Contract recruitment. Done the way it should be.
Hiring tech contractors? Need them yesterday? Up your recruitment game with consultants that get you, and your business.
Short-term gigs or long-term gigs. One contractor or 50 contractors. Whatever the situation, our tech recruiters have been supporting organisations with their contract resources since day one. Whether you’re surging forward with planned programmes of work or bridging a skills gap, chat to the team that has placed 1000s of contractors across New Zealand.
Why Potentia?
We don’t just look after you, we take care of our contractors too. These are just some of the reasons why we’re the go-to tech recruitment agency for so many Kiwi employers, from startups and SMEs to enterprises and government organisations.
Extensive contractor networks
With an extensive network of experienced tech contractors, you’ll have instant access to New Zealand’s best available contract talent pool. All vetted, insured and ready to start at a moment’s notice.
Technology specialists
Our people are passionate about their chosen domains, some are even ex-industry themselves! This means you’re working with consultants who understand your world, your pain points and everything it takes to find the right contractor that can make the biggest impact for your project.
Simplified contractor management
We take the complexity out of hiring tech contractors. Supported by modern tools that make all our lives easier – onboarding, timesheeting, extensions and all your contract admin is taken care of, leaving you to focus on outcomes!
Outstanding contractor care
From wellbeing perks to extensive support, it’s why most of our contractors stay with us contract after contract. For us, it comes down to a sense of belonging, and helping contractors feel like they’re genuinely a part of the Potentia whānau.
Payrolling made easy
We make payrolling simple
Your contractors’ wellbeing
Te Aka Painga gives every Potentia contractor access to a bunch of perks – developed with their wellbeing at front of mind.
While in the past, contractors haven't always received this level of care from recruiters in New Zealand, we thought it was time they got more…after all, contractors are a part of our extended whānau, so why shouldn’t they benefit from the same things our people do?
Completely self-managed, our drop in wellbeing discovery sessions are all about helping your contractors be their best self – without sacrificing their mental health. They simply book in a 30-minute slot with our wellbeing expert, Gayle Johnston, as and when they need support (these sessions are held over the phone).
From quiz nights to industry meetups and more, our contractors are the first to know about the various events we host throughout the year – the perfect opportunity to network with their peers, gain valuable market intel, meet the Potentia team and of course, load up on free food and drinks!
$100 discount for first time contractors/contractors not yet using Hnry. https://hnry.co.nz/potentia
$50 discount for new Potentia candidates already using the Hnry service via another referral methods - Contact Sarah Craig.
T&C Apply, for more information please contact Sarah Craig, National Contracts Manager.
sarahc@potentia.co.nz
FAQ
Software engineer salaries reflect current demand for talent and skills. Currently, the median salary for a Senior Software Engineer in New Zealand is NZ$130,000 per year, depending on experience and environment.
We compile local salary trends in our compensation report so you’re up to date on how market demand is influencing Software Engineer salaries year on year.
A recruitment agency is most valuable when hiring requires more than advertising and screening applicants. This includes situations where market conditions are uncertain, the skill set is niche, or access to passive candidates is necessary.
In the New Zealand tech market, the talent pool is relatively concentrated and many experienced professionals are not actively applying for roles. Agencies with established networks can access candidates who are open to the right opportunity but not visible through job boards.
For permanent roles in New Zealand, recruitment agency fees typically range from 15 percent to 25 percent of the candidate’s first year base salary. The exact figure depends on the seniority and complexity of the role, how competitive the market is, and the level of involvement required.
For contract positions, agencies usually apply a markup to the contractor’s hourly or daily rate. This markup covers the cost of sourcing, payroll, compliance, and ongoing management for the duration of the contract, as well as the agencies profit margin.
In New Zealand, a common estimate is that a bad hire costs at least 30 percent of the employee’s annual salary. In many cases, the true cost is closer to six to nine months of pay once lost productivity, rehiring time, and management distraction are considered. For example, if a role pays NZ$140,000 per year, the cost of a bad hire can range from roughly NZ$40,000 to over NZ$100,000.
The financial impact is not just salary. It includes recruitment costs, onboarding time, team disruption, missed delivery targets, and the cost of restarting the hiring process.
In today’s market, the median salary for a Senior Business Analyst in New Zealand is NZ$122,000 per year in a permanent role and NZ$120 per hour as a contractor. What makes the difference is not just years of experience, but the type of problems being solved. Analysts who operate in niches, close to senior stakeholders or across major system change tend to command stronger packages.
For a clearer picture of where the market is moving, including recent shifts in demand, see our latest compensation report.
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