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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

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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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Hear what people say about us.

I would highly recommend Georgia. She is friendly, proactive and up-front. She always responded to queries promptly and even followed up with me after I commenced my new role.

Lawyer, Mid-tier Law Firm

Auckland

He promptly followed up with me to see how the interviews went and to make sure that the culture/environment of the employer fits me well. He was also prompt in following up with the employer to enable me to secure a job offer within a very short period o

Intermediate BAS Accountant, National Accounting Firm

Christchurch

As our business has grown, Jason has gone above and beyond to recruit many successful candidates for us across the country. Jason is very easy to work with and we find him to be professional, knowledgeable and extremely helpful.

National Sales Manager, National Retailer

We appointed Peter to help us build our corporate office leadership team. We were pre-revenue, operating in a highly complex and competitive industry, and our requirements were complex. Peter delivered on all fronts for us.

Managing Director, Agribusiness Exporter

Central Otago

From the outset, Tom took the time to understand our requirements and after an extensive search, he came up with an impressive shortlist for us to discuss and debate. Tom regularly touched base to bounce ideas and check alignment with our expectations.

General Manager, Electrical Distribution Network

Holly provided great service from start to finish. She provided a detailed email summarising the experience, qualities and individual situation of each candidate that I was able to send directly to the hiring partner.

People and Culture Advisor, Mid-tier National Firm

Christchurch

Tom has always been a very inquisitive recruiter! He is not your traditional “take the brief from the client and run with it” recruiter. He wants to understand the company, the culture and really invests in the company he is recruiting for.

HR Manager, Electrical Distribution Network

The genuinely consultative approach and depth of insight as legal specialists sets Fluid apart. The level of transparency and trust in the relationship has given us complete faith in Fluid’s ability to deliver positive outcomes for the firm.

Partner, Large South Island Law Firm

Christchurch

Eden at Fluid Legal made the job hunt from the UK stress free. He knew the market, gave a personal service and helped me find a great role.

Senior Associate (Property), Mid-tier National Firm

Christchurch

I found Holly great to work with, she keep me up to date throughout the whole process and I knew I could call her at any stage.

Senior Solicitor, Private Practice Firm

Hamilton

Chana has been a delight to work with, she understood what we wanted from day one. We recommend Fluid often.

Partner, General Practice Law Firm

Waikato

We recently engaged Fluid on role that was particularly challenging and had proven hard to fill using other strategies. From the outset Marlene was able to identify and engage with our requirements, provide value and add a point of difference.

Human Resources Advisor, National Wholesalers

Dunedin

I have been very impressed with the time taken to understand our needs along with researching the integral aspects of our various roles, to ensure that the placement is a successful one. The calibre referred to us is of a really high standard.

Workflow Manager, National Energy Provider

Dunedin

Holly is professional and diligent, she alleviated the pressure on myself and that of my team and gave me the confidence that we could leave our recruitment needs completely in her hands. Delighted with the service we received and the results.

Managing Partner, Full Service Law Firm

Waikato

Nice and easy experience. Found a job much quicker than expected at a great quality firm. Great communication throughout.

Solicitor, Law Firm

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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