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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
- Join a well-established Bay of Plenty firm
- Work on a broad range of commercial and property matters
- Enjoy a supportive and engaging team environment
We are seeking a lawyer with 3+ years PQE skilled in property and/or commercial law!
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- Exposure to high end work across residential and commercial property
- Get high job satisfaction and excel your career further
- Comprehensive range of benefits and initiatives to empower you
Due to the high demand within the property team, they are seeking an experienced Legal Executive to join their dynamic practice.
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- Mix of corporate/commercial work with interesting clients
- Flexible working policy and competitive benefits
- Wellington CBD
We're seeking a skilled Associate or Senior Associate looking for their next step in the Corporate & Commercial space. 7+ years PQE
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- 1+ year PQE
- Early client contact
- 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!
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Full time
- Support a thriving team
- A firm that values work-life balance
- Excellent location
Seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join my client's trusts & estates team!
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Flexible Start and Finish Times
- Hybrid
- Large Organisation
We're seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to manage end to end payroll for a workforce of 500 employees. In this fast paced role, you'll ensure acc ...
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Rare legal role in a high performing, friendly Property & Commercial team!
- Looking for an experienced commercial/property PA to supplement this team.
- Central CHCH location + Respected, professional firm w/ robust support in place
Join a friendly Christchurch firm as a Legal PA in property & commercial. Flexible, supportive, and a team where people love to stay long-term.
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Full time
- Work across surveying, planning & engineering on diverse development projects
- Established Auckland consultancy with strong mentoring and CPD support
- Full project ownership ranging from cadastral surveys to engineering design
Shape land development projects from survey to title - field, office, and client-facing work with a well-known local consultancy
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- Dissolutions, Welfare Guardians, or PPPR work
- Family Violence, Oranga Tamariki, and Guardianship matters
- Relationship Property or Maintenance matters
Family Lawyer - 1/2 Years PQE - Auckland Care of Children, Family Violence, Oranga Tamariki, and Guardianship matters
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- Navigate the complexities of employment legislation to prevent costly disputes
- Act in professional disciplinary hearings
- Draft or review employment agreements & policies
A well respected client is seeking an ambitious Employment Lawyer to join their team in Auckland's CBD.
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- Communicate clearly & professionally with clients, real estate agents & lenders
- Ensure deadlines are met and all processes comply with legal standards
- Prepare and manage all documentation related to property conveyancing
My client is a modern, client-focused law firm committed to providing exceptional service in property law and conveyancing.
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- Seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join a great team environment
- Meaningful role supporting senior authors
Are you an experienced commercial or property Legal Secretary looking for your next role? This may be the role for you!
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- A minimum of 3 years PQE within Family Law
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage their own time effectivel
- A practical mindset with excellent attention to detail
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join a well respected firm based in Whangerei.
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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 moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Significant sized projects + high profile client base
- Work closely with two experienced partners + mentor juniors
- Flexible working environment + generous salary & benefits
Join a highly regarded environmental and resource management practice working on complex, high-impact projects across New Zealand.
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- Excellent opportunity for a Senior Solicitor/Associate to progress their career
- Consistent pipeline of complex, high-value property & development transactions
- Boutique environment meaning hands-on involvement across matters
Senior Property Solicitor/Associate role with a leading boutique firm, working on complex, high-value development and property transactions.
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- 5 years post-admission experience with solid family law expertise
- Confident managing files independently and advising clients on complex matters
- A genuine pathway to a Team Leader role
A highly successful and growing client is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join their Pukekohe team.
Learn moreFull time
- 5 years post-admission experience with solid family law expertise
- Confident managing files independently and advising clients on complex matters
- A genuine pathway to a Team Leader role
A highly successful and growing client is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join their Pukekohe team.
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 moreFull time
- 5 years post-admission experience with solid family law expertise
- Confident managing files independently and advising clients on complex matters
- A genuine pathway to a Team Leader role
A highly successful and growing client is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join their Pukekohe team.
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
BAS Accountant, Tax Accounting Firm
Christchurch
Solicitor, Law Firm
Nelson
People Advisor, Shipping Port
Otago
HR Manager, Regional Law Firm
Wellington
Lawyer, Mid-tier Law Firm
Auckland
Senior Solicitor, Private Practice Firm
Hamilton
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Hamilton
National Sales Manager, National Retailer
Area Sales Manager, National Engineering Supplier
Intermediate BAS Accountant, National Accounting Firm
Christchurch
Managing Partner, Full Service Law Firm
Waikato
HR Advisor, City Council
Payroll Manager, National Manufacturer
Hamilton
Advisory Services Partner, National Accountancy Practice
Partner, General Practice Law Firm
Waikato
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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