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The recruitment market is complex and it can be costly to careers and company bottom lines to get it wrong.
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Fluid Recruitment
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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
Contract/Temp
- Fully Remote Working Opportunity
- Working for a large scale multinational, reporting to Hong Kong office.
- Competitive daily rate
Join a global leader in the oil & gas sector to support their Hong Kong office from New Zealand. Fully remote role with contract extension potential.
Learn moreQueenstown, Otago
Full time
- Career progression opportunity
- Collaborative team
- Join a company on the rise
Exciting opportunity to be part of a foundation team with a great forward workload in the Southern Lakes region.
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Full time
- Career progression opportunity
- Collaborative team
- Join a company on the rise
Nationally respected civil firm expanding in Canterbury seeks a skilled Estimator/QS to support its growing regional momentum.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Ring in the New Year with an exciting position in an established Law Firm!
- Bring your Trust Account Admin exp to a supportive & stimulating environment.
- City fringe location + genuine career progression available + ease of parking
An excellent opportunity to join a respected law firm located on Christchurch's City Fringe, as a permanent Trust Account Administrator. Apply now!
Learn moreNew Plymouth, Taranaki
Full time
- Competitive salary package whilst living in the scenic Taranaki region
- Work with a diverse client base across industries
- Grow your career at a well-established firm
manage client portfolios, prepare financial statements, tax returns, and provide compliance and advisory services.
Learn moreLower Hutt, Wellington
Full time
- Competitive salary package whilst living in the nations capitol
- Grow your career at a reputable mid-tier firm with strong national ties
- Enjoy a role with genuine work-life balance
Manage a varied client portfolio, deliver BAS, Tax and advisory services, review reports, and mentor juniors to ensure expert tailored client advice.
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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 moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Huge access to work and career progression on offer
- Join a leading firm in the Tauranga market
- Flexible hours and working arrangements
Join a leading firm in the Bay of Plenty. You will be given all the tools to excel and succeed in this role.
Learn morePort Nelson Nelson
Full time
- Step into a senior role with opportunities for career progression.
- Flexible working and genuine work-life balance
- Competitive salary package whilst living in beautiful sunny Nelson.
Prepare financial statements and tax returns, provide business advisory services, and support clients with compliance and financial decision-making.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Competitive package and established territory
- Strong development pathway with national sales leadership
- Autonomy, flexibility and support from a tight-knit team
Territory Manager role covering Christchurch, Canterbury, West Coast, Nelson and Marlborough. Grow a high performing portfolio, drive new business and ...
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 moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Leading regional law firm
- Genuine commitment to flexibility
- Profit share for the entire team
Relationship Property Solicitor with at least 3 PQE. Opportunity to work across other files including Commercial, Employment and/or Property.
Learn moreFull time
- Specialist family law team
- Manage files independently
- Competitive renumeration + medical insurance
A specialist family law team in Wellington is looking for a 4+ year PQE lawyer to join their team.
Learn moreFull time
- Specialist Property Team
- Clear Progression Opportunities
- Bonus Incentive
A well regarded firm in Wellington is looking for a Property Associate to join their specialist team in Lower Hutt
Learn moreParaparaumu Wellington
Full time
- Make an impact with an aspirational network
- Collaborate with a range of fellow leaders
- Paraparaumu or Levin location, with flexibility
Evolve Electra's tactical engineering functions across design, engineering, network standards, and asset assurance
Learn moreLevin Manawatu
Full time
- Make an impact with an aspirational network
- Collaborate with a range of fellow leaders
- Paraparaumu or Levin location, with flexibility
Evolve Electra's tactical engineering functions across design, engineering, network standards, and asset assurance
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Unique leadership opportunity + CBD location
- Flexible work arrangements + non-hierarchical culture
- Genuine pathway to partner + generous salary
Lead, cultivate and grow an employment practice!
Learn moreFull time
- Exceptional opportunity, new to the market. Represents a key career move.
- Lead high-profile Employment & H&S matters for domestic & international clients
- Exposure to complex disputes, investigations, and strategic advisory work
Newly released to the market, presenting a rare opportunity to join the firm at this level. Significant scope to tailor the role to the individual.
Learn moreFull time
- Work across a wide variety of planning and development projects
- Join a small, experienced team where collaboration and growth are encouraged
- Competitive, above market renumeration package
Working directly with long-term clients in the residential sector and collaborating with senior planners
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Join one of Canterbury's oldest planning consulting firms
- Join an organisation rapidly expanding throughout the South Island
- Competitive and generous renumeration package
Work closely with in-house surveyors and planners on small to large-scale residential and commercial developments
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
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Commercial Analyst, Global Manufacturer
Hamilton
Legal PA, Law Firm
Hamilton
Director, National CA Firm
Hamilton
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Christchurch
Senior Solicitor, Private Practice Firm
Hamilton
Business Administrator, Accountancy Practice
Dunedin
General Manager, Full Service Law Firm
Waikato
Junior Accountant, CA Firm
Dunedin
Financial Controller, Health Sector
National Sales Manager, National Retailer
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Nelson
Legal Executive, Law Firm
Waikato
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Waikato
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Auckland
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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…
The Secret to Career Growth: Mastering Soft Skills
We spend a lot of time refining our technical expertise, chasing certifications, and building our portfolios. But have you ever paused to consider the “human” skills that set high achievers apart? Soft skills—often underestimated—are the foundation of professional success. Here’s why:  Communication: Clear, empathetic, and assertive communication isn’t just about sending emails…
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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