About Us

200,000+

candidates

We receive applications from exceptional job seekers who are eagerly looking for their next significant career opportunity.

3,500+

associates

At Adecco we have an extensive pool of talented people working daily to keep your business running.

80+

employees

We have specialised recruiters around Switzerland ready to help you.

branches

Our national reach means we are there for you wherever you need it.

Adecco New Zealand

We are the world’s leading recruitment agency with more than 32,000 passionate full-time employees in thousands of branches across 60+ countries. We are committed to connecting organisations with the talent needed to succeed.

In New Zealand, our network of offices across the country allows us to support you no matter where you are. Our local teams understand the New Zealand market and are busy connecting people with jobs and jobs with people every day.

Every year in New Zealand alone, we help thousands of people get into exciting new careers. At any given time, we have over 1500 temporary employees working for us and each year we place more than 250 people into full time permanent roles.

Our history

For over 40 years, Adecco New Zealand has supported Kiwis into meaningful work. We have grown to be a leading recruitment agency with branches across New Zealand, matching hundreds of thousands of Kiwis with NZ businesses, and even helped some New Zealanders to find work around the globe with our wider reach.

Since the beginning, we have envisioned a world of work in which everyone can find their ideal job, regardless of their educational background or experience. This revolutionary concept quickly gained traction among companies globally.

Since Adecco inception in 1996, we have experienced tremendous growth and have maintained our commitment to providing cutting-edge staffing solutions to companies all over the world. Our dedication to excellence and customer service has made us a beacon in the human resources industry which will continue in the years to come.

1950-1970

In 1957, Adia is founded by Henri Lavanchy in Switzerland and quickly expanded to other markets by the 1960’s. In 1964, Ecco is founded in France by Philippe Foriel-Destezet.

1970’s

Over the course of the 1970’s, Adia went global, acquiring more than 85 companies in the process. Adia also listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange.

1980’s

Ecco becomes France’s market leader. Adia continues to take huge leaps into new markets and saw sales top $1 billion, becoming the European leader of temporary staffing.

1990’s

Ecco’s sales reaches number 2 globally, beating out Adia.

In 1996. Adia and Ecco join forces, becoming Adecco, and place more than 250,000 people a day.

2000’s

Adecco continues to expand and becomes America’s largest recruitment company with revenue topping $11.6 billion. Adecco creates three distinct business units to serve different needs of the market.

2010’s and beyond

Adecco continues acquiring leading recruitment companies as well as numerous technology-enabled training and recruitment platforms including QAPA, Vettery, General Assembly, and Hired.

Looking for a job?

We have a vast network of connections with New Zealand as well as international companies, and we can help you access all sorts of amazing job opportunities. Whether you are interested in a role with a global organisation or a small startup, we have specialists and tips to help you find the job that is just right for you.

So if you’re seeking employment, you’re at the right place. If you just need some career advice, we have plenty of that too.

A global presence

We’re world leaders at matching people with jobs. Our strong global presence and understanding of international job markets make us best place for your job search.

Personal service

Adecco has a proven record of success in connecting great people with great jobs. We’ll help you find what you’re looking for.

Local knowledge

We have multiple offices all over Australia to help you out. No matter where you are, we’ve got you covered.

Looking for workers?

Finding the right people for your business requires a solution tailored to your needs. That’s exactly why our clients partner with us - we’ve got the global presence and industry experience to deliver the right solutions.

We have the best staffing and recruiting experts in your industry and the world’s largest network of talented candidates, so you can get great employees as soon as you need them.

Our national advantage

200,000+ candidates
650+ clients
10 locations
3,500+ associates