How to Use LinkedIn to Find a Job in New Zealand Ep.37

In this week's Weekly Live Q&A #3, I share one of the most powerful tools you can use to improve your chances of finding a job in New Zealand—LinkedIn. Having been through the job search myself as an immigrant, and after years of hiring and interviewing candidates, I've seen LinkedIn from both sides. In this episode, I explain what hiring managers are actually looking for, why your LinkedIn profile shouldn't simply copy your CV, and how you can use it to build your personal brand and create meaningful professional connections. I also share practical tips on networking, engaging with companies, and positioning yourself before and during your move to New Zealand. Joining me is Desire Lindeque, Licensed Immigration Adviser, who helps answer immigration-related questions from the community. Going forward, Desire and I will be hosting these live sessions together each week, combining practical immigration guidance with real-world job search advice and our own experiences of immigrating to New Zealand. In this episode, we discuss: How LinkedIn can help you find a job in New Zealand Why your profile should focus on achievements rather than responsibilities What hiring managers look for when they review your LinkedIn profile Building your personal brand Networking and creating professional connections Following companies and engaging with their content Some of the realities of settling into life in New Zealand Questions from the live audience My goal with these weekly sessions is simple: to share what I've learned, answer your questions, and help you have a softer landing than my family and I did when we moved to New Zealand. Important: I am not a Licensed Immigration Adviser and do not provide immigration advice. Immigration questions in these sessions are supported by Desire Lindeque, Licensed Immigration Adviser, or should be discussed directly with a licensed immigration adviser. Want More Support? Join our free Soft Landing community, where migrants support each other, ask questions, access practical resources, and learn from trusted experts and people who have already made the move to New Zealand. Whether you're still exploring your options, actively planning your move, or already living in New Zealand, you'll find guidance, encouragement, and practical tools to help you have a softer landing. https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz