmist narrative, current estimates suggest that the number of jobs directly affected by AI remains relatively low.

Candidate Ghosting - how it hurts employers and candidates.

There’s been a lot of discussion recently in the graduate industry around "candidate ghosting." It's when job applicants suddenly stop communicating with employers during the hiring process, (much like ghosting in personal relationships).

Talent Solutions is a proud partner of The New Zealand Association of Graduate Employers (NZAGE). The NZAGE’s mission is to educate and support New Zealand organisations in delivering exceptional graduate talent programmes.

Talent Solutions recently held graduate community roundtables in Wellington and Auckland to give early talent professionals the opportunity to connect, share ideas, and discuss common challenges in the industry.

The rapid evolution of AI technology has revolutionised various industries, and graduate recruitment is no exception.

Talent Solutions, in partnership with O'Dell Immigration, recently held a webinar focusing on leveraging the international early talent market.

In today's job market, attracting and retaining top talent is essential for any organisation's success.