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They are big believers in people and their potential. We are naturally technology-curious, and driven to discover unique talent in the market. We constantly seek to enhance and improve our approach to recruitment, underpinned by our commitment to delivering an outstanding experience to job seekers, and on building truly long-standing partnerships with our clients.
Absolute IT
3d ago
Recruitment can sometimes feel like wandering through a haunted house; one minute you’ve found your perfect candidate, and the next – poof! They’ve ghosted you. But fear not, we won’t let you get lost in the spooky maze of hiring horrors! We’re here to guide you through the twists and turns of recruitment nightmares and ..read more
Absolute IT
1w ago
This week is Cyber Smart week, which is Cert NZ‘s annual campaign to raise awareness of cyber threats and encourage Kiwis to stay vigilant and be cyber secure. So I figured this would be the perfect time to look at how businesses can protect themselves by future-proofing their cyber security teams, especially in an ever-changing ..read more
Absolute IT
1M ago
Last week Sarah Harland and I attended the Canterbury Tech Summit at Te Pae in Christchurch. The summit was a resounding success, and we were thrilled to be able to go along, showing our support for New Zealand’s thriving technology sector. We walked away having learnt lots, most of it resonating with our own experience ..read more
Absolute IT
2M ago
In the fast-paced and ever evolving world of tech, the pressure to stand out when job seeking is immense. As a specialist tech recruitment agency, the team here at Absolute IT understand the appeal of using AI tools to craft the perfect CV and cover letter. While these tools offer definite advantages, they also come ..read more
Absolute IT
9M ago
Like life itself, it isn’t possible to map out a ‘perfect’ career. But while there may be unexpected twists and turns in our professional lives, there are plenty of ways to purposefully navigate towards your ultimate IT career goals, whether that’s earning the big bucks, moving into a specific field within tech, reaching a particular level of leadership, or all three!
If you’re in the early years of your IT career with big goals for your future, it’s a good idea to consider the skills, experience, and career steps you’ll need to hit those goals. In this article, we’re going to touch on some of ..read more
Absolute IT
9M ago
In many workplaces around New Zealand, being amenable, and having a ‘can do’, getting-on with-the-job attitude is the default operating mode. The typical Kiwi workplace culture makes hearing (or giving) a ‘no’ to a work-related request something of an awkward experience. This is further exacerbated by the fact that as a nation, we generally don’t love confrontation. Most of us would prefer to find a peaceful solution to any challenge.
Unfortunately, the average person working within this operating mode can quite easily slip into undue stress and pressure, scrambling to do everything, and pleas ..read more
Absolute IT
9M ago
We often meet tech professionals who have loads of skills and experience, but who either don’t know how to get where they want to go in their IT career, or who struggle to ‘package up’ what they have to offer in a way that gets them the roles they’re interested in. Without a strategic and planned approach to your career, it’s easy to feel a bit lost and directionless.
So here’s how you can build a niche in the IT industry, harnessing your skills, experiences, and interests to progress your career and get the best income and fulfilment from your work.
1. Build the foundations of your skillset
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Absolute IT
9M ago
Behind every successful operation, there are vital roles performed by talented experts, and the tech industry is no exception. In a world of social media, digital marketing, and machine learning, data is the building block of success, and Data Engineers are the builders, crafting the infrastructure that many organisations rely on for their success.
That’s why Data Engineers are in such high demand and why we need more of them here in Aotearoa. Read on to find out more about this critical job, and why it’s such an exciting career opportunity for any IT enthusiast!
So, what is a Data Engineer?
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Absolute IT
9M ago
If you want to ace your tech job interview, building rapport is key. One of the biggest challenges for professionals in interviews is how to balance professionalism while being relaxed and authentic. The more the interview feels like a natural conversation, often the better it will go. If you’re an IT professional looking to improve your interview experience, this article’s for you. We’ll explore ten ways that you can build rapport naturally to help you succeed in your next interview.
1. Email and phone conversations ahead of the interview
Building a professional relationship with a hir ..read more
Absolute IT
9M ago
If you’ve followed Absolute IT for some time, you’ll no doubt have come across our Job Market reports, including our latest 2023 edition. Our goal is to provide our industry with as many useful insights into tech employment as possible. As New Zealand’s expert IT recruiter, we believe in putting the right tools in the hands of employers and professionals to help make informed decisions.
In this article, we take a deeper dive into our industry reports and why if you’re in the New Zealand IT industry, these are well worth a read.
Gathering research data
Our market reports are largely based ..read more