Accent provides an excellent service since the beginning till settling here in New Zraland. A massive shout to Hayley, best of the best.

Accent Health guided me step by step. From creating a nz cv to the interview. I couldn’t be more thankful.

Prudence has been a massive help with all the paperwork etc. needed to work as a midwife in NZ. She also went above and beyond to help me get settled when I first arrived in NZ! I could not be more grateful!!

Passionate and Proactive team that sticks together! Warm entry into the country with their personable approach.

Amazing team! Reliable, knowledgeable, helpful and kind. They will help you every step of the way. I highly recommend their services.

An absolute 5* for AHR. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for Kristin. She does an amazing job helping people not only in finding a job position, but also settling in. She was there for me when difficult times had come. Always there to cheer me up in this complicated process. Thank you!

Accent Recruitment were absolutely fantastic in helping me and my partner move over to New Zealand last year. The team were so supportive throughout the whole process and made everything feel easy and stress-free. They went above and beyond, especially when I had some family issues, Kristin’s kindness and understanding really meant a lot. I can’t recommend them highly enough!

Amazing Agency. I cant thank them enough for what they have done for me and my family moving from the UK to NZ.

I had a great experience with Accent, super helpful and communicative throughout! Thanks guys

Accent made the process swift and easy for myself and my family to find work and move to NZ! It felt great knowing there was support nearby during the process of making such a massive change. That was almost five years ago, and I still touch base with Accent staff intermittently for information and advice. So grateful for all they have done for me!

I am a Social worker from the UK, and I came to New Zealand in November 2023. I wish I’d done it sooner, Kristin was fantastic the whole thing flowed seamlessly, from getting an interview through to registration and getting a visa.

Accent Health was supportive and listened to our wants and needs every step of the way. They helped us make a dream come true of relocating to NZ.

Awesome team.

I was very new to this process. Prudence and her team was amazing at helping me find a job, training me for the interview, helping me navigate the whole process after I had landed. Thanks for making all this possible for me.

Pru helped recruit a Hand Therapist from the USA in 2024 for our business in Christchurch – Accent Health took care of everything and our hand therapist Madison has been a fantastic addition to our team. I would recommend Pru and Accent Health to anybody considering bringing a health professional into New Zealand.

Accent Health helped me secure my first job in NZ as an Occupational Therapist when I moved here from India in 2018. The team was very helpful and made the entire process really easy for me. I’m very thankful for their support in my initial days in NZ.

Hi I am a registered nurse and I came to NZ in 2021, Accent Health reached out to me during my application and Kristin was a stalwart of information, encouragement, level headedness and helped me persevere through the paperwork and obstacles right up to securing my job at the Waikato Hospital and beyond that keeping in contact even till today. I most likely would have given up, but for Accent Health.

I’m very impressed with how helpful, supportive, and responsive this agency is. They are extremely knowledgeable and upfront about the processes, and are happy to share that information. They even provide free, live online seminars during which you can ask them questions.

Hi, I’m Clarence, Radiologist. Met Kristin in London back in 2011, and she got me a job and Residency in 6 weeks – was working 2 months larer in Palmerston North. Perfect service, highly recommended. Thanks Kristin, was the best decision in my life – had never before been to NZ and everything turned out fantastic.

Superb personalised service

Accent made the job search process easy! I highly recommend

Having worked with Accent in two different industries (Aged Care and Private Surgical), I can confirm that the service is personalised and exceptional

I’m an Occupational Therapist from the UK and came to NZ in August of 2021. The process to come to New Zealand took me three months because I already had state registration.The easiest part of the process was getting a job and a visa with thanks to Accent.The most challenging part of the process was getting a spot in MIQ.My first impressions of New Zealand were everyone here is ‘your mate’, all kind and decent types. The country is so green and beautiful, and I haven’t even seen the scenic parts yet due to lockdown.The best parts of NZ are the people and the land. My teammates are uber professional but super friendly. What I miss the most is friends and family. My advice if you are planning to come to NZ is to ‘just do it’. ’m just so happy to be here and excited to travel to all the beautiful places I keep hearing about. I plan to visit Tararua hills, then Waitomo Caves, Tongariro Crossing and Lake Taupo. Followed by the Pouakai Circuit and Rotorua because I love nature. I look forward to going to South Island at some point which everyone says is stunning. I like where I live because there is lots of green space and beautiful public parks. There is so much that’s different from the UK because everything here is about contracts. It’s so limiting and bureaucratic and hard for the client and the therapist. The essential principles of OT are the same, I love visiting clients in the community and feeling confident that I have the skills to support them to achieve their rehab goals. Thanks for making things so accessible and easy for me! Yours, Grace

My name is Jen, and I am an Occupational Therapist. I came to NZ on the 10th of September 2021 from the Philippines.

The process to come to NZ took me approximately 6 months (3 months to gather requirements for my registration with the board and 3 months for the recruitment process with ACCENT, plus preparation for the big move).

Surprisingly, the easiest part of the process was finding a job offer through ACCENT. I was intimidated by the thought at first but when I started speaking to Prudence about the steps in detail and getting guidance from her, it was a breeze! She was incredibly helpful and quick to respond to my queries which gave me the assurance I needed. I was booked for a job interview less than a week after I sent the requirements to ACCENT and got the job offer a week after! To be honest, it did catch me off guard how quick it was, but it was a pleasant surprise for sure.

My Name is Vijaya, and I am a Physiotherapist. I came to New Zealand on the 18th of March 2022 from South Africa. The process to come to NZ took me 1 year, 6months and the easiest part of the process was obtaining a job. The most challenging part of the process was waiting for passports.

I absolutely loved the beauty and safeness I felt immediately. The people I encountered were very helpful. The best parts for me are the safety and freedom the country offers me and my family. The beauty around us is a big bonus. I love the peacefulness and beauty. We feel very safe taking walks and public transport is easily accessible.

I plan to visit all parts of New Zealand, but I want to start with Rotorua and Queenstown because I have been told how beautiful the places are. I definitely miss my family and friends the most.

My advice if you are planning to come to NZ is that you must be open minded and understand that it is going to be very different from your home country. And you should embrace the culture of NZ, and not consistently compare countries, because they both have pros and cons, but it is what you make of it that matters.

The work/life balance has been one of the best parts of moving to NZ. I do not work weekends anymore which is amazing. The work culture is so different here in the sense that family time holds great importance and is never sacrificed.

Hayley at Accent was absolutely amazing in helping and encouraging me. She regularly checked in on me during the entire process and supported me when I felt frustrated. Her guidance definitely helped me secure my job.

My name is Firdaus. I came to NZ from Singapore in June 2022 with my wife Farhanah and our 2 children. We are both Radiographers/Medical Radiation Technologists (MRT).

The entire process took us about 6 months from the time we first applied to our visa approval. The easiest part of the process was the job search but the most challenging was applying for our professional registration with the MRTB and compiling the required documents.
ACCENT Health Recruitment has helped greatly in terms of the job hunt and the move itself. Kristin, our recruiter, was very knowledgeable and took great care in getting to know us both, our experience, and our preferences in work location in NZ. Kristin also helped to arrange for our interviews with the hospital, the preparation and the follow up of the entire process. She would periodically check-in with us to ask how we are even after we have settled in which was something we really appreciated as we did not know anyone here.

Our first impression of NZ was how calm it is here. What I specifically like is being able to slow down and take my time to enjoy the scenery. The area we live in is not a typically busy area and the neighbours are friendly. We do miss Singapore at times especially the food variety they had.

My Name is Nicholas, I am an Occupational Therapist. I came to NZ in March from South Africa. The process to come to NZ took me 12 months.

The easiest part of the process was job seeking and the most challenging part of the process was COVID which caused a delay in the processing of important documentation.

Accent Health Recruitment was there from day one. Not only did they ensure I had several job interviews but they checked in regularly to see how I was doing on a personal level. Prudence was my recruiter and she guided and supported me from day 1 (she still does). Professional, warm and friendly is how I would describe the level of service from Prudence and her team. There were some difficult days but Prudence was always there to help (even when she was on holiday 😊).

My Name is Nur Farhanah (Ana). I am a Radiographer/Sonographer. I came to NZ in July 2022 from Singapore. The process to come to NZ took me 6 months.

The easiest part of the process was applying for the job. The most challenging part of the process was leaving our comfort zone and exploring new places. Lots of things to learn about a new country (housing, renting, working and education). But Accent Health Recruitment really helped in those aspects.

Accent Health Recruitment gave great advice on where to relocate to in New Zealand especially since we have children below the age of 5. We’ve only knew about Auckland but with their help, there are more places we could explore for employment. They followed up with us pre and post job interviews such as how to write resume following New Zealand standard and questions future employees might ask. Even after we have settled into normal life here in New Zealand, they still check up on us. Truly an awesome recruitment agency.

My name is Marisa and I’m a Nuclear Medicine Technologist from Canada. I arrived in NZ in October 2022. The process to come to NZ took me about a year.

The easiest part of the process was the help from ACCENT Health Recruitment, more specifically Kristin. The most challenging part of the process was the waiting period between interviews, the license, and the VISA application. ACCENT Health Recruitment helped me in many different stages of my application. The process was definitely smoother thanks to Kristin’s help. I can get quite anxious, and Kristin was there to provide the right advice and support.

New Zealand received me on a sunny day with open arms. Kiwis are so welcoming and friendly!

My Name is Rebecca. I am a Physiotherapist. I came to NZ in December 2022 from the USA. I started working with ACCENT in June 2022, accepted a job offer in August 2022 and arrived in NZ in December 2022. The process to become registered with the physio board took me a long time but I decided to complete that before looking for a job.

The easiest part of the process was working with Hayley who made the job search and visa process much easier than it could have been. Making the decision to do it was pretty easy too.

The most challenging part for me was registering with the physio board. Since the NZ health system is so different from the USA system it took me a while to gather sufficient evidence for my application. I know there have been several changes since I applied but I started working on that in August 2018 and finally sent my application in January 2020. Due to COVID everything was delayed but I was finally approved in December 2020 and decided to delay the move until the border restrictions were eased.

Hayley worked with me to find a job that fit exactly what I was looking for. It was really helpful to have guidance to find the right job offer as well as with the visa process. I am still working for the same company over a year later.

My name is Jill and I’m a radiographer specialising in mammography. I came to NZ in August 2021 from the UK at the height the pandemic, the process with registering with the professional body in NZ, recruitment and immigration took about 9 months.

Kristin guided me at every stage during the recruitment process, whilst in the UK and once in NZ. On arrival in NZ, ACCENT were very much on hand with invaluable advice on all aspects of settling in the country including finding accommodation, setting up a bank account, registering with the Inland revenue and work / visa related guidance. At every stage, Kristin was prompt in responding to any questions or concerns along the way.

Our family of four moved from the USA to Christchurch, New Zealand. Packing up your entire life and moving to the other side of the world with a 2-year-old and 4-year-old is no easy task. The months before we left and after we arrived were some of the most stressful of our lives. However, now that we are settled in, we are so happy that we made the move. We absolutely love our new lives in Christchurch!

Prudence from Accent was really helpful in making this move happen. She was able to find both my husband and I amazing jobs in the same city, at the same time (which we didn’t think would be possible)! Thanks to her help, our timeline with securing jobs, getting our visas in order, and moving worked out perfectly.

Prudence’s support continued after we arrived. She and her team greeted our jetlagged family at the airport, drove us to our Airbnb, and left us with a bag of groceries. She continued to check in on us those first few months to make sure we were happy and settling in well. She even put us in contact with other local families with young children who had also recently made the move- it helped give us a sense of community in our new home!

Hi my name is Gary, I am an ODP (Anaesthetic Technician) and I made a permanent move to NZ from the UK with my wife and son. The process from my EOI until arriving in NZ took approximately 4 months.

The easiest part was getting the job! Accent sorted out my application and interview, gave me good pointers for the interview as well.

Hi, I’m Christine and I am an Anaesthetic Technician (ODP) from Liverpool, UK.

The whole process took approximately 4 months (I think, it’s all a blur) and the easiest part of the process was joining Accent Health Recruitment. Prudence was so helpful and a fountain of knowledge for all my questions! The most challenging part was organising my life into boxes to store, ship and sell – that was quite stressful.

I had already been to NZ as a student on a placement at Wellington hospital, so I had a pretty good idea of what to expect. I knew I was making a lifestyle choice.

The best bits about NZ are the people – everyone is so friendly and helpful. Both in work and in general, people have more time to just sit back and enjoy the scenery with a glass and chat about the day. Also the scenery here is fab, the water sports, the coffee is to die for and the wine isn’t too bad either.

I have managed to bag myself a wonderful apartment on the waterfront, in a very lovely area of Wellington – I do not believe I would have been able to achieve this back in the UK. It’s true what they say about Wellington, that it’s the coolest little capital in the world.

My name is Lorraine, I am currently practising as an Anaesthetic Technician, (or Operating Department Practitioner for you in the UK). I have been qualified for 10 years.

My husband Chris and our Jack Russell Terrier (George) arrived in New Zealand in May (on my dad’s birthday!). We have settled in Wellington. We put our house on the market in February and had sold in July, the whole process took us less than 12 months, from selling to arriving!.

The part that proved the most challenging was getting all my paperwork sorted for my NZ Registration, contacting different people for different things. Everything else was surprisingly easy!

We landed on a sunny Sunday afternoon in Wellington, we did have some reservations about coming to a Capital City (would it be too large? Too busy?) These reservations couldn’t have been further from the truth, it did feel big to begin with, but now it feels comfortable – cosmopolitan without the disadvantages of a large city.

I would also like to say a huge thank you to Merryl and the Accent Health Recruitment Team, your help, knowledge and support has been invaluable. Merryl did a fantastic job, looking for jobs and listening to what I had to say, and coming up with other suggestions. Her help also extended to other things not just jobs, but to great cafe’s, along with other things! Thank you again.

My name is Steven Bennett, I am an ODP from the UK. I’m practicing as an anaesthetic technician here in New Zealand.

I arrived into New Zealand 19th March 2018 with my family. We left the snow of Wigan on the 17th March to land into sunny weather in Auckland on the 19th.

The whole process took well over 2 years from my first contact with Prudence and her team to finally landing on New Zealand soil.

The easiest part was securing a job. Prudence and her team really took on board the lifestyle we wanted and pointed us in the right direction. The interview itself was very laid back, it didn’t really feel like an interview.

The most challenging aspect was definitely the application for visas

Hi, my name is Debbie. I am an ODP (Operating Department Practitioner), although in NZ I am an Anaesthetic Technician.

I moved to New Zealand from the UK. The process to come to NZ took me 6 months from when I first contacted Accent Health Recruitment and went to the Opportunities Overseas Expo in Manchester (where I met Prudence) to getting my start date.

The easiest part of the process was… all of it really! Accent were so helpful every step of the way, including getting me an interview, interview preparation, applying for registration and APC, applying for Visa, looking for accommodation in NZ, etc. They always responded to my emails promptly and even called me before and after to my interview to wish me well and see how it went.

My name is Nicola and I am working as an anaesthetic technician in New Plymouth.

I arrived with my partner from the UK at the beginning of September 2015. However, I have lived in New Zealand before and was placed in a job through Accent Health Recruitment in 2008 where I worked in Whangarei until I returned to the UK in 2013.

This time the process took about eight months from contacting Accent again. We had to wait for my partner’s residency to come through, in which we applied through the partnership category and to sell our house in the UK.

I would say the easiest part was getting the job in the place where we wanted to be, this was lucky! The hardest part (which we always laugh about) was cancelling our phone bill in the UK! Some things that seem to be easy, weren’t!

I had already lived in NZ, but was hard for us both to leave our families and knowing if you are making the right decision, but if you don’t do it you won’t know if you have made the right decision or not! It is certainly proving a challenge for my partner as he is in his late fifties and gave up a good job for the unknown.

I am an ODP (Anaesthetic Technician) who emigrated in December 2018 from Scotland to Auckland, NZ after a 7 month process with AHR.

The easiest part of the process was probably getting offered a job thanks to AHR. The most challenging part of the process was dealing with immigration and trying to establish timescales of when the visa would arrive so I could get a definitive start date for the job.

In Scotland I worked for the NHS whereas here in NZ I work in the private sector. There are definitely big differences, however the support I have received from my colleagues has been really helpful in making the transition as easy as possible .

I came with a varied background mostly in anaesthetics, the policies, equipment and the anaesthetic machines are all very similar or the same which has helped.

While there are some differences between work in NZ and back home,
even the different hospitals I worked for in Scotland did things differently, every theatre suit has its own little idiosyncrasies. There is a lot more opportunities for career progression in NZ compared to Scotland.

Our Names are Kevin and Suzanne. We came to NZ with our 5 year old son – Juan, from the Isle of Man (UK for those who don’t know where it is)

I was an ODP in the UK, and now an Anaesthetic Technician in Palmerston North in lower North Island, and Suzanne is a Midwife.

We have been in New Zealand since April this year and have been working now for 6 weeks, and enjoying new challenges. The whole process took us approximately 12 months from start to finish, mainly the delay for us was selling our house, once sold the process literally took 3 months from finding a suitable job that fitted both our needs thanks to Accent, and arriving in New Zealand.

The easiest part of the process was going to the Expo in Manchester and speaking to the team, filling out their paperwork and from there we were kept informed of everything that was required for us to make the move. Prudence was a real star when it came to keeping in touch through Skype.

My name is Brian Dickinson and I am an Anaesthetic Technician. I arrived in New Zealand from the UK and started my new job in Auckland.

We had been thinking about coming to NZ for about 5 years. I met the staff of Accent Healthcare Recruitment at a Working In NZ expo in Manchester in 2009. The help I received back then was very good, but it just was not the right time to come.

Throughout the whole process, Prue and her team at AHR have been simply brilliant in all that was required, very prompt in responding and making it feel easier than it was. The immigration process went very smoothly simply because we sent everything that was required and missed nothing out.

Throughout the whole process, Prue and her team at AHR have been simply brilliant in all that was required, very prompt in responding and making it feel easier than it was. The immigration process went very smoothly simply because we sent everything that was required and missed nothing out.

Hey fellow future New Zealand adventure seekers! I’m Lucy, an ODP, now Anaesthetic Tech (AT) originally from Leeds in the UK now living and working in Wellington NZ. I arrived in NZ September 2nd 2019. I first contacted Prue and Hayley from ACCENT HR back in January with the plan to arrive in early September, this time frame was rather generous to get things sorted but it meant nothing was done in a rush or panic.

I felt the whole experience was pretty easy. I got a working holiday visa, which was a short application form. Hayley was always an email away to give advice and help on the move. Hayley got me an interview more or less straight away when the time was right to start applying for jobs, she took the time to understand why I was moving to NZ and found me a job using her contacts that fit my needs.

If you are seriously considering making the move to NZ then I would recommend that you do it. It doesn’t have to be forever but give it a go. make your dreams a reality like we did. Its an amazing country with a lot of great opportunities for all. I would also recommend ACCENT Health Recruitment. They were a fantastic help from start to finish and the whole process would have been a lot more difficult without them, thank you Kristin and her team.

My name is Vikki and I’m an Anaesthetic Technician (ODP). I moved to Palmy (Palmerston North) on March 1st 2019. The process only took 6 months to make the move, but for about 10 months before this I researched why I wanted to move to New Zealand, the difficulties, where I’d like to settle/start and then the planning involved.

The easiest process was choosing Accent Health Recruitment, I had researched them online before a friend recommended the company and highly recommended Prudence. The most challenging part of the process was selling my flat, the sale was not completed until I had been here a month, which was quite stressful.

My first impressions of NZ was the ease of everything, the people are helpful and friendly, and things move at a much slower pace so if you are in a rush to get something done, people have time for you to help make it happen. In Palmy there is also a lot less traffic which makes life much less stressful when trying to get from A to B.

My Name is Amy and I am an Anaesthetic technician from the U.K. I arrived here in October 2019 after a three month process.

The easiest part of the process was finding a job! Once I had decided where I wanted to live (not an easy choice to make), Prudence from ACCENT came back with a job interview for me really quickly. The most challenging part of the process was collecting all my paperwork for my professional registration, there was just so much! My advice if you are planning to come to NZ is be organised, there’s a lot to do. I had a to-do list and worked through it systematically.

My first impressions of NZ were that the people are the friendliest I’ve ever met, I came on my own not knowing anyone and I have been so well supported by everyone I have met. The weather currently is also a real highlight as it’s summer! The seasonal fruit and veg is also great, I’m sure it tastes better!

My name is Andrew and I am an Operating Department Practitioner from Tottenham, North London. I arrived in NZ in June 2019 where I began work as an Anaesthetic technician in Auckland, New Zealand.

This move has been ongoing since 2015. We were tired of the struggles of London life and it just became too expensive and not feasible to own a home or build a good life. We considered moving outside of London but would not have improved our relationship or working lives. So we looked further afield and considered a few options ie. Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Australia. But we decided NZ would be the most fiable option that matches our lifestyle and future goals. We came over for a holiday in February 2018 and travelled the North Island. We came to see for ourselves if NZ was as advertised and rumoured to be. We spent the time having a look and feel where we’d like to settle and find a home.

We finally managed the move in 2019 and it has not failed to be the reality we had dreamt of as a family. Finding a job was the easiest part; ACCENT helped with employment and advised on how to take things forward in terms of finding migration agents to complete the necessary paperwork – which was quite tedious and requires patience and time!

I’m Calum, an Operating Department Practitioner from Birmingham, U.K., and have been working as an Anaesthetic Technician in Auckland, NZ, since May 2019.

I used Accent Health Recruitment Agency to get the job, and they were great with advising on all things emigration. I came on a working holiday visa, however I have applied for a work to residency visa. I had never been to NZ before, but had a small bit of knowledge about the country, mainly through watching sport and reading travel books before I came out. The lifestyle is what appealed to me mainly, I love the outdoors, sport and a laid back life, all of these things I thought NZ could provide. Before I came out, I asked lots of questions to my work, the job recruitment company and people who I knew had been/were in NZ, doing the job I do or other jobs, so I would know what to expect.

The easiest part of the process was the visa application. It only took a day or so, but this was because of the visa I applied for, whereas the professional registration took a few weeks, just because of the amount of paperwork I had to complete. Once I had all my registration, I had an interview and job within 2 weeks.

Prudence at Accent Healthcare helped a lot with our immigration process and did the rest of the relocation steps ourselves. At the time of applying for residency, it seemed like there was a lot of paperwork and things to arrange, look up and pay for. You’re allocated a case worker so the process is made easier by dealing with the one person who is familiar with all your details.

We genuinely feel privileged to live in NZ. We love the long summers, the balmy evenings and the can do attitude. Some difference from the UK is that it’s less of a rat race. Having worked in the healthcare system back in the UK and over here there is definitely less of a hierarchy/class system with consultant doctors and the rest of us. We tend to spend much more of our leisure time outdoors than we ever did in the UK.

My name is Ann Cooper, I am a theatre nurse from England, and came to New Zealand. The process took just over 12 months from expression of interest to visa granting.

The easiest part of the process was actually getting a job. Accent Health Recruitment were very good and kept in touch all through the process, arranging two interviews via the telephone, and advising on what kind of questions were likely to be asked. I was actually offered both jobs.

The team at Accent Health Recruitment did over and above what I thought recruitment agencies offer and helped me settle in to the country. I still message one of the girls and keep in touch every now and then! Great team!

I became aware of Accent Health Recruitment at a NZ Expo and made contact with them to help me to find a job as a midwife in either Christchurch or Dunedin.

I had an initial interview with Kristin in London and she was able to use her local contacts in Christchurch to arrange a telephone interview with the Charge Midwife Managers at Christchurch Women’s Hospital. It was strange being interviewed when I was sitting in my kitchen in the UK at ten o clock at night but I was successful and a verbal offer was made that night!

This process was extremely well coordinated by Accent Health Recruitment and the extra email and telephone contact from them gave me confidence and support at what was probably the most tentative part of the emigration journey.

I found Accent Health Recruitment so helpful. I would highly recommend them to help anyone look for a job here because you will get loads of support when you arrive. They offered to help me with accommodation and contacted me on arrival in New Zealand to see if I needed anything.

I found Accent Health Recruitment at an Expo in Leeds last October. I had wanted to move to New Zealand for a while but wasn’t sure how to go about it Accent Health Recruitment helped me with every step & found me my job in Wellington.

I arrived in Wellington June 2009 & on my first day here I went to watch the All Blacks match against France! I was met at the Airport by the manager of my new ward and taken to see my new place of work.

I like working as a Registered Nurse in Wellington. I’m working on a Bi-cultural ward & I really enjoy learning about new cultures and putting this into practice.

The process to come to New Zealand took me approximately eleven months.
The easiest part of the process was getting a job offer and having lots of relevant information and internet links provided by Accent health recruitment.

The easiest part of the process was ….to contact Merryl all the time I needed. She was available 24/7! It was easy to follow step by step her suggestions and advice. The most challenging part of the process was to be ready for the job interview because English is not my first language and I was very scared.

Accent Health Recruitment made the job search very easy and could give fantastic info and help to decide on location. They did all the arrangements regarding job interview and took care of all the paperwork to get to me from my new employer in Timaru.

Accent Health Recruitment also made our arrival smooth – arranged our initial accommodation, had a phone with NZ sim set up and made sure I got in touch with my new employer and provided helpful information where and how to look for a rental in Timaru. I felt I could always turn to Prudence and her team with any question regarding our big move and that gave us a great sense of support and reassurance. Even after our arrival she followed up on us and made sure we had everything we needed.

It is the quality of the assignments I look for when I take a job, and nursing in NZ has been one of my best assignments ever as far as work atmosphere and the quality of my working peers goes. Hi, my name is Bill and I am a US travel nurse specialised in emergency care.

I arrived in NZ in June after a 15 month tour of work in Australia, but am originally from the USA. The process to come to NZ took me a matter of months – I’d always wanted to come to NZ so I initially registered here with the NZNC several years ago, and I have made it to NZ this year with my wife.

The easiest part of the process was getting the actual job as the recruitment consultants helped a lot. The most challenging part of the process was gathering up all the initial paperwork required for the initial registration application, then the visa.

The easiest part of the process was getting the job! Merryl let me know which hospitals had vacancies and gave me loads of options. I was lucky enough to be able to visit the towns and cities to see which had vacancies and determine whether I would be happy to live there! The day before I had my Skype interview I had a practice one with the lovely Merryl. The practice interview meant I offloaded all the anxiety about completing an interview on Skype. As a result I was much more relaxed when I had my real interview the following day and actually enjoyed it!

My name is Nikos Hollis and I’m a Registered Nurse from the state of Colorado, USA. I moved to New Zealand with my wife and two small children in September of 2012 to a job as an RN in the Timaru Hospital Emergency Department.

Accent Health Recruitment provided an incredible service in getting myself and my family over, and in ironing out all of the details that were involved. I initially got in touch with them 18 months before we wanted to arrive after reading several of the case studies on their websites and they definitely lived up to their reputation.

My name is Gemma and I am a Registered Nurse. I came to NZ in January 2015 from the UK.

The whole process from start to finish took me approx. 12 months. The easiest part was getting the job and the visa. The most challenging and time consuming part was getting the NZ nursing registration.

I arrived in NZ in summer- it had been about to snow when I left the UK, so the heat was the first thing that hit me! When I started at my job the team were very friendly and helpful, and everyone was a lot more relaxed then my old work place in the UK.

Accent Health Recruitment provided an excellent service. Without them I would have found it a lot harder to find a job. They were there every step of the way, even providing me with practice interview questions which were great and really helped with my interview. I can’t recommend them enough. Thank you to the team at accent.

My Name is Nicola I am a Paediatric Nurse. I came to NZ in October from the UK and the process to come to NZ took me approximately 6 months.

The easiest part of the process was getting a working holiday visa and the most challenging part of the process was registering with the nursing council.

My first impressions of NZ were how friendly everyone is! When I started my new job, the staff were welcoming and genuinely warm and friendly.

Hi, my name is Nichola and I am a registered nurse from the UK. I was recommended by a friend to get in touch with Accent Health Recruitment to assist with my ambition of working in New Zealand.

The Accent Health Recruitment team, in particular Kristin, were helpful and supportive. I arrived in Auckland from the UK and from the very beginning, Kristin was there on the end of the phone/email, answering all my questions! As I was traveling alone, this was very reassuring and settling for me.

Hi there, my name is Bernadette. I am a Registered Nurse and I worked as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner in ED for the NHS in the UK before coming to NZ.

When I initially came to NZ in 2013, I worked as a Registered Nurse at an Urgent Care Facility in Christchurch. Then in early 2015 I obtained the Clinical Nurse Leader post there and love it!

The nursing profession in NZ differs greatly from the UK. Advanced nursing roles were well established back in the UK, in NZ there are only a handful of Nursing Practitioners. The NP role in NZ is not an easy pathway to take on and would have meant that I had to start again with studying at Masters Level as my skills as were not transferable. Initially I started the process and obtained a level 8 paper in Advanced Health Assessment before I obtained my current post.
The easiest part of the process was, (once I had made the decision to emigrate) the step by step advice from Accent Health Recruitment. It was good to trust that I was getting the right advice I needed at the right stage.

My Name is Laura Allan, I am a Community Palliative Care Nurse. I came to NZ in February from the UK. The process to come to NZ took me almost a year.

The easiest part of the process was getting my job. The most challenging part of the process was getting my registration with the nursing council.

My first impressions of NZ were beautiful but a lot of development around South Auckland. The best parts of NZ are the beaches, weather, the activities available and affordability.

What I miss the most is decent sausages, my parents’ dog, knowing how to get to places.

My advice if you are planning to come to NZ is come here for a holiday first unless you are only coming short term.

So far it’s been the best thing we could ever have done. Yes we miss family but it’s a great destination for them to visit.

Thank you very much to Prudence – without you I think I would still be buried in mounds of paperwork and applications!!!!!

Hi Everyone.
My name is Sadie, I am a Midwife and I came to NZ from the UK in January. The process to come to NZ took me 24 months from start to finish.

The easiest part of the process was talking to the girls at Accent – so helpful with all my big and little questions. The most challenging part of the process was preparing my children for the move, saying goodbye to good friends and family.

My first impressions of NZ were: Good people, friendly and helpful. Open to talk.

The best parts of NZ are: THE SPACE!!!! Beach, parks – the kids love the outdoors!

Hey, my name is Niki. I am a Registered ICU Nurse. I came to NZ in June 2016 from the UK. The process to come to NZ took me many months to plan but once I actively started the wheels in motion it took around 9 months to get everything in place.

The easiest part of the process was the job search and interview stage. Merryl helped me through it all, don’t think I would have go through it all without her help and support. The most challenging part of the process was getting my transcripts from my universities to complete my nursing registration, talk about stressful and time consuming!

Hi everyone.
My name is Wiebke and I am a registered nurse. I am originally from Germany and have lived the past 6 years in Cornwall/UK with my hubby Tim, the Cornish man.

Two and a half years ago, Tim and I decided we would like to settle down in New Zealand. We both spent over 12 month there on a work and travel visa ten years ago and this is where we actually met: at cape kidnappers on a golf course working as green keepers; as you do.

It was good that we gave ourselves a two year window to get everything sorted, because it took us about 23 month. The longest bit was getting my nurse registration. As I have trained in Germany, the nursing collage found it difficult to provide the correct paperwork. So it went back and forth a little bit and then my police certificate run out and so on and so on. I hindsight I could of probably been a bit more organised but I did not think it was overall that difficult. Nevertheless, with perseverance and help from Accent Health Recruitment and our visa adviser I had it in my hand after about 13 month. The rest of the time was selling the house, organizing shipment and of course getting that job offer!!!!

Merryl has been an incredible help. She knows everything!!! She prepared me so well, that I nailed my first interview and got a job offer. She gave me lots of tips and advice and even skyped me just before the interview to see if I am still breathing and that there was no dirty laundry in the background. LOL.

Hi, my name is Elvis and I am a Registered Nurse. I came to New Zealand on the 21st of May.

After being registered with the New Zealand Nursing Council, the process to come to New Zealand took me around 5 months. The easiest part of the process was having an interview, and Kristin from Accent did a very good job here, always providing support and prompt feedback. The most challenging part of the process was registering with the New Zealand Nursing Council.

My first impressions of New Zealand were that this country is extremely beautiful, with lots of friendly people who are very easy going, helpful and interactive. For me the best parts of New Zealand are the various spectacular surf spots and the Southern Alps.

My name is Annette Holden and I am a UK registered nurse, who came to New Zealand in August 2014, this process took about one year.
The easiest part of the process was working with Accent Health Recruitment and buying the plane tickets! The most challenging part of the process was getting my visa and the high cost of emigrating.

My first impressions of NZ were what a beautiful place, nice people and the scenery is just lovely. The photo attached was taken at Lake Tekapo and as I write this, I am sitting at the beach with my family eating fish and chips LIFE IS GOOD!

My Name is Katherine, I am a Nurse and I came to NZ in February from England. The process to come to NZ took me approximately 12 months.

The easiest part of the process was getting a visa from immigration, this took only 4 days! The most challenging part of the process was gathering the information required by the nursing council of New Zealand.

My first impressions of NZ were sunny! It has a very friendly atmosphere, people are very welcoming and sometimes go out of their way to help you if they know you are new to the area. There is not much public transport between areas and so getting around the country with no car can be a challenge.

Hi there! My name is Jamie and I am a Registered Nurse from Canada. My wife Gillian, and I arrived in March 2016 and I am working as an ED nurse here in Christchurch.

The process to come to NZ took me approximately seven months from start to finish. The easiest part of the process I found, was the communication with Accent Health Recruitment and the most challenging part was finding a job to fit our specific timeline.

My first impression of NZ was that New Zealand is the most beautiful country I have ever been to! We are loving every minute of our time here. The people are friendly, warm, and welcoming. It did not take us long to make connections and we are seriously considering extending our visa to stay longer.
The scenery in NZ (especially in the South Island) it is magnificent and Kiwis’ focus on work/life balance is like no other!

We are Kelly and Filipa, we came to New Zealand in March 2015 from the UK (however Filipa is originally from Portugal)

It took 1 year exactly from meeting Prudence at the London expo to when we boarded the plane in Heathrow

Easiest part of the process: having the guidance and help of Accent Health Recruitment, especially Pru – she gave us so much advice and help, from the initial skype informing us what to do first to the prep for the interview, and eventually the help once we arrived in NZ (and everything that happened in the middle for the year it took). Prue was just brilliant, helping us find a job, a place to stay, giving us contacts, an address for NZ and recently meeting for coffee to chat.

My name is Anna, I am a Theatre Nurse from Southampton in the United Kingdom. I came to NZ in April 2017 and I am now based in Christchurch, NZ. The process to come to NZ took me a relaxed 10 months, I wasn’t rushing at all!

I found the whole process fairly straightforward, Prudence was always on hand via email or a skype session to help with anything. Having her experience and knowledge was invaluable!

The easiest part of the process was making the decision to emigrate, though having made this decision I was extremely impatient to get on the plane! The hardest part of the process was making the decision to risk coming to NZ with a one way flight and no job or work visa! I had to trust that my own skill and experience to get work within 6 months; and of course the contacts, experience and support of Kristin and Merryl at Accent was essential. Myself and my partner viewed it as a back to front retirement, and funded our trip with our savings. We did have a contingency plan in case I was unsuccessful in getting a job and visa within 6 months.

Hi I’m Erika,

An ED nurse from good ol’ Southern California. I arrived to the beautiful land of New Zealand December 2015. The entire process to get here, to say the least, took about 6 months. Prudence and the rest of the Accent Health Team were available as well as more than helpful during the entire process. It’s difficult to say what the easiest part was in terms of experience; I feel the entire process was relatively easy, just time consuming. The challenging part was reminding people to finish reference letters, emails, and schools to send credentials.

I came to NZ with my family in January 2017 from Essex, England.

The process to come to NZ took me around 12-13 months. The easiest part of the process was getting a job, Merryl was amazing and helped me get my CV New Zealand ready and getting used to Skype! She also helped me prep for interviews and understand the differences between the NZ and UK process (i.e. NZ employers want to know more about you as a person as well as your clinical skills).

My experience with Accent was awesome. Prudence was with me all the way through and never have I felt that I was alone doing the process. The feedback from my employer was fast after the interview and everything went well with my work visa. In a few months time, I will be applying for Permanent Residency as I am loving it here and have no plans to go back home anytime soon.

I came to NZ in August, 2018 from the U.S. after a year-long process. It was really challenging dealing with my former nursing school, but I had expected getting my clinical hours converted into something understandable would be a laborious process, which it was.

Luckily, the job interview itself was the easy part. ACCENT (especially Hayley) prepared me well. My first impression of New Zealand was that the people are friendly and easy to get along with. The Northland is green and the weather awesome. If you are a gardener, you’ll love it here. I haven’t had a chance to spend much time outside of the northern part of the country, but Northland is a great place to live and work. The forests and beaches draw folks from all over the world for good reason.

My Name is Clare I am a Midwife I came to NZ in August 2018 from Scotland, UK.

The process to come to NZ took me 6 months (from accumulating enough experience to apply to the NZ Midwifery Council to starting my role in NZ.)

The easiest part of the process was the job hunt! Prudence at Accent Health did all the leg work of securing, setting up interviews, and took time out to do mock interviews over skype which made the real thing (also via skype) much less daunting. Happily in my case, my first interview lead to a job offer.

The most challenging part of the process was: There is a lot of paperwork and time required putting together a portfolio and submitting all the required paperwork to the NZ Midwifery Council to gain registration, but I decided to look on it as a worthwhile reflective and professional development activity.

My Name is Lucy and I am a Registered Nurse in Child Health. I came to NZ in February 2019 from the United Kingdom. The process to come to NZ took me 9 months in total.

The easiest part of the process was finding a job- ACCENT listened to exactly where I wanted to work and found a job really quickly and prepped me for my interview really well. The most challenging part of the process was collecting all the documents (especially references) for my NZ registration.

My husband, Rob, and I had our hearts set on coming to New Zealand after seeing the AHR team twice at a few immigration expos in our home city of Liverpool.

As my role is very specialised, I was worried I would never be able to get a job in NZ. The emigration process is frustrating but stick with it. I used to go onto the Down Under webinars wondering why we weren’t getting anywhere with the whole thing but suddenly things fell into place and we moved very quickly once the VISA’s were through.

One day, I received the best possible news; a role had popped up for me in New Zealand and they wanted to interview me! The ACCENT team were so great and organised the whole thing; even guiding me through the arduous registration process of the Nurse’s Council.

My name is Lindsey and I’m a registered nurse from Scotland, UK. I came to NZ on August 5th this year as my partner is a kiwi and we decided to settle and live our life in this country. It probably took me about 8 months to get everything sorted for NZ. I submitted my residency visa application during the busiest period so that took a bit longer.

The easiest part of the process was definitely the job finding/applying/interview. Hayley from Accent made everything so simple and easy – she was the beacon of knowledge for me! My interview went so well and I have her to thank for that. She ensured I was thoroughly prepared and was in touch through the whole process. I got my number 1 choice job and location. It was also a lovely touch coming home after my first day to a wee box of “good luck” goodies.

My Name is Marjorie and I am an Intellectual Disability Nurse. I came to NZ in May 2019 from the U.K. after a 32 month process.

The easiest part of the process was the Skype interviews. I felt that I could ask any questions and not be embarrassed, and I felt as if I knew the managers already because they were warm, approachable and friendly. They also arranged the interview at a time that was convenient for both of us.

During my training as a midwife I knew I wanted to work abroad with my job. I decided early on that the heat and creepy crawlies in Australia were enough to put me off living there; so I decided to give New Zealand a go after hearing only amazing things about it.

The team at ACCENT Health helped me to find a job before I left the U.K. and put me in touch with ASB bank to set up a bank account upon arrival. I saved for a couple of years before moving to cover my costs; however I found it a great help knowing I had a job lined up beforehand as it took off a lot of financial pressure. The registration process to become a registered midwife in NZ was lengthy, but the visa application process was thankfully very easy and only took about a week to arrive. I’m currently on a two year work visa and may apply for residency once this has run out.

My Name is Katie, I am a Registered Nurse, ICU. I came to NZ on the 18 March, 2021 from California, USA. The process to come to NZ took me roughly 15 months.

The easiest part of the process was working with Accent Health. They really helped the job search as I had no clue what to look for or where to look. They helped with applications and made sure I was ready for an interview. The most challenging parts of the process were gathering and submitting all the documentation to New Zealand and the waiting!

My absolute first impression of NZ was HUMID! As my family and I got off the plane in Auckland, the humidity was a bit suffocating, but it improved as we went South. We got on another plane to Christchurch where we did MIQ. The weather was warm, tolerably humid, and the air was so clean and fresh. The other thing that struck me was how few sirens we were hearing compared to Los Angeles–and our MIQ hotel was near a big hospital! After getting out of MIQ and being in normal life, I was struck by how amazing the country really is. I’m surrounded by people who care about each other and the environment. As we’ve done some traveling, I’m in awe of the landscapes–the photos don’t do it justice. I can finally see the stars at night again and it makes me so happy!

I came to NZ on the 14th of December 2020 from the UK, then did two weeks in managed isolation in Auckland. We were released on the 28th of December. The process from start to finish took around 6 months, once I had a job offer.

The easiest part of the process for me was putting my trust in the people who are experts in their role, so the emigration group looked after our visa application, they kept us fully informed and up to date with what we needed to do and what information to provide, they were amazing, and this was one less thing for my partner and I to do. I went through ACCENT to help me find a job and I dealt with Kristin, who was fantastic, she kept in touch all the time. If you emailed her, she would get back to you straight away and she was so knowledgeable about the whole process which made my life so much easier, top service.

My name is Elissa, and I am a registered nurse in the Emergency Department. I came to New Zealand on March 18th with my husband and three kids (7, 2 and almost 1 year old) from the United States. I started the process at the end of May 2021. The easiest part of the process was how clearly everything was laid out in terms of the steps I needed to do. The hardest part was getting my university to send in the required paperwork to CGFNS.

Kristin at Accent was my recruiter and she walked me through everything, from an initial phone call to emails with random questions, to some panic on my part with all the changing isolation requirements, to making sure myself and my family were settled once we arrived.

It took me about 8 months to arrive in NZ only because it was in the midst of the pandemic. Lockdowns made the process difficult, especially the need to settle documents both from the Philippines and Singapore, however with the help of Prudence she made the process much much easier. Getting a job was never an issue. Prudence got a job interview for me, and I was hired right there and then. (She was even around during my interview ☺ )

My first impression of NZ was how beautiful the sky is. Weird as it sounds but it’s true. I loved that it is pretty laid back and has stunning sceneries. Heaps of beautiful places to hike, explore and will always be in awe of the landscapes. I have already visited quite a number of places and Christchurch will always be home for me 😍.

My name is Grace, a registered nurse from the UK, originally from the Philippines. My whole family arrived in New Plymouth, New Zealand on the 24th of May 2022. The whole process of coming to NZ took me two years from the time I started preparing for my English exam (OET), CGFNS application, and NCNZ registration.

The easiest part of the process was getting a job offer. Thanks to expert Hannah from AHR, who has made my job hunt and interview a really quick and easy task for me. I even had a great job opportunity offer out of that which was amazing. However, the most challenging part was completing all the documents required for the nursing registration. This is due to the pandemic that makes it so difficult. As soon as I got the job offer everything went so quick as AHR guided me every step of the way.

My name is Kay and I am a registered nurse from Singapore. My country of origin is Myanmar. I came to Auckland on the 18th of July, 2022. The process to come to New Zealand took me around six months.
I started off with CGFNS application, followed by registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. I would say that CGFNS application was the most challenging stage because there was so much effort involved in getting all the documents verified. While waiting for the NCNZ’s case manager to assess my application, I contacted ACCENT Health Recruitment as recommended by my friend from Wellington.

My recruiter, Hannah, responded to my email and set up ZOOM meeting to guide me through the whole process. Thanks to Hannah, I found a suitable job within a short period of time. I believe ACCENT’s workflow ensures that the candidate as well as the necessary documents are well-prepared for the upcoming interviews. Hence, hunting job was extremely smooth and definitely the easiest part of my migration journey. Hannah continued to guide and support me until I settled in my new job.

Thank you, Kristen, for all your help with my recruitment process, despite the time differences she was always ready to answer my questions whether that was via email, telephone, or WhatsApp. She arranged my job interviews and sent my CV out to prospective employers. Incredibly patient and supportive during times where I felt like giving up because it is honestly not a fast process and can be incredibly daunting to be begin with.

My first impressions of NZ were that it was Beautiful! The scenery is absolutely stunning it’s very different to the UK – more so than I imagined so be prepared for the culture shock. Everyone has been so friendly; I’ve had a colleague let me borrow a car and surplus crockery donations and dinner invitations and been made to feel very welcome as a whole.

My Name is Cristina. I am a Registered Nurse. I came to NZ in April 2022 from the UK (but I am originally from Spain). The process to come to NZ took me about 18 months from starting with the Nurse Registration through CGFNS until I reached NZ.
The easiest part of the process was the interviews process. Prudence really helped sorting out the interviews for me and contacting the hospitals I was interested in, as well as helping me prepare for the zoom interview.

My name is Birgitte (most people call me Gita). I’m a theatre nurse. I came to New Zealand in May, 2022 from the United States. The process took me 10 months (I had to get my Bachelor of Nursing degree in order to practice in New Zealand, which I did at an accelerated pace online).

The easiest part of the process was the interview! I had one interview in my preferred location and was offered the position. The most challenging part of the process was dealing with CGFNS, the company that vetted my credentials. All credentials had to be sent via snail mail and the paperwork they require is painfully specific. It took several months for them to complete my application and forward it to New Zealand Nursing Council. Accent Health supported me every step of the way in this process. Prudence is my recruiter and there is no way I could have done this without her. She answered every email quickly, answered all my questions (probably the same ones multiple times), and calmed me down when I was freaking out!

ACCENT Health Recruitment helped my process to come to NZ because I worked with Hayley, and she was phenomenal. She was really interested in helping me find a good fit for my experience, and she gave me good advice on the things I should do to start becoming more aware of the cultural differences. She was always easy to contact if I had any questions and has kept in touch to make sure I have been adjusting.

My name is Bella, I am a midwife. I came to NZ on the 28th of May 2022 from The Netherlands (Holland). The process to come to NZ took me 18 months in total.

The easiest part of the process was deciding to go for it and thinking about all the adventures I was going to have! The most challenging part of the process was, grinding through all the paperwork (took me a good while!) and then waiting for everything to come through…

I couldn’t have done it without ACCENT Health Recruitment, they told me what to do and when – and pushed me when I needed to be pushed. My recruiter was Prudence (aka my guardian angel).
My first impressions of NZ were that it was extremely welcoming and friendly people, and an insanely beautiful country and SO clean!! I specifically like the work-life balance and amazing nature just around the corner. I can’t choose the best parts of New Zealand!

My Name is Debbie. I am a Clinical Manager. I came to New Zealand in July 2022 from Ireland. The process to come to New Zealand took me 10 months.

The easiest part of the process was getting a job. The most challenging part of the process was the nursing registration. Hayley from ACCENT Health Recruitment helped me secure a position with Ryman Healthcare and I was also offered a role within the CCDHB. Hayley was also a massive help in chasing up my registration with the nursing council and also my visa !!!

My first impressions of NZ were the amazing landscapes and beautiful beaches. We were also very lucky to see an Ireland v All Blacks Rugby game when we first arrived, which was fantastic.

Hannah from ACCENT Health Recruitment was my recruiter, she was awesome. She held my hand throughout the entire process from start to finish and even after. She continued to check in after I was in New Zealand and helped to ease my concerns while I was waiting on my husband and son’s visas to be approved.
The best parts of New Zealand are the people, hands down! The people of New Zealand are some of the nicest and generous people I have ever met.

The easiest part of the process was looking at employment opportunities, interview and accepting the job. The most challenging part of the process was going through the Nurse Practitioner international application process for registration in NZ with the Nursing Council. The process was very long and time consuming for an internationally trained and qualified health care professional. Added a lot of stressful moments during my first year in NZ.

From day one Prudence from ACCENT Health Recruitment was awesome. Great communication and support. Very informative with tips and important details during this process. Quick to respond and offer advice.
My first impressions of NZ were it’s beautiful nature. Very welcoming and lots of support from locals and schools to assist us in settling in as stress free as possible.

Once I started the process to move to New Zealand it took me about 12 months to complete. The most difficult part was waiting for each step to get approved by the CGFNS. The easiest part was applying for jobs with the help of ACCENT. My recruiter was Kristin. She helped to submit applications, prepare for interviews, and communication with the hospitals. Kristin was also available to answer any questions I had about the application process for my nursing license and work visa.

Hannah from ACCENT Health Recruitment guided me through each step of the way, checked in frequently, and really without Hannah’s help, I wouldn’t be here!
My first impressions of NZ were that it is peaceful, calm and they have VERY KIND people! I specifically like the picturesque views everywhere. I think the best parts of NZ are the kiwis. People are so so kind here. We took a mini road trip to Wanaka and Lake Tekapo, next we are driving up to Christchurch to visit a family friend.

We contacted Kristin at Accent Healthcare when we were looking to work in NZ. She helped us with looking for jobs, securing interviews and sorting out immigration. Having Kristin there to keep everything organised and coordinated really streamlined the process and made everything much smoother. Would recommend again in an instant

Prudence at Accent Healthcare helped a lot with our immigration process and did the rest of the relocation steps ourselves. At the time of applying for residency, it seemed like there was a lot of paperwork and things to arrange, look up and pay for. You’re allocated a case worker so the process is made easier by dealing with the one person who is familiar with all your details.

Loved the process with Accent
My advice to anyone planning on making the move, go for it! You have nothing left to lose and everything to gain. It’s a beautiful country and I’m so happy to call it my home for now.

ACCENT Health Recruitment helped my process to come to NZ because Hannah spelled it out so well and made it clear what was needed. There’s no way I could’ve figured out all the little steps and necessary documents without her.

My recruiter is Prudence (together with her wonderful, amazing team) – made it all happen for us right from the very beginning and we will forever be grateful. ☺❤️

My first contact with ACCENT was with Prudence, who was introduced to me by an ex-colleague. Prudence helped him secure a job in NZ previously and when he heard I have intentions to move to NZ, he highly recommended Prudence to me. From the 1st contact I made with Prudence; she has never failed to make me feel so assured in my NZ application process. Prudence has been in this line for many years and has a wealth of experience helping healthcare workers move to NZ. Though there are hiccups and difficulties along the way, Prudence and her team are always there to lend their help and advice. I can’t thank them enough!

I contacted Kristin at ACCENT Health Recruitment to assist with employment opportunities. She was amazing throughout the whole process, she stayed in regular contact, providing advice & really listened to my areas of preferences. I only had 1 interview for a surgical ward in Whangārei & was offered the position almost immediately. I’m sure Kristen’s pre-interview coaching helped significantly.

Our recruiter was Hayley. Accent was instrumental in preparing us for all steps of the process. We had several zoom calls to discuss the process prior to starting everything. Then many check ins along the way. When it was time for interviews Accent helped prep us for what to expect. Accent followed up with employers leading to multiple job offers in multiple locations. Upon arrival, Accent checked on us shortly after we arrived and even gave us some common Kiwi groceries for our first days.

Phenomenal people, phenomenal recruiters. If I end up working abroad, it will be in NZ and it will be due to the Prudence and Kristin.

ACCENT were fantastic every step of the way, and the hardest part of the move was deciding which job to take! I had to weigh up the different pros and cons of each and having not lived in New Zealand before.

I think I first contacted Prudence around April of 2019, but my family and I had been thinking of moving to NZ for years. It was not a decision we took lightly.

The easiest part of the process was the long flight with air NZ from Texas to Aukland with two kids! Air NZ was really fabulous, we booked two sky couches and the babies slept most of the flight! The most challenging part of the process was selling everything in the states and saying good bye to family and friends.

NZ is so beautiful and people are so kind. The people, culture and lifestyle are easily the best parts about it. It really is as wonderful as you dream it to be.

The easiest part of the process was making a robust connection with ACCENT. Throughout it all ACCENT provided prompt accurate advice and support.
My first impressions of NZ were excellent, friendly people and always willing to help. A bit more expensive than UK but more relaxed. The best parts are the relaxed living and focus on down-time.

The easiest part of the process was working with our Accent recruiter Kristin who guided us through the whole process and being able to fall back on her for questions and solving problems. Finding a job was also very easy.

My first impressions of NZ were incredibly beautiful landscapes and nature, plants, trees, birds, beaches. We arrived in summer and weather was very pleasant: warm but not too hot as the nights are bringing cool air to refresh. People are relaxed, easy-going, friendly, curious, always in for a chat or lending a helping hand. We soon found out that punctuality is more relaxed too; if someone promises it will be done in 2 days, you might as well think it could easily be 4 or 5 days or not happen at all.

The easiest part of the process was going through our agent, Prudence, who helped me through every step of the way. The most challenging part of the process was that there were many forms to fill and IELTS to sit for. IELTS is not difficult but is still an exam, nonetheless.

My first impressions of NZ were that it is naturally beautiful, and I think the best parts of NZ are the space and freedom that comes with it.

Prudence found me a great job in the area I wanted to work. She was attentive to my needs, my strengths and I feel that she was insightful and a strong advocate for me. I’m very happy with my new job, and feel that I am being paid reasonably for my labors. Thank you Prudence!

What I love about NZ is the incredible landscape and very easy going people.
My patients are very appreciative of my time and expertise, curious about my personal history and respectful of my time.

The best part of NZ is their interest in culture and world events, even folks you might not expect this in — farmers and contractors.
I miss my immediate family and very close friends in the US.

he people and staff have been accepting, kind, helpful, and a pleasure to work with. My shifts here are MUCH less stressful (and I leave work at the end of my shift instead of staying to chart for 2 hours). Still adjusting to a new location but I think with time I’ll really love the improved work/life balance. The doctors I work with understand the importance of life outside of work. In the US I saw some people connect their complete identity to “being a doctor.” Here, it is what you do but not who you are. Come to New Zealand, it’s amazing.

ACCENT Health Recruitment helped my process to come to NZ as they gave me a structured framework and guided me every step of the way – from the start and even to the day I was coming over. Prudence was my recruiter.

The process to come to NZ took me 12 months. The easiest part of the process was working with my ACCENT Health Recruiter. The most challenging part of the process was MCNZ vocational registration.

Prudence was my recruiter. She was incredible. She offered all the knowledge and guidance I needed to make this dream successful. She was in touch within minutes and her promptness made the process go quickly and smoother. She was proactive in finding a job for me instead of waiting for them to be listed. She helped prepare me for the job interview. She also helped me with the visas, and I didn’t need an immigration officer. Most of all, she made me feel like I was her top priority, was so professional and super friendly.

Prudence at Accent was so helpful along the way and had contacts to help with everything you could ask for. The paperwork works once you have everything lined up. The welcome package and regular check in after I arrived was great too!

The easiest part of the process was securing the interview. The most challenging part of the process was navigating the paperwork for MCNZ registration and Immigration New Zealand visa application. My recruiter was Prudence. With her experience and contacts, she made getting job interviews really easy.

My recruiter at ACCENT Health Recruitment was the wonderful Prudence Thomson who immediately gave the impression that she recognizes our specific needs and the complexities in the process, was exceptionally nice, forthcoming, and very optimistic in the outset. We received guidance about the overall process, outlining the different steps and our tasks in each step, provided us with templates and revised the documents, found job openings, and organized online interviews with potential employers.

A great agency who is helpful and work really well with all medical professionals to assist them to come to NZ – highly recommended

Accent Health have been incredible from the moment I made contact with them, to setting foot in New Zealand, and with check-ins here and there since my arrival. All of my questions were answered and I felt at ease every step of the way. I would definitely recommend them!

Great Recruitment Agency

Our process was so easy with Prudence and the entire team at Accent Health Recruitment on our side. They had so much expertise through the entire process and we were so happy to have them in our corner. I highly recommend if you’re looking to migrate into NZ. I can’t say enough great things about this company.

Always professional, always helpful and just wonderful people who make everything seem so effortless even though I know the work they put in!!

Will always recommend to anyone that is looking for a trustworthy and ethical business that treats everyone with kindness and excellence in customer service.

Accent do a great job of looking after their candidates

Great Company, highly recommend to all.

The best recruiting team

The best tram

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Accent Health Recruitment for their exceptional support and guidance throughout my journey of obtaining my New Zealand nursing license and securing employment in New Zealand.

From the very beginning, the team at Accent Health Recruitment demonstrated professionalism, dedication, and genuine care. They assisted me through each step of the nursing registration process with the Nursing Council of New Zealand, offering clear advice, timely updates, and encouragement when things felt overwhelming.

What stood out most was their personalized approach—they truly understood my goals and matched me with the right job opportunity that aligned with my skills and aspirations. Their support didn’t end with job placement; they continued to check in and offer assistance as I transitioned into my new role and life in New Zealand.

I wholeheartedly recommend Accent Health Recruitment to any nurse looking to move to New Zealand. Their expertise and commitment made all the difference in my journey, and I’m incredibly thankful for their role in helping me achieve this milestone.

Would be deserved winners.
Certainly have been an asset to our health system.

These guys are the clear leader in health recruitment. They change so many people’s lives for the better and provide a priceless service to the New Zealand health industry.

Amazing team..Kudos everyone especially to Kristin

Accent isn’t just an agency that helped me relocate, but they were also a great support system. I faced many difficulties in my journey to relocate here and they helped me so much more than I imagined. Accent is an amazing agency and I would recommend them time and time again to all my family and friends.Prudence and Hayley bravo to you….

Amazing recruitment company

Prue and her team are phenomenal in making a very complex process so seamless and step by step easy! Her extensive experience and relationships within the NZ healthcare system ensure that all the boxes are ticked from certification processes to immigration processes.
They are prompt in communication, set realistic and achievable expectations to set you up for success, and will help think outside the box to get you in a job that is a great fit for you and your family.

Very professional and supportive every step of the way

An amazing team who prioritize making the process smooth.

A top professional agency….fantastic team ⭐

Got My Vote! Can’t go wrong with these guys!!

Accent Health is an excellent recruitment agency, assisted me in every step from the very beginning of preparation to after I was moved to and settled in NZ.

Supporting, caring, hardworking and compassionate to all! Couldn’t recommend them enough!

So professional and lovely

The entire team at Accent Health have been such a pleasure to work with. They always go the extra mile and are incredibly proactive and diligent, providing friendly and personal support even after their side of the process was complete. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them to anyone looking to make the move to NZ.

Prudence has been responsive and on the ball every step of the way
I couldn’t be happier

Prudence was amazing and really made the whole process easy. This was our first time using them and we wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.

Excellent service, great people

Very knowledgeable and efficient team

Reliable, trustworthy, on task, they understand – Accent are just the best recruitment agency, especially when there is such a dire shortage of medical professionals! And they are Christchurch based.

My New Zealand life would have just remained a dream had it not been for Accent. It was such a straightforward and stress-free process thanks to them. A great team that I would recommend to anyone wanting to make the move!

Such a great team of people to work with

I have known and worked with Prudence and ACCENT Health Recruitment for 20 years now and they have always been so knowledgeable, helpful and professional in their dealings with all their clients..

Having been involved in the setup of the systems they use, I know they go through everything possible to give the best possible services available. Accent is consistently looking at how they can provide the best services possible.

Accent Health are a pleasure to work with.

Five star

Accent Health made the journey seamless and they were incredible, every step of the way!

I would not have been able to make our dream come true of moving to New Zealand without ACCENT. Their guidance in helping me present my best self to employers and to complete the paperwork correctly efficiently to keep the process moving forward. I whole heartedly recommend AHR!

Great agency!!

Accent helped me transfer skills from uk into an exciting nursing career. Always giviing much support when needed. They arranged all our visas and were happily settled in nz. What’s a fantastic team !

Prudence was very helpful with every step it took to get me to NZ. She helped with my CV, employment searches, interview prep and the process of getting a visa. Prudence continued with her support once I arrived in NZ. I would, and I have, recommend ACCENT to anybody looking to relocate to NZ.

Accent is wonderful!

Excellent health recruitment as a reputable agency based in New Zealand run by ex-registered nurses and managers they have been running for 21 years and I would highly recommend them for any recruitment or medical migrants who want to smooth the pathway into New Zealand.

Awesome company and team, provide an excellent service for any health workers looking for roles throughout the country

Hayley & crew at ACCENT were not only indispensable in helping me secure a good job fit, but also helping with all the minute life logistics issues that cropped up along the way as well. Many thanks.

Efficiency was top-notch. I had a great experience working with Hannah. The team was highly professional, communicated clearly throughout the process, and responded topromptly to all my queries. They understood what I was looking for and matched me with the right opportunity in no time. The entire process was smooth and stress-free, completed within two months. Highly recommended!

Accent Health Recruitment is very reliable and experienced in their expertise of recruiting overseas healthcare professionals to New Zealand. It was a very personalized and professional experience provided by Prudence and her team. They were approachable and helpful in every way from the first initial contact, process of applying for the license and visa, shortlisting suitable jobs opportunities, preparation for interview, arrival and settling in to the country and start of work. Even after that, they continue to keep in contact and provide support when needed. I highly recommend Accent Health Recruitment as a valued New Zealand business.

ACCENT has done a great job finding and securing specialists for our clinics. They’re very helpful and quick to reply to questions, and ensure processes are moving along smoothly and as fast as possible.

Prudence and her team at Accent have been incredibly supportive and wonderful right from the start of my journey moving from Singapore to NZ. From obtaining with my nursing license registration, to setting up interviews, and guiding me through the rigorous visa application process — they’ve been there every step of the way. I’m truly grateful for their dedication and assistance.

Great in all respects

CGM Research Trust

Very knowledgeable and helpful ; know the ins and outs of NZ practice

This team of professionals is reliable, trusted, knowledgeable and well-connected.

Love this team! Reliable, trusted, knowledgeable and well-connected.

They have been a wonderful resource in navigating what cud otherwise be a confusing and complicated process

I had excellent support and communication with Kristin for many months before and after my an appointment in NZ. It was tricky doing this during Covid time, and I appreciated all the guidance she gave us.

Accent was the only health recruiter who answered my questions right away. Prudence was fabulous, fronting us the $ to rent a place in Chch even before we arrived. They were truly a gem.

Accent Health Recruitment was there for me from day 1, actively engaging in helping me through the mountains of paperwork, interview preparation, job search and placement. Every hiccup was smoothed out. Now even 4 years after arriving in NZ I still feel like family to this incredible team of ladies.

Accent is wonderful to work with, great communication and knowledgeable.

One of the best , most transparent , reachable , excellent communication, professional organisation . They are trustworthy and very reliable group of HR professional , who understand the process of recruitment in NZ so well , it makes your process very easy. They provide an end to end solution.

Accent is the best HR company I have ever worked with. Prudence has always been very supportive throughout. I am very happy to recommend ACCENT to anyone keen to come to New Zealand.

Have worked with Accent and their clients in Uk capacity as an immigration adviser for several years. Their team are amazing at what they do!

I felt supported and cared for from the beginning to the end, I felt like they were part of my family so much so that I wanted to continue having a relationship with Pru when I got to NZ! I didn’t want to cut the cord. Clear communication on how to prepare for the interview, how to navigate settling in NZ, what to expect when I got here. Pru made this daunting exercise so much easy. They got me a job that matches my experience and qualifications! Words can never describe how much gratitude I have for Accent Health They care! They are just exceptional.

ACCENT HEALTH are just amazing, they were there for us every step of the way, from the very start of our journey, to being fully settled here in New Zealand. There was always a friendly, quick and helpful reply. Will always be greatful for the fantastic support they provided us.

Absolutely outstanding experience with Accent from start to finish. Prudence and her team made what could have been a difficult time of change and upheaval for our family into the adventure it was. So grateful for them.

Amazing to work with, extremely professional and go the extra mile.

Accent provide a professional and personalized service with a high level of integrity. They go above and beyond to look after their clients, many of whom can be called friends by the end of the recruitment and relocation process.

I highly recommend Accent Health Recruitment to anyone seeking job opportunities in New Zealand. The process was very smooth from the get go., preparing me for my interview, visa application, relocation package from the hospital and accommodation. No regrets and I am deeply grateful for what the team has done for me. =)

Accent is one of the best recruitment team who helped from preparing for the interview until I settle in NZ. They were more than just recruiters; they were a trusted partner throughout the entire process. Thank you for the amazing work.

Prudence and her team are exceptionally passionate, with many years of expertise in helping professionals move to New Zealand. They go the extra mile, make a daunting process much easier, and their complete end to end service (and beyond) is outstanding! Highly recommend!

I will always be forever grateful for all the help and support that Accent Health provided in making my move to New Zealand go from a dream to a new beginning. A big thanks to Pru and all of the Team.

Haylee was there for me every step of the way. I felt cared about personally and they helped make the process as smooth as it can be.

The tremendous support I received from Accent health during my relocation was a game changer.

Ensured the process was as easy as possible, a great help!

Extremely knowledgeable and professional, with phenomenal knowledge of the job market for healthcare workers in NZ. Prue is a wonderful communicator. I’m still in the process of looking for a job (my medical registration is still pending), but I’ve spoken with other doctors who ACCENT have placed, and they’ve all assured me that Prue and team helped all through the process, including settling in once they have a job and have moved. ACCENT have made this very daunting process seem manageable and achievable. I have complete trust in them!

Prudence and her team have provided us with exception service.

ACCENT Health Recruitment is truly a top tier company that is managed by staffs who cares. Be it from the administration part to the implementation of the Visa, they are professional and helps make the relocation to a new country and job a smooth one. Highly recommended!

Accent has provided with me with personalised support from the start! The team is very responsive and helpful. Really appreciate their guidance!

Prudence and ACCENT played a huge role with my life now. Way back 2020, in the midst of pandemic, i made a life changing decision. Was it easy? Nope! BUT Prudence went above and beyond to help me overcome EVERYTHING and i mean every single thing. Came to NZ knowing not even a single soul, Prudence was there for me. She made it possible. So yeah, trust your future with them and it will be brighter and more beautiful! ❤️ Forever grateful ?

Excellent service from all the team at Accent, both whilst in the UK and after arrival into New Zealand. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to secure employment in New Zealand

Great service

They were extremely helpful and knowledgeable with finding a job and getting us in contact with professionals that could help our migration to New Zealand. They even came to see us when we arrived and were in quarantine for two weeks. They kept things professional but with compassion. Great team and amazing company.

Very helpful, thinking out of the box and also very supportive after I started working as a GP in NZ. Highly recommended!

We recently worked with Accent Health to recruit a General Practitioner from the Netherlands, and the entire experience was outstanding. Prudence, our main contact, was fantastic to work with – always professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in finding us the right doctor for our team. Thanks to her efforts, we’ve welcomed a lovely doctor who has settled in beautifully. I highly recommend Prudence and the team at Accent for anyone looking for medical recruitment support.

Excellent service from the team at every interaction. Highly recommend

ACCENT Health Recruitment team always go above and beyond to ensure seamless support for both the candidate and the employer throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

Could not have asked for better – helped my wife and I land the extact jobs in the exact location we wanted! Communication was excellent and the advice we received was spot on. Accent is life changing!!

excellent service every time

Outstanding service!

This was a great company to use.

I have had the chance to work with several people who have come to New Zealand through Prudence and her team at Accent Healthcare Recruitment, and can’t speak highly enough about them and how much they do for their clients. I recommend them often and am always happy to work with our mutual connections.

Very professional staff who are quick to reply and keen to get the job done efficiently and as smoothly as possible. They are super friendly and lovely to deal with. They understand everyone has day to day stuff to deal with and never make you feel like a burden. I would totally recommend this company over any competition.

Outstanding, supportive Kiwi Business.

An amazing service. Hard to believe it’s free. Very comprehensive

Awesome staff??

ACCENT Health Recruitment were so helpful every step of the way – including interview preparation, applying for registration, visa application and looking for accommodation.

Once arriving in New Zealand the support from ACCENT Health Recruitment did not stop. The entire staff do all they can for their clients, they provide all the support and guidance you need.

Prudence and ACCENT Health Recruitment stand by what they say they will do. We say thank you for helping us experience this first hand.