I’m an employer – what laws do I need to know about?
As an employer, you are subject to a range of laws which govern all employment relationships within New Zealand. This article briefly outlines the most important of these laws for you.
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS ACT 2000
The Employment Relations Act 2000 (the ERA) governs employment relationships in New Zealand. The ERA establishes the legal rules covering the negotiation and enforcement of employment agreements as well as the processes required to resolve employment disputes.