Hunter Campbell

The Mood of the Sales Leader Report is now live! On Thursday, our very own Sindy Ward presented the latest People & Recruitment insights from the MOTSL report at the launch event. A huge thank you to the 600+ sale leaders and professionals across NZ and Aus who contributed to the survey. Your invaluable insights helped shape the unique perspective on market trends for the year ahead. We are proud to have partnered with Indicator, Bank of New Zealand, Mint Design New Zealand, and Insights Exchange to bring the eighth edition of the report to market. Some key takeaways from the report: - State of the economy was highlighted as one of the biggest challenges in 2024. The trends are showing that talent retention is going to be increasingly challenging – Only 39% of Salespeople plan to stay with their current employer in 2025, a significant drop from 57% last year. - Remuneration is front and centre – With rising costs and slower salary growth, financial incentives are now a key motivator for Salespeople. - 40% of companies plan to grow their sales teams in 2025, but with fewer Salespeople hitting targets, the pressure is on for leaders to support and develop their teams effectively. Want to discuss these insights further, or get your hands on the full report? - Connect with our Sales & Marketing team below Sindy Ward | Erin Donkin | Jessica Walker | Bethany Taplin | Rose Buffalo-Snell | Daniel Pinto

At HC, our success has always been built on exceptional people. We're fortunate to have a business filled with outstanding talent, and even when times are challenging, we believe in recognising excellence. We're privileged to have these talented consultants as part of our team, and we're delighted to announce their well-deserved promotions to Senior Consultant. Congratulations Regina Manaf, Katie Kelly and Bethany Taplin.

We hit off the year at the ASB Open! At Hunter Campbell, we’re always looking for meaningful ways to connect with our valued clients and partners. We had the pleasure of hosting select groups in our corporate box during the ASB Open Tennis Tournament. It was a fantastic opportunity to enjoy some world-class tennis and chat about what’s in store for 2025. Thank you to everyone who joined at the matches.

Supporting Kiwi Expat Talent to Return Home A huge congratulations to Jonathan Baker, on his recent appointment as Financial Controller at Halter, a high-growth SaaS business and a true New Zealand success story, revolutionising farm management, combining sophisticated hardware and software to enable more sustainable and cost-efficient practices. We proactively marketed Jono’s profile to key clients within the Hunter Campbell network before he even landed back on Kiwi soil. After working overseas for the last 3.5 years Jonathan's strong background in senior finance roles and personality aligned perfectly with Halter’s fast paced culture and vision, making this an ideal match. This placement is a fantastic example of New Zealand businesses embracing exceptional Kiwi talent returning from the UK. Congratulations again to Jono and the team at Halter – we’re excited to see the impact you’ll make together!

We are thrilled to announce our launch of the Mastering Supply Chain: Roles, Responsibilities, and Remuneration Report. This follow-up to our Supply Chain Excellence report offering even deeper insights of supply chain management to guide you in the year ahead including: - Role-by-role breakdowns with detailed overviews - Key skills and competencies for each role - Salary benchmarks for 2025 - Recruitment forecasts to help you stay ahead of the curve Our team of specialist recruiters is actively engaging with employers in the market to present these valuable insights. If you're interested in meeting with one of our recruiters, please email us at info@huntercampbell.co.nz or comment below. Wayne Fry | John Boyle | Joe Francis | Katherine Biggelaar | Sarah Kennedy

Hunter Campbell would like to congratulate Scott Gordon on his recent appointment as the Chief Financial Officer at A S Wilcox and Sons Ltd.   A S Wilcox & Sons is a proudly family-owned and operated New Zealand business with a rich history spanning over 70 years in the horticultural industry. Specializing in the production and supply of fresh vegetables, they are committed to delivering high-quality produce to New Zealanders, as well as to international markets, while maintaining strong values of respect, high performance, and growth.   In the role of Chief Financial Officer, Scott will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company including managing financial risk and ensuring the overall financial health of the business. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, he will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s financial future, ensuring alignment with the business goals and operational excellence.   Scott is the ideal candidate for this position having held senior leadership positions working for some of NZ's largest corporates, including roles with Spark, Genesis and Metro Performance Glass. He has a strong background in financial management, planning, and reporting. Scott has also demonstrated expertise in operational performance management and strategic planning, which are crucial for overseeing financial operations in complex business environments.   We wish Scott all the best in the new role and would like to thank the team at AS Wilcox & Sons, with special thanks to Emma Lees, for engaging Hunter Campbell with this search. 

We’re back in the office and ready to hit the ground running for 2025! After a well-deserved break, our team is fully charged and focused on continuing to connect exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities. We’ve got a lot of exciting projects kicking off in the next few months that we can’t wait to share with you. Whether you're looking to hire top talent or take the next step in your career this year, reach out to our team and we'll help make it happen!

As the Hunter Campbell recruitment team wraps up another year, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients and candidates for your partnership throughout 2024. This year has brought challenges for many, and we hope the holiday season provides a much-needed opportunity for rest, reflection, and time spent with loved ones. The Hunter Campbell team celebrated the end of the year alongside our partners on Thursday at our annual Christmas gathering—a fitting way to close out 2024. Here’s to a safe, happy holiday season and a productive 2025!

Last weekend, some of our team members took on the challenge of the Omaha Marathon! They took part in the half, 10km, and 5km run and walk! Thanks to our Wellness Club for bringing the team together! After cheering on the participants the day ended with some summer festivities bringing everyone together to celebrate the accomplishment with some well-deserved relaxation and fun. It’s great to see our team come together, supporting each other both in and outside the office.

The Hunter Campbell team had an incredible time at the SEEK SARA Awards! A big thank you to SEEK for hosting a fantastic evening. Congratulations to all the winners - it's always a great occasion to get together and celebrate excellence in our industry.