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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
Christchurch, 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 moreWanaka Otago
Full time
- Strong forward workload
- Variety of projects
- Tight-knit culture
Experienced Project Manager needed to deliver high-end residential, commercial & multi-unit projects for a busy, well-established company.
Learn moreFull time
- Work on high-end residential pool projects.
- Own the consent process from initial site review through to final approval.
- Ideal for someone from council, compliance, or construction backgrounds.
Join one of New Zealand's leading residential pool developers and take ownership of high-end consent projects from site review to council approval
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- Lead infrastructure planning across various different council assets.
- Drive long-term renewal forecasting and asset investment decisions.
- Work closely with operational teams, consultants, and key stakeholders.
Rare opportunity to shape long-term infrastructure investment and asset strategy across one of New Zealand's most diverse council portfolios.
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- Lead design & analysis for power infrastructure
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams and key energy clients
- Competitive package in a fast-growing, specialist consultancy
Intermediate Structural Engineer role in Tauranga delivering HV power projects with a cutting edge energy consultancy.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Newly created role for a firm in growth mode
- Suburban location, avoid the CBD
- Run your own hearings
Practice Family Law with a growing firm in the Christchurch suburbs.
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- Lead infrastructure planning across various different council assets.
- Drive long-term renewal forecasting and asset investment decisions.
- Work closely with operational teams, consultants, and key stakeholders.
Rare opportunity to shape long-term infrastructure investment and asset strategy across one of New Zealand's most diverse council portfolios.
Learn moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Lead infrastructure planning across various different council assets.
- Drive long-term renewal forecasting and asset investment decisions.
- Work closely with operational teams, consultants, and key stakeholders.
Rare opportunity to shape long-term infrastructure investment and asset strategy across one of New Zealand's most diverse council portfolios.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Step into a boutique law firm located on the city fringe w growth opportunities
- Play a central role in driving the success of a tight knit, established team.
- Competitive pay package + employee wellbeing benefits on offer + street parking
Join our client, a prominent boutique firm based on the city fringe, as a Legal Secretary supporting their busy Property team.
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- In-house employment law opportunity within a supportive team
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package
- Full-time or part-time options considered
An exciting opportunity for an Employment Lawyer to step into a newly created role within a respected and collaborative team.
Learn moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Lead design & analysis for power infrastructure
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams and key energy clients
- Competitive package in a fast-growing, specialist consultancy
Senior Structural Engineer role in Tauranga delivering HV power projects with a cutting edge energy consultancy.
Learn moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- An highly involved legal support opportunity
- A firm that values work-life balance
- Part-time or full-time
We're seeking a skilled legal secretary or legal assistant to join our clients firm in a varied and hands-on role.
Learn moreQueenstown, Otago
Full time
- Join a growing, forward-thinking CA firm | Big plans for the back half of 2026!
- Be involved with complex compliance and advisory projects for diverse clients
- Thrive in Queenstown, balancing career growth with an exceptional lifestyle
Long term pathway here for someone wanting future progression through to Partnership
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Full time
- Progress your career | Stepping stone for someone with 3+ years experience
- Above market rate base salary, perks and a bonus structure!
- Work / life balance, flexibility and a down to earth team
Advisory led Senior Accountant role, with long term career progression and growth. Be involved with budgeting, forecasting and value-add work.
Learn moreFull time
- Genuine opportunities for progression through training and mentoring
- Join a collaborative and social working environment
- Central Location - Modern office
My client is looking for an experienced solicitor with 2-6 years PQE. The role will sit in the firm's property team.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Long standing and reputable firm in central Christchurch
- Offers health insurance, birthday leave and competitive salary
- Fantastic opportunities for professional development
2+ PQE Senior Solicitor or Associate to perform property and private client work
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Diverse Client Exposure: Work with a range of clients from various industries
- Superb workplace culture | Grow your career with a leading firm
- Fantastic perks - 5 weeks AL, mobile phone and company wellness policy
Varied Intermediate / Senior level role, with a mix between advisory, compliance and client facing responsibilities
Learn moreFull time
- Band 1 CRC Team - first-class seat to NZ's largest matters
- Be at the forefront of legal innovation; thrilling, varied, & exciting work
- Strong long-term career development opportunities within a premier practice
An awesome opportunity to join a Tier 1 CRC team in Auckland, sat at the forefront of legal innovation, working with modern clients and projects.
Learn moreWellington Central, Wellington
Full time
- Band 1 M&A Team - first-class seat to NZ's biggest transactions
- Work across M&A, joint ventures, infrastructure, energy, and technology
- Take your career to the next level with a high-performing team
Join an industry leader to advise on high-profile M&A, joint ventures, infrastructure, energy, and tech projects.
Learn moreFull time
- In-house employment law opportunity within a supportive team
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package
- Full-time or part-time options considered
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join a well-established national organisation based in Wellington.
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
HR Co-ordinator, Public Practice Firm
Christchurch
Partner, General Practice Law Firm
Waikato
General Manager, Full Service Law Firm
Waikato
HR Manager, Electrical Distribution Network
Legal PA, Law Firm
Hamilton
Payroll Manager, National Manufacturer
Hamilton
Director, Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy
People and Culture Advisor, Mid-tier National Firm
Christchurch
People Advisor, Shipping Port
Otago
HR Manager, Regional Law Firm
Wellington
Junior Barrister, Criminal Lawyers
Auckland
Solicitor, Law Firm
Nelson
BAS Accountant, Tax Accounting Firm
Christchurch
Business Administrator, Accountancy Practice
Dunedin
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Hamilton
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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