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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
Tauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Ready for a new challenge? Design and deliver a diverse range of projects!
- Strong work-life balance with the ability to take the lead in divisional growth
- Competitive Remuneration + Ownership Opportunities + On-Going Career Development
Collaborate as part of a growing engineering consultancy and carve your own path in the industrial sector!
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Full time
- Varied and interesting workload + experienced team members to learn from
- Growth opportunity to join a thriving practice
- Excellent work-life balance + flexible working arrangement available
Trusts, Wills & Estates as well as some Commercial work for a Lower Hutt-based firm.
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Full time
- Clear pathways for career progression and development
- Competitive remuneration on offer
- Unparalleled mentorship available to further your career
Excited to be working on a new and exciting opportunity across the Litigation Space. Working within a close-knit team
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- Shape innovative, tech-driven legal solutions
- Enjoy autonomy and variety in your work
- Gain exposure to diverse industries and clients
Step into a role where your legal expertise goes beyond the traditional pathway.
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- Large scale commercial property matters
- Gain exposure to property transactions for high-profile clients
- Work closely with experienced Partners in a supportive, ambitious team
Join a leading Auckland firm with a great client base and high-quality work.
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- Renowned corporate practice and partners; high-calibre work
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Join one of NZ's leading law firms. Staff wellbeing prioritised. Industry recognised lawyers and services. Impressive international networks.
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Full time
- Join the electricity sector!
- Multiple upgrade projects
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Play a key role in transformational change and enable Network Waitaki to be a smart and technologically advanced network
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Full time
- Mentor junior staff members + CBD location
- Flexible work arrangements + non-hierarchical culture
- Genuine pathway to partner + lateral partner move
Senior Associate/Partner with an aptitude to build up a practice over a 12-18 month period. Networking and business development skills essential.
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Full time
- Progressive firm + lifestyle location
- Thriving social committee + non-hierarchical culture
- Genuine career progression + annual bonus
Practice quality law whilst enjoying a lifestyle location that is second to none!
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- Professional growth and development opportunities in a varied legal environment
- Flexible work arrangements and a supportive, inclusive team culture
- Competitive salary package
Seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice on diverse commercial and corporate matters.
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- Care of Children, Family Violence, Oranga Tamariki, and Guardianship matters
- Relationship Property or Maintenance matters
- Dissolutions, Welfare Guardians, or PPPR work
Join a well-established Auckland law firm and work alongside experienced professionals specialising in criminal, family, and civil law matters.
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- Care of Children, Family Violence, Oranga Tamariki, and Guardianship matters
- Relationship Property or Maintenance matters
- Dissolutions, Welfare Guardians, or PPPR work
Join a well-established Auckland law firm and work alongside experienced professionals specialising in criminal, family, and civil law matters.
Learn moreAlexandra Otago
Full time
- Lead a wide range of regulatory services
- Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team
- Live and work in a stunning Central Otago setting
Exciting leadership role in Alexandra, lead regulatory services while enjoying Central Otago's stunning lifestyle and communities.
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Full time
- Above market remuneration package
- Modern, centrally based offices with the most up to date equipment
- The chance to contribute on a diverse, countrywide project portfolio
Competitive remuneration package, flexible work options, and a supportive environment that promotes career growth and development.
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- Join a global leader driving innovation in high-security technology
- Diverse legal work across multiple jurisdictions
- Hybrid working, wellbeing benefits, and a supportive culture
My client is seeking a driven lawyer to join their legal team, offering exposure to diverse matters and the chance to work closely with the business.
Learn moreWellington Central, Wellington
Full time
- Drive key transmission projects with a renowned global consultancy
- Deliver domestic and international projects while being based in New Zealand
- Join a well-established and high performing team
Exciting delivery focused role as part of a highly regarded team, working on a range of complex projects in the energy sector
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- Hindi speaking (Essential)
- Licensed or Provisional Immigration Adviser (or eligible for licensing)
- Strong working knowledge of NZ immigration instructions and operational manuals
Here's your chance to step into a key role managing an established Hindi client portfolio within a long running practice.
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- NZ-admitted lawyer with minimum 5 years' family law experience
- Strong understanding of key areas of Family law & Relationship Property
- Opportunity to build your career within a leading Family law practice
My client is seeking a Family Lawyer with at least 5 years' solid experience to join their highly regarded Family Team.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Energy Sector - Large Asset Base
- Evolving Environment with Ambition
- Make your Mark
Exciting opportunity to work with a range of electrical assets and further enhance risk based models
Learn moreAlexandra Otago
Full time
- Manage a multi-disciplinary regulatory team
- Enjoy the outdoors, vineyards, and stunning landscapes
- Shape key community services and outcomes
Lead a regulatory team delivering building, health, licensing & animal services. A key leadership role in a thriving regional setting.
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Commercial Analyst, Global Manufacturer
Hamilton
Intermediate BAS Accountant, National Accounting Firm
Christchurch
Senior Associate (Corporate), Top-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Commercial Associate, Large Full Service Firm
Christchurch
Managing Partner, Full Service Law Firm
Waikato
Chief Financial Officer, Electrical Distribution Network
Waikato
HR Manager, Energy Sector
BAS Accountant, Tax Accounting Firm
Christchurch
Director, Accounting Firm
Wellington
Team Leader, Planning, Local Council
Managing Director, Accounting Firm
Dunedin
Practice Manager, Corporate Law Firm
Wellington
Partner, Large South Island Law Firm
Christchurch
Practice Manager, Boutique Law Firm
Waikato
Practice Manager, Regional Law Firm
Waikato
OUR TEAM
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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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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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