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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
Invercargill Southland
Full time
- Exciting Career growth opportunity
- Well renowned organization
- Southland based role - relocation support available
Excellent remuneration + bonus+ career development opportunities
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Full time
- Exciting Career growth opportunity
- Well renowned organization
- Southland based role - relocation support available
Excellent career development opportunities + great remuneration + relocation support available
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Full time
- Great career development opportunities
- Above market remuneration
- Opportunity to work with a supportive and forward-thinking organisation
Excellent career development opportunities + above market remuneration + relocation support
Learn moreQueenstown, Otago
Full time
- Clear training pathway, learn on the job and progress
- Variety - travel to different sites and meet new people, vehicle provided
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture with autonomy
Help teams stay safe, teach practical fire skills, and grow your career with structured training.
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- Advance your skillset with a busy, full-scope role across a variety of files.
- Work with a supportive, well-established firm.
- Enjoy a vibrant, community-focused firm in the heart of Auckland's CBD.
Join a busy, Auckland CBD firm in a temporary Legal Executive role, with the opportunity to transition to permanent. Conveyancing experience necessary
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- Residential Conveyancing
- Commercial Property Transactions
- Commercial Work
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a firm at the forefront of property law, consistently recognised as a finalist in the NZ Law Awards.
Learn morePalmerston North, Manawatu
Full time
- Rare, exciting career-growth opportunity in region
- Friendly supportive culture
- Key recruitment hire in growing business
Are you a hands-on senior finance individual, ready to take ownership of the full finance function in a Finance Manager or Head of Finance capacity?
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Full time
- Enjoy the best of both worlds ! Rural lifestyle just a short drive to the city
- Generous relocation to the area
Looking for a Contract Manager in Waikato? Take charge of key service contracts, work with great teams, and enjoy the region's lifestyle perks.
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Full time
- Best of both worlds ! Rural lifestyle close to the city
- Shaping sustainable growth for the region
- Flexible working arrangements
Lead complex resource consents, mentor junior planners, and influence sustainable urban and rural growth.
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- Key technical role in hydro asset lifecycle management
- Varied work with large and complex scale
- International applications welcomed
Play an influential role in shaping the management of Mercury's key strategic hydro assets.
Learn moreDunedin, Otago
Full time
- Offering space to grow, support when you need it, and continuous learning
- Stay current with evolving payroll systems and industry standards
- Work-life balance? We're open to part-time, full-time, or school hours
You'll play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate payroll function, liaise directly with business partners while supporting the Payroll Manager.
Learn moreTwizel Canterbury
Full time
- Join the renewable energy sector, supported by an experienced team
- Drive the successful management & delivery of large civil projects
- Live & work in one of New Zealand's most stunning regions
Play a key role in the delivery and asset management of various civil orientated assets across the Mackenzie-Waitaki District and Fiordland.
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- Gain global exposure with a leading multinational in oil & gas
- Work from anywhere with a fully remote, flexible setup
- Competitive daily rate
Join a global leader in the oil & gas sector as a Legal Consultant on high-profile M&A projects. Fully remote role with contract extension potential.
Learn moreFull time
- An opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm
- Work within a supportive work environment where talent thrives
- An chance to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact
An opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm.
Learn moreManukau Auckland
Full time
- NZ-admitted lawyer with minimum 3 years' family law experience
- Strong understanding of key areas of family law
- Strong client service skills, with empathy and compassion
The team has a strong reputation and has been recognised by Doyle's Guide for the past two years as one of New Zealand's leading Family firms.
Learn moreNewmarket Auckland
Full time
- Relevant conveyancing and land subdivision matters
- Trust and estate documents
- Family law agreements (contracting-out agreements and seperation agreements)
Join a professional team offering a full range of legal services, including family law, property transactions, company law and immigration 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
- Agri Experience Required
Join a leading firm with a new client base in the agri sector. You will be given all the tools to excel and succeed in this role.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Fantastic office location
- Focus on compliance with opportunity to progress with advisory work
- Firm is experiencing growth, so huge opportunity long-term
Continuous learning on offer and opportunities to develop your skillset. Contribute to the success of one of the best firms in the country
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Lucrative salaries and benefits available
- Locations include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth
- Opportunities across multiple practice areas
International law experience in Australia for NZ qualified lawyers with at least three years of PQE.
Learn moreFull time
- Work in a supportive, friendly team with opportunities for growth.
- Handle diverse legal tasks from conveyancing to estate administration.
- Enjoy a vibrant, community-focused firm in the heart of Auckland's CBD.
Join a dynamic firm in Auckland's CBD as a Legal Executive, handling diverse legal work in a supportive, community-focused environment!
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Hamilton
People Advisor, Shipping Port
Otago
Practice Manager, Boutique Law Firm
Waikato
Business Manager, Health and Safety Sector
Chief Operating Officer, National Advisory Practice
Dunedin
Partner, Large Full Service Firm
Dunedin
HR Manager, Energy Sector
HR Manager, Electrical Distribution Network
Senior Associate (Corporate), Top-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Practice Manager, Corporate Law Firm
Wellington
People and Culture Advisor, Mid-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Payroll Manager, National Manufacturer
Hamilton
Senior Solicitor, Private Practice Firm
Hamilton
Lawyer, Top Tier Law Firm
Auckland
BAS Accountant, Tax 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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