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Getting It Right & Why It Matters: Permanent, Casual or Contractor?

Not 100% sure if your worker should be a casual, contractor, or permanent employee? Join us for a fast-paced, practical webinar that unpacks the latest Employment Relations changes, clears up worker classification confusion, and helps you avoid costly compliance mistakes.

When:
8 July 2025 at 11:00 am NZST

Location:
Zoom

Duration:
Approx. 60 mins

Contact Us:
0800 675 701
[email protected]

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In this event, we will address

Understand the real differences between permanent, casual, and contractor roles, and why getting it wrong can cost you

Get across the latest changes from the Employment Relations Authority to help you and your business stay one step ahead

Make sure you understand what each worker type is legally entitled to (and what happens if you get it wrong)

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For many business owners in New Zealand, figuring out whether a worker is a casual, contractor, or permanent employee isn’t always straightforward. The rules are complex, the definitions are changing and getting it wrong can lead to serious compliance issues and costly penalties.

Join us for a fast-paced, practical webinar designed specifically for small business owners and managers. We’ll cut through the confusion and give you the clarity you need to make confident, compliant decisions about your workforce.

In just 60 minutes:

  • Clear Up the Confusion: Understand the real differences between permanent, casual, and contractor roles, and why getting it wrong can cost you

  • Stay Ahead of the Curve: Get across the latest changes from the ERA, including sham contracting risks and the proposed gateway test for contractors, to help you and your business stay one step ahead 

  • Entitlements 101: From leave entitlements to wages and termination rights, we’ll cover what each worker type is legally entitled to (and what happens if you get it wrong) 

Whether you're hiring your first employee or managing a growing team, you’ll learn how to correctly classify workers, understand their entitlements, and avoid common traps like sham contracting. 

Don’t miss your chance to ask our experts your specific questions during the live Q&A, so you can come away with tailored guidance for your business. 

Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.

Have a question?  

Have a question before the webinar, or perhaps you need some guidance on a HR or workplace safety matter? We’re happy to answer all your questions, call 0800 675 701 or email [email protected].

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