Photo: Getty ImagesEmployers are 'offshoring' staff who can work remotely instead of employing migrants - and other countries are recruiting New Zealand workers to do the same. Salaries here meant New Zealand was also becoming the source for wealthier countries' offshore labour. "We are also hearing from some tech firms that US firms are offering Kiwis jobs that they can do remotely in New Zealand. Labour shortages and barriers to employing migrants could be pushing the trend as economies worldwide struggle with skills gaps. Other, New Zealand, staff have been able to make lifestyle changes to work overseas while staying with the same employer.

Source: Otago Daily Times June 08, 2022 08:48 UTC