How can you make HR, recruitment, health & safety and employment processes simple?

our goal is TO Align individuals with your business.

EASI NZ streamlines operational tasks like employment agreements and performance management while offering strategic services such as succession planning. We empower businesses through training, team building, and employer branding to foster growth and positive culture.

Our aim is to simplify your workload, allowing you to concentrate on running your business smoothly. Let us handle the tasks you don't have time for.

here to support you.

EASI NZ offers a full range of HR consultancy, Health and Safety and Recruitment services.

our services.

EASI NZ works with clients who demonstrate good working practices and employee engagement. Our aims are to recruit the best match both in technical skills and cultural fit.

vacancies.

EASINZ workshops

workshops

Discover EASI NZ's diverse workshop lineup tailored to optimise your business operations. We offer a range of workshops including HR strategies, recruitment and health and safety protocols, and fostering staff retention. Our sessions ensure your business thrives. We are conveniently located in Wanaka, with workshops available across Otago.

You may be eligible for funding from the Regional Business Partner Network to offset these training costs. Please contact your Growth Advisor or Nic Jones, nic.jones@business-south.org.nz for further information.

What our clients have to say

  • SUMMIT FINANCIAL

    Summit Financial Group highly recommends EASI NZ. We have recently employed two new staff one based in the North Island and the other in the South Island, the whole process from start to finish was seamless. They really took the time in understanding our business, our values and putting forward candidates that would fit our team. They are professional and the communication was fantastic, just a great team to work with.

    Corinne Mudge

    Summit Financial

  • EAS - Environmental Accounting Services

    EASI NZ has consistently provided us with expert advice and guidance on technical HR issues, always ensuring that our needs and those of our staff were fully met. Their deep understanding of our values and culture allowed them to deliver tailored solutions that fit seamlessly with our organizational goals. With a commitment to professionalism and industry best practices, EASI NZ has become an indispensable part of our team. We highly recommend their services to any company seeking reliable HR support.

    Michael Green, Business Manager

    EAS - Enviromental Accounting Systems

  • SORTED ARCHITECTURE

    We’ve always done our own recruitment and HR management with varying degrees of success. Post Covid-19 lockdown and a business restructure, we needed to engage a human resource business partner to ensure the best possible outcome for our employees and our business. Cherilyn and her team helped us achieve this outcome and meet our recruitment goals. They exceeded our expectation and I highly recommend this experienced team of HR professionals.

    Jan McPhedran

    Sorted Architecture

  • Mountain View

    Recently I had the pleasure of dealing with Louise and Sarah from EASI NZ and found the process extremely professional. Mostly I loved the no nonsense approach to finding a staff member for us. Not only was the recruitment process amazing but the support documents, processes and procedures needed for the role were also put into place effortlessly. They honestly took the stress away from what can be one of the most difficult jobs about owning a business, “Finding Staff”. We would highly recommend this firm for not only recruitment but also for H&S, and HR advise.

    Tania Renfree, Owner

    Mountain View

  • Ground Up

    Louise at EASI NZ took the time to understand our needs and provided tailored solutions that have significantly assisted us working with our employees

    The commitment, professionalism and expertise, that she bought to the table was invaluable. We highly recommend EASI NZ services to any organisation looking to improve their human resources strategy.

    Liz Webster

    Ground Up

  • Community Link Upper Clutha

    The team at EASI NZ are a huge help with HR systems - when recruiting they have a clear process and helped streamline job descriptions, alongside this they provided valuable input into our performance review process and organisational systems.  They are a professional and enthusiastic team.

    Kate Murray

    Community Link Upper Clutha

  • WANAKEEP IT GREEN

    The team at EASI NZ have always gone above and beyond for our business. They have been a great choice to partner with for all our HR and Recruitment needs. They have made that side of our business a breeze. EASI NZ have been able to give me peace of mind, to know that my employment requirements have been met with confidence. I would highly recommend EASI NZ and their Team to all businesses.

    Cam Perkins

    Wanakeep It Green

  • ASPIRING GYMSPORTS

    The team at EASI NZ have been amazing at supporting our not-for-profit club with free HR advice and easy to use templates. As a committee of volunteers it is reassuring to be able to draw on their specialist expertise and feel confident we are doing things right. The team are great to deal with and very responsive. We really appreciate their willingness to give back to the community!

    Prue Beams (Chair)

    Aspiring Gymsports

  • Healing Naturally

    It was a pleasure working with Louise from EASI NZ. She took the time to thoroughly understand my business and provided invaluable assistance in putting together an Independent Contractor Agreement. Louise was prompt in her email responses, respectful of my budget, and delivered a high level of service throughout. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with Louise or anyone on the EASI NZ team again, and I highly recommend them to family and friends.

    Hazel Thomas

    Healing Naturally

  • Figure9 Bookkeeping

    Lou and Sarah were a great help at getting me a fantastic colleague to work with. We talked about what I'd done in the past that didn't work; they worked with my budget and provided a great advert, interview skills, contract and advice. I couldn't be happier with my hire.

    Liz Doubtfire

    Figure9 Bookeeping

  • Ilu Hub

    Easi NZ is an exceptionally knowledgeable company, consistently delivering comprehensive information paired with their outstanding expertise in HR systems. They are a pleasure to work with, offering flexibility and availability at convenient hours. Their prompt and effective service is commendable. We highly recommend their professional services.

    Anneli Glazebrook

    Ilu Hub

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