the best jobs in new zealand 2024

best jobs in new zealand 2024.

The demand for your skills is higher than ever, with the nation's employers gearing up for a wave of hiring. In accordance with our research, Randstad's Workmonitor Report, 63% want to take on more managerial responsibilities and talent in NZ continues to prioritise future-proofing their skills especially with the uprise of AI.

So, to help you get ahead of the pack, we’ve got the insights on high demand jobs, a list of required qualifications and a tailored job search to match your career aspirations.

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Explore our insights into New Zealand's 2024 job market trends: remote work with hybrid models, rising demand for AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity skills. The jobs are increasing in these sectors: data and insights, government, counselling psychology and the ever growing health system. We highly recommend that all candidates prioritise their upskilling or, retraining and re-skilling for the best success and we're here to guide you on every step of the way.

Want to find out more? Discover the best jobs and industries for 2024 below.

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Demand for the roles in New Zealand's highest growth areas is extremely high and we're always looking for great talent to connect with our clients. So if you're looking for a new position with job security or thinking about making a switch, take a look at the roles we fill the most.

top sectors for 2024

government.

Globally, there's a big push to make the public sector more digital to improve the citizen experience. In New Zealand, government is digitising its services and adopting a more integrated approach.

Additionally, in 2024, there's a significant demand for police careers, actively seeking proactive individuals to help maintain law and order, ensure community safety, and uphold national security.

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IT & ICT.

As businesses across sectors adopt technology for growth, the demand for engineering and ICT roles, such as PC technicians and software engineers, is on the rise. Even smaller companies without in-house tech teams increasingly rely on technology solutions, fuelling a sustained demand for tech professionals.

New Zealand's information communication technology (ICT) sector is rapidly driving economic growth and is poised to become the country's leading export industry. Its crucial role in supporting diverse businesses positions it as a key player in meeting evolving needs.

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health and social care.

New Zealand's hospitals are embracing cutting-edge telemedicine technologies to enhance healthcare accessibility in remote areas.

In harmony with this technological change, there is a substantial demand in 2024 for vital roles such as healthcare assistants, nurse practitioners, and caregivers. These roles are sought-after, signalling the ongoing developments and progress in the healthcare and medical sector.

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