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    Top 5 work perks employees want in New Zealand
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    Top 5 work perks employees want in New Zealand
    Did you know that 75% of New Zealanders agree that knowing an organisation offers its employees benefits or ‘perks’ in addition to salary, makes them want to apply for a job? These are the top work perks New Zealanders value most from their employer.

    1. FLEXIBILITY   

    The number one work perk that New Zealanders want is the ability to choose their working hours and where they’re able to work from.

    Flexible working hours and locations

    2. FRIDAY DRINKS

    The number two work perk that New Zealanders find most appealing is Friday drinks. 

    Friday drinks

    3. COMPANY CAR 

    Having the option for a company car is the third most valued perk.

    Company car

    4. MENTORSHIPS & COACHING 

    Employees also value the opportunity to be mentored and coached on their careers.

    Mentorships and coaching

    5. MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

    Providing access to mental health support is importand and valued by employees, closing out the list for most in-demand work perks for New Zealanders.

    Mental health support

    If you’re looking to set yourself apart from other businesses and attract and retain the best talent, employee benefits may help you stand out in your industry. Think about how you can highlight work perks in your job ad and interview process.

    Source: Independent research conducted by Nature on behalf of SEEK interviewing 4,000 Kiwis annually. Published November 2022.

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