Insurance Business NZ reports on how Hays Salary Guide for FY22/23 spoke to insurance employees in New Zealand and Australia and found that 64% of New Zealand employees saying they intend to remain with their current employer.

52% saying they are more confident to ask for a pay raise this year, and 61% said they would benefit financially if they switched jobs.

… 55% of employers said they offered higher salaries than originally planned.

The top three benefits desired by employees are over 20 days of annual leave, more training (either external or internal), and a budget for home office setup or supplies.

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