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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
- Auckland CBD location
- Property experience valued
- Career growth
PROPERTY | BANKING & FINANCE | AUCKLAND An opportunity to join a highly regarded New Zealand law firm in a key Legal Administrator position, supportin ...
Learn moreWellington Central, Wellington
Full time
- Join a fast-growing legal tech business with autonomy & flexibility
- Partner with senior stakeholders across a diverse range of organisations
- Use your legal expertise in a client-facing role driving practical compliance
Move beyond traditional practice into a client-facing Legal Consultant role, applying your expertise in a practical, tech-enabled environment.
Learn moreFull time
- Auckland CBD
- Commercial Property
- Residential Development
Step into a career-building Commercial Property role with a highly regarded Auckland team, working across development, conveyancing and subdivisions.
Learn moreFull time
- Office Operations | Facilities | Supplier Management
- Keep The Office Running Smoothly
- Variety, Responsibility & Room To Grow
Join a well-established professional services organisation in Auckland CBD in a varied role supporting the smooth running of the office.
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- Top-tier IP/Trademarks practice
- Sophisticated clients and complex matters.
- Develop your career in a leading team.
Join a leading IP team, advising sophisticated clients on trade marks, brand protection, disputes and major commercial transactions.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Multi-entity environment operating globally
- Mix of financial and management accounting
- Senior leadership exposure through the group
Join a global finance function and utilise your technical accounting skills alongside some management accounting tasks.
Learn moreAuckland Airport Auckland
Full time
- Lead a large-scale, high-profile engineering project
- Senior leadership role with significant commercial responsibility
- Influence customers, teams and stakeholders at the highest level
Career defining role leading a major engineering project, driving commercial performance, multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholder relationships.
Learn moreFull time
- 1+ year PQE
- Strong academic transcript
- Social and supportive team environment.
Join a high performing Banking and Finance team in the heart of Auckland where you will be set up for success!
Learn moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Variety of work across litigation areas
- Full service Tauranga firm
- Well-regarded team and culture
An excellent firm in Tauranga is seeking a 3+ year PQE litigator to join their team. Reach out for a confidential conversation!
Learn morePart time
- Rare opportunity to work across both Property & Resource Management
- Part-time 20-hour role with potential to transition to full-time
- Full training and mentoring provided
Rare part-time opportunity to work across Property & Resource Management, with full training and mentoring, with a collaborative and supportive team.
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- A senior in-house opportunity with genuine scope, variety and influence.
- Work alongside an experienced and collaborative legal team.
- Competitive remuneration and an attractive overall package.
A senior legal opportunity with a well-established New Zealand organisation, offering the chance to work across a broad range of commercial matters.
Learn moreQueenstown, Otago
Full time
- Company vehicle, tools and full training provided
- Varied hands-on work across Central Otago
- Autonomous role with strong team support
Practical Installation Technician opportunity across Central Otago. Join an established business offering full training, a company vehicle, tools prov ...
Learn moreFull time
- 2+ years PQE
- Hybrid Working Scheme
- International Network
If you're a passionate and seasoned employment lawyer, then we'd love to hear from you!
Learn moreWanaka Otago
Full time
- Respected Tier 2 company
- Secure future workload
- Tight-knit culture
Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established company with a strong project pipeline.
Learn moreWellington Central, Wellington
Full time
- Specialist family law team
- Autonomous role with a variety of matters
- Development and growth pathways
A specialist team in Wellington is looking to welcome a capable and committed family lawyer to their team. Reach out for a conversation!
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Generous Salary Package
- Company Vehicle & phone
- Supportive team and long-term career opportunities
Are you an experienced Site Manager with a background in the fuel or petroleum industry looking for your next role?
Learn moreFull time
- Join a reputable mid-tier firm in Hawkes Bay
- Flexible working and genuine 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 and tailored client adv ...
Learn moreFull time
- Work on complex and high-profile legal matters
- Contribute to work that directly supports the New Zealand justice system
- Modern and central Christchurch city office + competitive remuneration
Opportunity for an experienced (1-2 years+) Legal Secretary (or LE) to join Raymond Donnelly, Canterbury's highly respected Crown Solicitor firm
Learn moreDunedin, Otago
Full time
- Build critical payroll, accounts and project skills for the future.
- Join a collaborative office environment where development is encouraged.
- Be part of a team that celebrates success and enjoys working together
You'll bring reliability, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative approach, delivering work you're proud of.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Competitive salary package
- Ideal for a Senior looking to take the next step up
- Collaborative, progressive firm with clear growth pathways and ongoing support
Join a fantastic mid-tier firm in Christchurch offering genuine career progression, and true work-life balance. As a 2IC, you'll manage a diverse clie ...
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Legal Executive, Law Firm
Waikato
Practice Manager, Regional Law Firm
Waikato
National Sales Manager, National Retailer
Registered Legal Executive, South Island Law Firm
Christchurch
Team Leader, Planning, Local Council
Junior Accountant, CA Firm
Dunedin
Commercial Analyst, Global Manufacturer
Hamilton
Human Resources Advisor, National Wholesalers
Dunedin
Legal PA, Law Firm
Hamilton
General Manager, Electrical Distribution Network
Business Administrator, Accountancy Practice
Dunedin
Partner, Large Full Service Firm
Dunedin
Director, National CA Firm
Hamilton
Policy Team Leader, Local Government
Waikato
Candidate, Project Management Organisation
Christchurch
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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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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