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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
- Deliver mechanical building services design across HVAC and hydraulics
- Work on diverse NZ projects including commercial, healthcare and education
- Join a collaborative consultancy with strong mentoring and career growth
Mechanical Engineer role in NZ consultancy delivering HVAC building services across diverse projects with strong growth, team culture and flexibility
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Contract/Temp
- Above industry rate salary & perks
- Strong pipeline of work with a growing business
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
We're working with a well-established company experiencing rapid growth, looking for an experienced Civil Site Manager to join their close-knit team.
Learn moreQueenstown, Otago
Full time
- Mechanical HVAC projects in beautiful Queenstown location
- Clear pathway into senior/leadership roles
- Supportive consultancy with strong career growth opportunities
Mechanical HVAC role in Queenstown offering stunning location, strong project exposure, supportive team culture and clear path to leadership.
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- Top-tier firm | Technology & Digital team | Cutting-edge legal work
- Exposure to significant, fast-paced and varied technology mandates
- Strong career development in a high-performing specialist team
Top-tier opportunity for a Technology Lawyer to work on cutting-edge tech, cyber, AI and digital transformation matters with leading clients.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Help Drive Business Performance Through Insight and Partnership
- Relocate to South Canterbury
- Gain experience across multiple business areas
Influence decisions across several key business areas for a well established NZ business with global reach.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Lead the design of HVAC, hydraulics, and energy systems
- Produce high-quality, code-compliant documentation & provide technical guidance
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Join a dynamic building services team delivering innovative, efficient mechanical solutions across commercial, Industrial and public sector projects.
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- Work across diverse MEP projects in commercial, healthcare and education
- Strong consultancy culture with mentoring, collaboration & career development
- Flexible work environment with exposure to end-to-end project delivery
Building services consultancy role in NZ delivering MEP projects across sectors with strong team culture, growth and flexible work.
Learn moreInvercargill Southland
Full time
- NZ owned stability- joining a secure, well‑established local organisation
- Award wining culture and mindset - be valued, trusted and rewarded
- A clear runway for growth- business actively investing in modernisation
A senior role at the centre of a well‑established finance team, focused on keeping the organisation's financial picture clear, timely, and dependabl ...
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- 2+ years PQE
- Public and private sector clients
- International network!
If you're a passionate and seasoned employment lawyer, then we'd love to hear from you!
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- 'People-first' mindset approach; no hunger games environment
- Great opportunity to make your own mark within the firm
- Competitive remuneration package + car park for Snr Associate level
An excellent opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate to make their own mark within the Environmental, Planning, and Local Government team
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- Global engineering business
- Own end-to-end design work
- Be part of a successful and growing team
Design innovative mechanical systems for a global engineering leader, delivering solutions across advanced automation and materials handling.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Global engineering business
- Own end-to-end design work
- Be part of a successful and growing team
Design innovative mechanical systems for a global engineering leader, delivering solutions across advanced automation and materials handling.
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- Join a fantastic team environment that values mentorship and development
- Take on a range of interesting and challenging work
- Further your career with guidance and support from senior team members
Are you an experienced litigator looking for your next opportunity? This is a great role providing you experience in a full range of areas.
Learn morePort Nelson Nelson
Full time
- An excellent opportunity to develop your skillset in a reputable firm
- Join a friendly, supportive, and encouraging team
- Direct access to senior team members for mentoring and support
An exciting opportunity to join a well-established Nelson law firm and continue developing your career within litigation.
Learn moreWarkworth Auckland
Full time
- Established interiors brand with strong Auckland lead flow
- In-home consultative sales role with vehicle, phone, & laptop provided
- Suit experienced operators from curtains, flooring, kitchens, bathrooms or reno
Consultative in-home Sales Consultant role with an established interiors business servicing Auckland homeowners. Strong lead flow, premium products, c ...
Learn moreFull time
- Join a team of legal champions!
- Strong client focused relationships.
- Experience in Commercial and / or Property law.
A wonderful opportunity has arisen to work in one of Hawkes Bays' most establish and respected firms!
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Established law firm with a strong South Island reputation and new CHCH office
- Varied property work including conveyancing, subdivisions, and general property
- Supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for long-term career growth
Working alongside a small yet highly regarded team, you will be involved in a broad range of property matters where no two days are the same!
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Full Time or School Hours
- A role with genuine variety
- Sockburn Location
This role combines reception, administration and payroll in a friendly Christchurch office. You will be the welcoming face of the business while manag ...
Learn moreRolleston Canterbury
Full time
- Consultative in-home sales role within the interiors space
- Strong lead flow, full training, and autonomy across your territory
- Base salary + uncapped incentives + fully maintained vehicle
Consultative in-home Sales Consultant role with an established interiors business. Work directly with homeowners across renovations and new builds, ba ...
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Lead on-site delivery of projects as a mechanical specialist
- Dynamic role combining mechanical engineering, leadership and client engagement
- Join an innovative future focused company
Take the reins as a Project Supervisor in the petroleum industry at the forefront of our critical infrastructure
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Business Administrator, Accountancy Practice
Dunedin
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Christchurch
Financial Controller, Health Sector
Advisory Services Partner, National Accountancy Practice
Workflow Manager, National Energy Provider
Dunedin
Registered Legal Executive, Mid Sized Law Firm
Christchurch
People and Culture Advisor, Mid-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Managing Director, Accounting Firm
Dunedin
Legal PA, Law Firm
Hamilton
Candidate, Project Management Organisation
Christchurch
Solicitor, Law Firm
Nelson
Managing Partner, Full Service Law Firm
Waikato
Policy Team Leader, Local Government
Waikato
Senior Associate (Corporate), Top-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Intermediate BAS Accountant, National Accounting Firm
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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