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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
Full time
- Supportive, inclusive culture with innovative work practices
- Established, full-service firm with consistent growth in Hawke's Bay
- Plenty of flexibility on offer + hybrid work options
For a confidential chat, please reach out to Chana @ Fluid Recruitment on 022 397 8311
Learn moreDunedin, Otago
Full time
- Generous leave and benefits package inc wellbeing
- Engaging social culture - staff groups, activities & events
- Annual salary reviews to recognise your contributions
A central role with genuine ownership, helping shape streamlined, efficient operations across the business every day.
Learn moreCromwell Otago
Full time
- Career progression opportunity
- Supportive company culture
- Flexible location, paid travel.
Exciting leadership opportunity as a Site Manager for a respected company with a solid pipeline of work.
Learn moreRotorua Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Key technical role in hydro asset lifecycle management
- Varied work with large and complex scale
- Join a dynamic team that values professional growth
Play an influential role in shaping the management of Mercury's key strategic hydro assets.
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- Key technical role in hydro asset lifecycle management
- Varied work with large and complex scale
- Join a dynamic team that values professional growth
Play an influential role in shaping the management of Mercury's key strategic hydro assets.
Learn moreAlbany Auckland
Full time
- North Shore Location
- WFH day option + flexibility around hours if required
- Great mentorship + additional benefits on offer
Hands-on commercial work, mentoring from top lawyers, and no city commute.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Due to a retirement we are looking for a PC Secretary to join a mid size firm.
- Provide hands on Trust & Estates legal support to three friendly & busy authors
- CBD location + above marke rate salary + reduced hours for the right candidate
Join a friendly & high performing law firm in a prime CBD location as a Trust & Estates legal secretary. Apply now!
Learn moreSydney NSW
Full time
- Office close to the beach
- Friendly supportive culture
- Genuine value-add role in award winning business
Fluid Recruitment are working with a great CA firm in the Gold Coast who are looking for either an intermediate or senior client accountant
Learn moreDunedin, Otago
Full time
- Clear pathway for progression and opportunities to lead
- Get high job satisfaction and excel your career further
- Comprehensive range of benefits and initiatives to empower you
Fluid Legal is delighted to be partnering exclusively with Pier Law as they search for a Senior Lawyer experienced in Commercial Law.
Learn moreBrisbane QLD
Full time
- Modern offices
- Friendly supportive culture
- Award-winning and diverse Australasian team
Senior Client Accountant/Manager role for someone looking for a new challenge or next step in their career in a modern firm
Learn moreLower Hutt, Wellington
Full time
- Varied and interesting workload + experienced team members to learn from
- Growth opportunity to join a thriving practice
- Excellent work-life balance + flexible working arrangement available
Trusts, Wills & Estates as well as some Commercial work for a Lower Hutt-based firm.
Learn moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Ready for a new challenge? Design and deliver a diverse range of projects!
- Strong work-life balance with the ability to take the lead in divisional growth
- Competitive Remuneration + Ownership Opportunities + On-Going Career Development
Collaborate as part of a growing engineering consultancy and carve your own path in the industrial sector!
Learn moreInvercargill Southland
Full time
- Great, close-knit team
- Good salary and a chance to learn the safety sector
- Stable business with 25+ years of history
We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled multitasker to join our team as an Administrative Support and Accounts Assistant. This role involves mana ...
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Clear pathways for career progression and development
- Competitive remuneration on offer
- Unparalleled mentorship available to further your career
Excited to be working on a new and exciting opportunity across the Litigation Space. Working within a close-knit team
Learn moreDunedin, Otago
Full time
- Lucrative salaries and benefits available
- Great opportunity for professional growth
- Direct mentorship & consistent workflow
Exciting to be working once again with a longstanding Dunedin based clients as they look to grow their property team.
Learn moreManukau Auckland
Full time
- NZ-admitted lawyer with minimum 3 years' family law experience
- Strong understanding of key areas of family law
- Strong client service skills, with empathy and compassion
The team has a strong reputation and has been recognised by Doyle's Guide for the past two years as one of New Zealand's leading Family firms.
Learn moreFull time
- Shape innovative, tech-driven legal solutions
- Enjoy autonomy and variety in your work
- Gain exposure to diverse industries and clients
Step into a role where your legal expertise goes beyond the traditional pathway.
Learn moreFull time
- Large scale commercial property matters
- Gain exposure to property transactions for high-profile clients
- Work closely with experienced Partners in a supportive, ambitious team
Join a leading Auckland firm with a great client base and high-quality work.
Learn moreFull time
- Renowned corporate practice and partners; high-calibre work
- Excellent culture and benefits
- Great mentorship opportunities
Join one of NZ's leading law firms. Staff wellbeing prioritised. Industry recognised lawyers and services. Impressive international networks.
Learn moreGisborne Gisborne
Full time
- Progressive firm + lifestyle location
- Thriving social committee + non-hierarchical culture
- Genuine career progression + annual bonus
Practice quality law whilst enjoying a lifestyle location that is second to none!
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
General Manager, Electrical Distribution Network
HR Manager, Electrical Distribution Network
Managing Director, Accounting Firm
Dunedin
Advisory Services Partner, National Accountancy Practice
Intermediate BAS Accountant, National Accounting Firm
Christchurch
People Advisor, Shipping Port
Otago
Business Administrator, Accountancy Practice
Dunedin
Area Sales Manager, National Engineering Supplier
Registered Legal Executive, Mid Sized Law Firm
Christchurch
Junior Barrister, Criminal Lawyers
Auckland
People and Culture Advisor, Mid-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Junior Accountant, CA Firm
Dunedin
Payroll Manager, National Manufacturer
Hamilton
Director, Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy
HR Manager, Energy Sector
OUR TEAM
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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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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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