Salaries
There are many good reasons to consider a move to New Zealand, but money probably isn't one of them. That said, salary levels also need to be considered against the relative cost of living in New Zealand and anyone working for a top tier firm is going to enjoy a pretty good standard of living.
Average salaries, top tier firms, Auckland
| PQE/PAE Level |
$NZ |
£GBP (equivalent) |
| 1 year |
40-55,000 |
15,920-21,890 |
| 2 years |
48-65,000 |
19,104-25,870 |
| 3 years |
60-90,000 |
23,880-35,820 |
| 4 years |
70-105,000 |
27,860-41,790 |
| 5 years |
75-140,000 |
29,850-55,720 |
| 6 years |
80-150,000 |
31,840-59,700 |
Source: Law Staff
* Based on exchange rate of $NZ 1 = £GBP 0.398
Tax Rates - New Zealand
| Income Tax ($NZ) |
|
| 0 to 38,000 |
19.5% |
| 38,000 to 60,000 |
33% |
| 60,001+ |
39% |
| Earners Levy |
|
| 0 to 94,226 |
1.2% |
|
