Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Scheme
Pitt & Moore & RSE visas
Specialist immigration and employment law advice for RSE employers and seasonal workers.
The Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme enables approved New Zealand horticulture and viticulture businesses to recruit overseas workers when there are insufficient New Zealand workers available to meet seasonal labour demands.
At Pitt & Moore, we provide comprehensive legal advice on all aspects of the RSE scheme. Our immigration lawyers assist employers and workers with visa applications, compliance requirements and dealings with Immigration New Zealand. Importantly, our experienced employment law team can also advise on employment agreements and workplace obligations, allowing us to offer a truly integrated service few immigration practices can match.
Languages we speak: Afrikaans | German | Malay | Russian | Mandarin
How we help RSE employers
We assist horticulture and viticulture businesses with:
We understand the commercial realities of seasonal industries and the importance of securing workers quickly to meet harvest and production demands.
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If you need immigration advice, we are ready to help, whatever your situation.
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Key contact
Elly Fleming
Senior Associate
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Heather Collins
Associate
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Lavinia Askin
Associate
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Hannah-Jean McCarthy
Senior Solicitor
Employment Law Advice for RSE Employers
A significant advantage of working with Pitt & Moore is access to both specialist immigration lawyers and experienced employment law practitioners.
Many issues arising under the RSE scheme involve both immigration and employment law considerations. Our integrated approach helps employers manage risks, remain compliant, and operate with confidence.
Our employment law team can assist with:
This combined immigration and employment law expertise allows us to provide practical, commercially focused advice tailored to the needs of RSE employers.
Advice for RSE workers
We also assist seasonal workers with:
Our team can communicate directly with Immigration New Zealand on your behalf and guide you through each stage of the process.
Common RSE issues we assist with
Employers and workers frequently seek advice regarding:
Obtaining legal advice early can often prevent more complex immigration or employment issues from arising later.
Why choose Pitt & Moore?
Pitt & Moore is one of the leading providers of immigration law services in the Nelson Tasman region.
Our ability to provide both immigration and employment law advice in-house is a significant benefit for businesses participating in the RSE scheme.
Clients choose us because we offer:
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Whether you are seeking RSE status, preparing an Agreement to Recruit, applying for worker visas, reviewing employment agreements, or addressing compliance issues, Pitt & Moore can help.
Contact our Immigration Team today to discuss your circumstances and obtain tailored legal advice.