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Small business recruitment made easy with PN Personnel

Posted On August 8, 2024 

As a small business, the resignation of an employee can have a huge impact on your business, for many small businesses the loss of one person is a large percentage of your overall team. Employing someone new can be daunting if you are inexperienced in the recruitment process.



A comprehensive recruitment strategy conducted effectively takes time, as a small business owner your time is likely already allocated to the daily running of your business.  PN Personnel - your local recruitment agency can assist. 

Your dedicated Recruitment Specialist will get to know your business and advise on the best strategy based on the following:

  • Your current business situation, needs and existing team
  • Skills and attributes required for the role (with consideration of the essential versus desirable)
  • How candidates are likely to perceive your business brand
  • Communication timelines to complete the recruitment


Partnering with you to promote your business and vacancy we will:

  • Advise on the best advertising to attract the best candidates
  • Confirm and set realistic timelines
  • Manage applications
  • Minimise risk by completing a full due diligence process on each candidate shortlisted
  • Provide feedback to yourself and candidates following interviews
  • Facilitate a smooth offer and acceptance


By partnering with us you leverage our well-established brand as Manawatu’s leading recruitment team. We have the connections and networks to source locally, nationally and internationally. We pride ourselves on our reputation which places us ahead of the rest in attracting suitable high calibre applicants.


Follow up and communication are critical to your recruitment, which can take considerable time out of your day. A lack of communication can detract from your business credibility and can result in the loss of your preferred candidate. We are known for our consistent and timely communication ensuring a smooth recruitment process between yourself and your candidates.  



Recruitment is our priority, so it doesn’t have to be yours. We free up your time to get on with your business and devote our time to sourcing the person you need, when you need it. Talk to us to learn how we can assist with your next recruitment.

Matt Smout

Having extensive experience as an end to end recruiter, account manager, people leader and in business development – Matt has excellent knowledge of the 360-degree recruitment process and how to partner to understand your business and add real value.



Passionate about what he does Matt gets a real buzz from getting to know his client’s business and assisting their growth by providing tailored talent solutions.


Phone 06 280 2405 Mobile 027 607 2030 Email 


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