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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
- Join a firm with a reputation for excellence
- Will suit a highly motivated accountant with at least 2+ years NZ experience
- Excellent remuneration package | Salary higher than most firms in the market
This BAS Intermediate Accountant is primarily responsible for compliance work and long term getting more advisory duties as they progress their career
Learn moreRotorua Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Hybrid working position
- Corporate entity with family culture
- Growth position
Are you an experienced accounting professional ready to take your career to the next level in one of New Zealand's best performing organisations?
Learn moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Collaborate with international clients and expand your global commercial acumen
- Clear pathways for career growth and development
- Flexible hours with hybrid work options
My client, Southpac Group, is seeking a Business Development Lawyer to join their team during a dynamic period of growth and innovation.
Learn moreQueenstown, Otago
Full time
- Company vehicle, health insurance & competitive pay
- Repeat client base resulting in a strong workflow and long-term job security
- Strong career progression in one of NZ's most desirable locations
Lead civil projects across the Southern Lakes District in one of the fastest growing construction sectors
Learn moreInvercargill Southland
Full time
- Competitive Salary + Phone & tablet + Vehicle
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Relocation Allowance
Join a supportive team as a Refrigeration Engineer in Invercargill. Great pay, vehicle, and career growth. Apply now!
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- Tak the lead on a range of complex disputes
- Work alongside a high-performing team of litigators
- Advance your career with mentorship from top litigation partners
Are you looking for a high-performing and collaborative firm where you can grow your litigation career?
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Full time
- Senior leadership role delivering strategic regulatory outcomes
- Collaboration across the West Coast to support Te Tai o Poutini (One District)
- Greymouth based- Leadership of a dedicated and talented team
Senior leadership role with the opportunity to shape and drive strategic programme delivery, leading a dedicated and high-performing regulatory team.
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- Direct responsibility on sophisticated banking and finance transactions.
- Collaborative culture with access to top-tier partners.
- Clear progression in a forward-thinking, growth-oriented firm.
This is an outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your career within a dynamic and highly regarded banking and finance team.
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- Lead a high-performing audit team and drive quality assurance
- Mentor staff and support career development.
- Contribute to the firms growth and strategic initiatives.
Lead a high-performing audit team. Drive quality audits, mentor staff, and shape the firm's future growth
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- Lead a high-performing audit team and drive quality assurance
- Mentor staff and support career development.
- Contribute to the firms growth and strategic initiatives.
Hawkes Bay based role. Lead a high-performing audit team. Drive quality audits, mentor staff, and shape the firm's future growth
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- Lead a high-performing team in a sunny Hawkes Bay
- Enjoy work-life balance, WFH options and generous benefits
- Relocation costs provided
A vital role where you will drive the firm's success and strategy while leading a team. On offer is flexibility and other generous benefits.
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Full time
- Coach, mentor and share your technical experience!
- Locally owned network with strong community connection
- Join an energetic & ambitious team
Support field teams to access and operate Northpower's network in a safe manner, while ensuring construction quality
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Full time
- Exciting Career growth opportunity
- Well renowned global organisation
- Southland based role - relocation support available
Above market remuneration + career benefits + great company culture + working with a global organisation!
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- Exciting Career growth opportunity
- Well renowned global organisation
- Southland based role - relocation support available
Above market remuneration + career benefits + great company culture + working with a global organisation!
Learn moreFull time
- Lead a high-performing team in a sunny Hawkes Bay
- Enjoy work-life balance, WFH options and generous benefits
- Significant opportunity to grow
A vital role where you will drive the firm's success and strategy while leading a team. On offer is flexibility and other generous benefits.
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- Lead a thriving client portfolio and drive real business growth
- Bilingual advantage - engage with a diverse, dynamic client base
- No ceiling here - grow your career as the firm grows
Lead a diverse portfolio and team in a high-growth CA firm. CA + CPP required. Bilingual Mandarin/Cantonese a bonus
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Newly created role: Trust account administration, AML, and finance admin support
- Central CHCH location | Respected, professional firm w/ robust support in place
- Work life balance: Part-time hours offered for the right candidate
Join a highly regarded CBD law firm in a varied trust & AML role. Grow your skills, support key projects, and enjoy part-time flexibility if needed.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Earn a competitive salary while working for a nationally recognised firm
- Genuine flexibility, including hybrid working and adaptable hours
- Supportive, down-to-earth leadership that values your input and career growth
We're looking for an experienced Senior Auditor to join a well-established accounting practice in Christchurch. This is a great opportunity to step in ...
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- Excellent team culture
- Career progression opportunities available
- Direct access to senior team members for mentoring and support
A great opportunity for a 2 year + PQE Commercial Property Solicitor has opened up in a top mid-sized Waikato law firm.
Learn moreWellington Central, Wellington
Full time
- Earn a competitive salary while working for a nationally recognised firm
- Flexible, hybrid working model with strong emphasis on wellbeing
- Collaborative, national firm with clear growth pathways and ongoing support
We're looking for an experienced Senior Auditor to join a well-established accounting practice in Wellington. This is a great opportunity to step into ...
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Intermediate BAS Accountant, National Accounting Firm
Christchurch
Junior Solicitor, Regional Law Firm
Queenstown
Policy Team Leader, Local Government
Waikato
Partner, General Practice Law Firm
Waikato
National Sales Manager, National Retailer
Lawyer, Mid-tier Law Firm
Auckland
Legal PA, Law Firm
Hamilton
Director, Accounting Firm
Wellington
HR Manager, Regional Law Firm
Wellington
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Christchurch
Senior Associate (Property), Mid-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Practice Manager, Regional Law Firm
Waikato
People and Culture Advisor, Mid-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Financial Controller, Health Sector
Registered Legal Executive, Mid Sized Law 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 615 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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Raising the Bar – Episode 4
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Navigating the Job Market as a New Graduate
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The Great Debate: Specialising vs. Remaining a Generalist in the Civil Engineering Sector
The Great Debate: Specialising vs. Remaining a Generalist in the Civil Engineering Sector It is a question we are often faced with when speaking with candidates in the engineering sector, should you remain a generalist or look to specialise within the civil discipline? Whether it is specialising in three waters, residential, commercial, infrastructure, or any…
2024 ALPMA New Zealand Legal Industry HR Issues and Salary Survey,
To coincide with the release of the 2024 ALPMA New Zealand Legal Industry HR Issues and Salary Survey, Alex Stones from Fluid Recruitment and Gemma Wragg from Tavendale & Partners discuss some of the key insights including: Average salaries in the New Zealand legal industry saw a rise of 4.7% 56% of firms remain worried…
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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