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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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New Plymouth, Taranaki
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- 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.
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- Step into a senior role with opportunities for career progression.
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- Competitive salary package
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- Collaborative, national firm with clear growth pathways and ongoing support
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Experienced Legal Executive needed on the North Shore to manage residential conveyancing autonomously in a supportive firm with great culture.
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- Join a reputable mid-tier firm in central Auckland
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A great opportunity for an experienced PA/EA to move into a Legal Support role. Fast-paced, varied, and part of a collaborative CBD team.
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- Lucrative salaries and benefits available
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- Opportunities across multiple practice areas
International law experience in Australia for NZ qualified lawyers with at least three years of PQE.
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- Design complex HVAC systems across NZ landmark projects
- Enjoy flexible hours, health cover, and birthday leave
- Supportive team with CPD, mentoring, and chartership path
Design sustainable, high-impact building systems with a collaborative team, great projects, flexible hours, CPD support, and health + birthday leave.
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- Design complex HVAC systems across NZ landmark projects
- Enjoy flexible hours, health cover, and birthday leave
- Supportive team with CPD, mentoring, and chartership path
Design sustainable, high-impact building systems with a collaborative team, great projects, flexible hours, CPD support, and health + birthday leave.
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- Join a future-focused energy leader
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Lead major solar projects across Oceania, driving sustainable, affordable, and accessible energy
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- Join a future-focused energy leader
- Drive innovative solar PV projects which power communities
- Be based in Tauranga or Auckland
Lead major solar projects across Oceania, driving sustainable, affordable, and accessible energy
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Full time
- Major role in growing finance team
- Genuine commercial influence
- Award winning and recognised business in the heart of Rotorua
We are partnering with a fast-growing commercial business seeking a dynamic Senior Finance Partner to lead their financial strategy.
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Full time
- Clean portfolio of clients to work across
- Advisory work within the role
- Part-time hours with flexible working arrangements
Part-time role on offer with flexible WFH options and a mix of advisory work.
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- Clear pathway for progression
- Competitive remuneration on offer
- Direct Mentorship & Consistent Workflow
This role is ideally suited to an experienced Solicitor with an established background in Family Law Matters, with a minimum of 3-years experience.
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Full time
- Career progression opportunity
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- Join a company on the rise
Nationally respected civil firm expanding in Canterbury seeks a skilled Estimator/QS to support its growing regional momentum.
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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.
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- High-impact role in a fast-growing fintech environment
- Broad legal exposure across commercial, regulatory, and product work
- Supportive culture with flexibility
Join a rapidly expanding financial services and tech organisation as their next Senior Legal Counsel.
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- Join a prominent asset owner - Electricity
- Improved work / life balance - move out of Auckland
- Relocation support on offer
Join an employer renowned for its excellence and innovation - investing heavily in its asset management practices
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Strong pipeline of complex & interesting projects
- Ability to be part of a renowned team of industry experts
- Extensive growth & development opportunities
Work as part of a specialist consultancy, utilising your skillset as a Project Manager delivering the energy & infrastructure projects
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Full time
- Lead significant network and upgrade projects
- Strong technical development and exposure to large-scale projects
- Engage in end-to-end project involvement
Interesting and varied design role in a highly regarded team while working on a range of exciting power projects!
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Dunedin
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Christchurch
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Auckland
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Christchurch
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Christchurch
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Dunedin
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Wellington
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Waikato
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Auckland
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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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