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The recruitment market is complex and it can be costly to careers and company bottom lines to get it wrong.
We pride ourselves on delivering bespoke solutions that achieve sustainable long term outcomes for both companies and individuals.
Fluid Recruitment
EXPERTS IN SPECIALIST
PROFESSIONAL RECRUITMENT
We have a proven track record of delivering results within the most skill short parts of the market. We use robust, innovative and dedicated sourcing methods to offer a superior service to our clients.
Our consultants have a clear mandate to deliver, honest, informed and supportive candidate engagements, helping many individuals to make lifestyle and career moves not otherwise available to them.
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Featured Jobs
Queenstown, Otago
Full time
- Work across surveying, planning & engineering on diverse development projects
- Established Auckland consultancy with strong mentoring and CPD support
- Full project ownership ranging from cadastral surveys to engineering design
Shape land development projects from survey to title - field, office, and client-facing work with a well-known local consultancy
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- Dissolutions, Welfare Guardians, or PPPR work
- Family Violence, Oranga Tamariki, and Guardianship matters
- Relationship Property or Maintenance matters
Family Lawyer - 1/2 Years PQE - Auckland Care of Children, Family Violence, Oranga Tamariki, and Guardianship matters
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- Navigate the complexities of employment legislation to prevent costly disputes
- Act in professional disciplinary hearings
- Draft or review employment agreements & policies
A well respected client is seeking an ambitious Employment Lawyer to join their team in Auckland's CBD.
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- Communicate clearly & professionally with clients, real estate agents & lenders
- Ensure deadlines are met and all processes comply with legal standards
- Prepare and manage all documentation related to property conveyancing
My client is a modern, client-focused law firm committed to providing exceptional service in property law and conveyancing.
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Full time
- Seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join a great team environment
- Meaningful role supporting senior authors
Are you an experienced commercial or property Legal Secretary looking for your next role? This may be the role for you!
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- A minimum of 3 years PQE within Family Law
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage their own time effectivel
- A practical mindset with excellent attention to detail
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join a well respected firm based in Whangerei.
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- Residential Conveyancing
- Commercial Property Transactions
- Commercial Work
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a firm at the forefront of property law, consistently recognised as a finalist in the NZ Law Awards.
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- Excellent opportunity for a Senior Solicitor/Associate to progress their career
- Consistent pipeline of complex, high-value property & development transactions
- Boutique environment meaning hands-on involvement across matters
Senior Property Solicitor/Associate role with a leading boutique firm, working on complex, high-value development and property transactions.
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- 5 years post-admission experience with solid family law expertise
- Confident managing files independently and advising clients on complex matters
- A genuine pathway to a Team Leader role
A highly successful and growing client is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join their Pukekohe team.
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- 5 years post-admission experience with solid family law expertise
- Confident managing files independently and advising clients on complex matters
- A genuine pathway to a Team Leader role
A highly successful and growing client is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join their Pukekohe team.
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- Join a fantastic team environment that values mentorship and development
- Take on a range of interesting and challenging work
- Further your career with guidance and support from senior team members
Are you an experienced litigator looking for your next opportunity? This is a great role providing you experience in a full range of areas.
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- 5 years post-admission experience with solid family law expertise
- Confident managing files independently and advising clients on complex matters
- A genuine pathway to a Team Leader role
A highly successful and growing client is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join their Pukekohe team.
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- All rounded secreterial role
- Unparalleled training and development programmes
- Build your network, work with some of the best lawyers in the country
Find out why people love working here, looking for an all-rounded secretary to join one of the best teams in the country
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- All rounded secreterial role
- Unparalleled training and development programmes
- Build your network, work with some of the best lawyers in the country
Find out why people love working here, looking for an all-rounded secretary to join one of the best teams in the country
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- Work in an innovative and high performing team
- Further develop your skillset as part of an experienced structural team
- Contribute your expertise to complex substation and transmission projects
The Company Our client is a globally recognized provider of specialised consulting services in the energy sector, focusing on Civil & Structural and P ...
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- All rounded secreterial role
- Unparalleled training and development programmes
- Build your network, work with some of the best lawyers in the country
Find out why people love working here, looking for an all-rounded secretary to join one of the best teams in the country
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Flexibility on Junior to Intermediate level applicants
- Superb workplace culture | Join one of the best developing firms in the region
- Thrive in Christchurch, balancing career growth with an exceptional lifestyle
Varied Junior / Intermediate level role, with a CA firm that will help you launch your accounting career
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- Join a reputable mid-tier firm in central Auckland
- Enjoy Aucklands city's buzz while in a culture that supports work-life balance
- Competitive salary package and room for career progression
Manage a varied client portfolio, deliver BAS, tax, and advisory services, review reports, and mentor juniors to ensure expert, tailored client advice
Learn moreNew Plymouth, Taranaki
Full time
- Competitive salary package whilst living in the scenic Taranaki region
- Work within a close knit, supportive team
- Direct client exposure & advisory work
manage client portfolios, prepare financial statements, tax returns, and provide compliance and advisory services.
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- Travel the world working on cutting-edge automated systems.
- Fully maintained dual-cab vehicle and tools, OT + allowances
- Career growth in a global engineering team
Join a global automation team! Solve complex mechanical challenges, travel locally & internationally, and grow your career.
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Christchurch
Payroll Manager, National Manufacturer
Hamilton
HR Manager, Energy Sector
Human Resources Advisor, National Wholesalers
Dunedin
Lawyer, Top Tier Law Firm
Auckland
Legal PA, Law Firm
Hamilton
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Hamilton
Senior Solicitor, Private Practice Firm
Hamilton
Legal Executive, Law Firm
Dunedin
Business Manager, Health and Safety Sector
Lawyer, Mid-tier Law Firm
Auckland
Managing Director, Agribusiness Exporter
Central Otago
Junior Accountant, CA Firm
Dunedin
National Sales Manager, National Retailer
Chief Financial Officer, Electrical Distribution Network
Waikato
OUR TEAM
Speak to a Consultant
Peter leads Fluid Recruitment as Managing Director. He utilises his extensive experience to deliver senior and executive appointments for our legal, commercial and finance divisions.
Contact Peter on 021 278 8653 or peter@fluidrecruitment.com
Tom manages our Engineering Division. His focus is on the electrical distribution sector, working with asset owners across NZ on technical and executive vacancies.
Contact Tom on 021 348 016 or tom@fluidrecruitment.co.nz
Jason is a Principal Consultant in our Commercial division, based in the Dunedin office. He recruits IT, sales and administration vacancies nationwide.
Contact Jason on 020 4151 6215 or jason.sutton@fluidrecruitment.co.nz
Marlene is a Principal Consultant in our accounting and finance division. She focuses on corporate, commercial, and public practice accounting sectors.
Contact Marlene on 027 558 8345 or marlene@fluidrecruitment.co.nz
Holly specialises in In-House Legal recruitment on a national basis. Managing a team internally, she works with Private & Public Sector clients and across a range of industries.
Contact Holly on 021 229 9634 or hollyc@fluidrecruitment.co.nz
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In a Crowded Market, Getting It Right Matters More
Across the Civil Engineering and RMA planning markets, we’re seeing a noticeable lift in candidate activity, with many roles attracting strong application volumes. While this is a positive shift compared to recent years, higher volume doesn’t always translate into better hiring outcomes. Increased applications often bring: A broader range of capability and experience More speculative…
The Future of Planning Roles Under RMA Reform: What to Expect
With yesterday’s RMA reforms announced, recruitment in planning and policy is set for a shift, not just in numbers, but in the skills that are most in demand. Planners who can interpret and implement the new legislation The transition period will be complex, with both the old RMA and the new system running in parallel….
Keep Your Business Moving: The Benefits of Temp Staff Before the Holidays
As we head into the final weeks of the year, many businesses across New Zealand find themselves navigating a familiar challenge: increased demand, tighter deadlines, and teams stretched thin heading into the summer holidays. While it’s tempting to hold off on recruitment until January, bringing on temporary staff before the Christmas break can be one…
Why the End of the Year Is the Perfect Time to Explore New Opportunities
As we head into the final stretch of the year, many people assume recruitment slows down, but it’s actually one of the best times to think about your next move. ✨ Across our specialist divisions, Fluid Legal, Fluid Construction, Fluid Finance, and Fluid Engineering, we are seeing consistent demand as clients prepare for 2025. Many…
Why a Sideways Step Can Be the Smartest Career Move
In New Zealand’s energy sector, career growth doesn’t always follow a straight line. The reality is that our organisations are smaller and flatter in structure than larger international utilities. This means climbing the ladder often requires taking a step sideways (or two). The same applies for many industries across the country, especially in regional New…
The Modern Legal Secretary: A Career with Impact
The legal industry in New Zealand has undergone a transformation, and nowhere is this more evident than in the role of the legal secretary. If you’ve previously worked in a law firm and found it rigid or hierarchical, or if you’re considering a career in legal support, now is the perfect time to explore the…
ABOUT US
Established in Dunedin in 2009, Fluid Recruitment has grown from a boutique recruitment agency to a leading provider of recruitment services across New Zealand.
We focus on professional level recruitment across four key verticals, with specialist teams in Legal, Accounting & Finance, Engineering and IT/Commercial.
We recruit nationwide, with a physical office presence in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wanaka, Wellington and Sydney.
Our Values
We believe excellence in recruitment is driven by
Integrity
Expertise
Commitment
Our purpose is simple; to add genuine value through consulting.
To expertly advise clients on securing the best talent and be perceptive and innovative in bringing new opportunity to the market.
OUR BUSINESS IS A PART OF OUR COMMUNITY
Community Sponsorships
We sponsor a number of sports franchises and community organisations who share our Fluid values - Integrity, Expertise and Commitment.
Fluid believes in the power of sport to empower communities and make positive change for people of all ages.
Our sponsorships include Basketball Otago, Roslyn Wakari AFC, Otago Cricket and Otago Rugby Referees Association.
IT'S IMPORTANT TO US THAT WE GIVE BACK
Corporate Social
Responsibility
We operate Fluid on a quadruple bottom line - People, Profit, Planet and Purpose.
Our quarterly CSR initiatives help us to measure our wider impact outside of traditional business measurements. We love to get out in the community and give back.
A few recent highlights have been our involvement with KiwiHarvest, Kingslea School and the annual Life Matters Suicide Prevention Trust Appeal.
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