When I say onboarding, I am talking about going well beyond 1-2 days of being introduced to colleagues and shown where the facilities are. Onboarding is the process of helping new hires adjust to social and performance aspects of their new jobs quickly and smoothly. If not, it’s time to put one in place. Successful […]
From the Vibrant cities of Wellington and Auckland, to the rushing blue streams of Lake Wanaka, New Zealand has a huge variety of different environments. Tourists all over the world flock to see the beautiful spots and architectural works of this country, but there are a number of unusual sights to visit off the well-trodden […]
There are plenty of world firsts and history trends to remember, but one of the strangest of recent times is easily the Whanganui River – the world’s only ‘living’ river. After a 170-year battle, fought for by the local Maori tribe, our country’s third longest river has been granted its own legal identity, with all the […]
Due to the advancements of technology, certain jobs and careers will always need to be done by a human being but for others, it could only be a matter of time before artificial intelligence or robots fill in. The recent technological advancements of robotic engineering have the potential to change the world of employment as […]
< Back to Specialism We work with a wide range of clients, from property consultancies, property and development companies, and fund managers, through to occupiers, private equity and venture capital groups. This gives candidates a good variety when it comes to making their next career move. Recruiting all core functions within the Commercial Real Estate […]
Every country in the world has its own collection of strange laws. New Zealand is no exception. Our country has a lot of weird laws you’d be surprised are still in effect in 2018. Some are new, some are old, but they do make you wonder how they were ever legislated in the first place. […]
Over a week has passed since the official lockdown and we are all settling into our new ways of working, adjusting to the staying at home life and routine. This has seen New Zealand getting to grips with remote working, online video meetings, juggling childcare around our work responsibilities and virtual catchups with family and friends. But what does this […]
< Back to Specialism By utilising our vast experience recruiting into the built environment and knowledge of the commercial construction market, we one of the best choices to source the best talent across the sector. We operate on a local and global level and partner with a diverse range of clients, ensuring they have the […]
As dynamic processes, such as modular construction, sweep through New Zealand, it’s slightly less hard to imagine a built environment where there’s no such thing as wasted time, where all structures are energy efficient, all exteriors are self-regenerative. Architects are always looking for ways to change the way we build things in the future. Here […]
The Cobalt Legal Team have put together a report with up to date information regarding the current legal market in New Zealand, salary advice and trends based on their interactions with the market over the past year. We hope you find this information both informative and useful for understanding where the current market sits in […]
< Back to Specialism Our team not only has a vast experience in the recruitment sector, but also come from backgrounds in the legal field. This experience means we are able to understand at a grass roots level what is required by in-house legal teams to build effective teams. We gain a deep understanding of […]
The world of sport wouldn’t be the same without some of its most incredible stadiums. They give us a live viewing experience that cannot be matched and allow us to support the clubs we love. Stadiums bring fans and teams together, enhancing the entire spectacle of the sport. To feel the power of the crowd […]
Working closely with specialist and multidisciplinary engineering firms, housing developers, property agents, and architectural practices, we find talented, highly-skilled individuals to fill permanent and temporary positions. We have the contacts, experience and resources to help you get to your goals faster. We’re a passionate team equipped with the skills and support needed to be able […]
Today the priority for employers is to find the right match both in terms of skill set and cultural fit in order to make the correct hire rather than rush the recruitment process. Despite real estate recruitment activity being on the up, the interview and assessment processes adopted by real estate companies are not easing […]