The number of jobs being advertised online continues to grow for another month.

New Seek data shows the amount of jobs being advertised nationwide is up by a further 1 percent, following a rise of 2.2 percent in January.

The report shows that the average number of applications received per job has declined.

Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says this doesn't mean the labour market has bounced back, but it's not declining as predicted.

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The number of jobs being advertised online continues to grow for another month.
New Seek data shows the amount of jobs being advertised nationwide is up by a further 1 percent, following a rise of 2.2 percent in January.
The report shows that the average number of applications received per job has declined.
Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says this doesn't mean the labour market has bounced back, but it's not declining as predicted.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.