Back-to-work blues or time for a new job?

Working in recruitment over the last 7 years, I often notice a surge in candidates approaching me in the new year looking for new job opportunities. Employees come back from holiday and realise…

Leveraging AI for Cover Letters: The Pros and Cons

In today’s competitive job market, crafting a compelling cover letter is an essential tool in ensuring your job application stands out from the crowd, and helping you to land your dream job. You…

How to Answer Common Job Interview Questions

During my two years working here at Madison Recruitment I’ve gained some useful insights into the types of interview questions that are popular with employers. From the post-interview feedback that I collect from…

Master Mid-Career Interviews: 10 Tips for Job Seekers

So, you’ve climbed a few rungs on the corporate ladder and now find yourself ready to take on new challenges at the mid-level of your career. Congratulations! As you embark on your job…

Changing Career – How to update your CV and land your dream job

Embarking on a career change can be an exhilarating but challenging journey. While the idea of pursuing a new path might be exciting, translating your skills and experience into a different industry can…

What’s in our Employment Market Report and Why it Matters to You

Everyone likes a bit of insider intel, don’t they? We all look for the foodie’s scoop on the best places to eat, or hit up our builder mates for advice about where to…

A Working Holiday in New Zealand: Best places to work, live and travel

You might be a little surprised by the title of this blog. You’re right, I said I wasn’t going to pick a favourite place in New Zealand. But I do want to provide…

A Working Holiday in New Zealand: How to Meet People

I hadn’t really thought about it before now, but being a Recruitment Consultant is a bit like being a matchmaker, without the romance (though if there are any Netflix producers reading this, that…

A Working Holiday in New Zealand: How to Find Somewhere to Live

Welcome traveller. Your journey has no doubt been long and arduous – post-COVID international airports are no joke, am I right?! You’ve said farewell to your family, travelled across oceans to reach the…