who are we?


We are your honest, and responsive recruitment experts

Enterprise Recruitment was founded over 50 years ago to improve lives—whether this is our clients, candidates, or our own team’s. When we work together, things get better for all of us.

over 50 years in business...


We're cut from a different cloth. While many are motivated solely by pleasing their overseas owners and shareholders, prioritising profits above all else, we take a distinctive approach.


We stand firmly for what we believe in.  We partner with companies that believe in our values of improving lives through creating positive opportunities.


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where are we?

We have branches in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Invercargill—but we help candidates and clients all over New Zealand.


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our team

One thing that we pride ourselves on is how we treat our people - candidates, clients, and our team.



Meet Our Team
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what we do

With dedicated consultants in each of our branches, we bring deep, specialised knowledge to every industry we hire in:

  • Professional Services
  • Blue Collar Trades & Labour
  • Global Recruitment
  • Infrastructure
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our story 📚


Established in 1972, our journey has been a exceptional one, marked by growth, adaptation, and unwavering commitment to connecting job seekers with employers.


  • the 70's

    In 1972, Enterprise Recruitment was founded by Leo McDonald and Alan Hall, two pioneers in the emerging staffing selection industry. They embarked on their journey at a time when the industry was in its infancy. During a conversation with a bank manager, Enterprise secured its first project recruitment project,  kickstarting its growth. By the end of the 1970s, Enterprise had already established a strong presence in the Auckland market, with three branches serving major clients and industries.

  • the 80’s, 90’s and 00’s

    Throughout the 1980s, Enterprise experienced a decade of notable prosperity, capitalizing on a growing economy with a consistent influx of job orders, receptive clients, and a dependable candidate pool. As the 90s arrived, Enterprise reached its 25th anniversary in May 1997, while simultaneously laying the groundwork for expanding its presence into Wellington and Hamilton. In the 2000s, the company's growth trajectory continued with the establishment of its Christchurch branch, a project initiated by Ian McPherson and Warwick Neutze, who brought their expertise from the industrial temp market.


    Subsequent milestones included the inauguration of the Invercargill branch in 2002 and the Wellington branch in 2007. The year 2010 marked a critical juncture, as the devastating Christchurch earthquakes presented a significant challenge.

  • today

    Today, Enterprise Recruitment remains a leader in the New Zealand recruitment landscape, thanks to its embrace of internet and digital technology. Crucially, it's the dedicated team who passionately deliver results for candidates and clients that define its success. In an ever-evolving world of work, Enterprise is poised to continue serving as a vital partner for both job seekers and employers.

     

    The journey of Enterprise Recruitment is a testament to its resilience and adaptability, reflecting a commitment to connecting talent with opportunity in New Zealand's dynamic job market.

our values

Our culture and approach to recruitment are built on our values. True partnerships will allow us to help you succeed.


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honesty

We’re consultants - not shiny suited sales people. We pride ourselves on being honest and communicative.


The recruitment process should be accessible for companies and candidates alike.

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engage expertise

Recruitment requires different kinds of expertise. Every one of our consultants brings a different set of skills to the table.


Skills that mean they possess in-depth knowledge of the sectors we work in and the unique needs of our clients.

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responsive

Getting it done. Being ‘quick out of the blocks’ is ingrained in our culture. No matter the time, if you need us, we will be available.


Being responsive also means being flexible and thinking outside of the box. Our clients and candidates know they can rely on us, always.

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value partnership

It's at the heart of what we do from collaboration with colleagues to collaboration with clients and candidates.


Our partnerships are what make us strong.

our latest awards

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2018 Corporate
Responsibility Excellence


Awarded in July 2018 this acknowledgement recognised our commitment to supporting Foster Hope with their mission to improve the lives of children in foster care.

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2021 Excellence in
Safety and Wellbeing Culture


Awarded in July 2021 this acknowledgement recognised our innovative response to the COVID-19 pandemic and our development of our COVID-19  Health Tracker designed to support candidates, clients and staff returning to the workplace during the pandemic.

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2021 Excellence in
Client Service


Awarded in July 2021 this acknowledgement recognised our committment to our clients and the collaborative nature of our work. In particular this award celebrated a joint workplace education initiative with Ingram Micro designed to increase our candidates numeracy and literacy skills.

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2022 Outstanding
Large Agency


Awarded in July 2022 this award recognised Enterprise's achievement as an Outstanding Large Agency in the NZ recruitment industry.