We understand your challenges
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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We are trusted by reputable companies and professional services firms across New Zealand
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Featured Jobs
Full time
- Well-established local East Auckland firm.
- Work across a broad variety of full-service matters.
- Potential partnership opportunity.
My client is a well-established, full-service law firm recognised for its strong reputation in delivering high-quality legal advice, seeking a Propert ...
Learn moreWellington Central, Wellington
Full time
- Excellent incentives, company vehicle and comprehensive training
- Strong qualified lead flow with opportunities to develop your own business
- Autonomous field-based role with experienced regional support
Join an established New Zealand interiors business in a field-based Sales Consultant role across Wellington. Work with qualified homeowner enquiries, ...
Learn moreFull time
- Flexible and WFH arrangements available
- Sophisticated work and clients + awesome culture
- Medium sized, national firm - great in between of top-tiers and boutiques
Sophisticated corporate transactions and clientele with a flourishing culture with genuine flexibility and WFH arrangements available
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- 'People-first' mindset approach; no hunger games environment
- Great opportunity to make your own mark within the firm
- Competitive remuneration package + car park for Snr Associate level
An excellent opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate to make their own mark within the Environmental, Planning, and Local Government team
Learn moreFull time
- Market-leading tech team working with major domestic and international clients
- Genuine team culture with two highly regarded Partners.
- Very competitive package + benefits on offer
Take your technology career to the next level with a market-leading team, exceptional clients and genuinely sophisticated international work.
Learn moreNewmarket Auckland
Full time
- Continue developing your skills in a technical leadership role
- Work in the dynamic & growing energy sector with a market leader
- Join a well-regarded people-focused, innovative, and forward-thinking culture
Be a leader as part of a highly regarded team of industry specialists
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- Well established Auckland CBD firm.
- Work across a broad variety of corporate and commercial matters.
- Access to tier one work in a specialist setting.
My client is a well-established law firm recognised as a leader in the Property and Commercial space, seeking a Corporate and Commercial Associate wit ...
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Clear pathway for progression and opportunities to lead
- Strong emphasis on professional development and staff wellbeing
- An attractive package of benefits and people-focused initiatives
An excellent progression pathway supported by opportunities to lead, mentor, and influence the future direction of the practice
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Broad in-house legal role
- Commercial and contractual focus
- Attractive salary and benefits package
Are you an experienced lawyer looking for a broad, commercially focused role where you can make a real impact?
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Contract/Temp
- Generous salary, laptop & phone provided
- Step into a quality leadership role on a major civil infrastructure project
- Work alongside an experienced project team and build your experience across the
Are you an experienced Quality Engineer ready to take the next step into a Project Quality Manager role on a major civil infrastructure project?
Learn moreWellington Central, Wellington
Full time
- Corporate & Commercial
- True progression pathway available
- Wellington CBD
A senior move, with somewhere to go.
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- 4+ year PQE
- Strong client focused relationships.
- Excellent Work / Life Balance
An incredible opportunity has arisen in a well-established full-service firm in Hawkes Bay. This is a position for a Senior Solicitor or Associate loo ...
Learn moreFull time
- Wellington CBD location
- Quality and diverse client portfolio
- Strong business advisory exposure
Senior BAS Accountant opportunity in Wellington CBD offering flexible working, genuine career progression and a quality client portfolio.
Learn moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Respected Tier 2 company
- Attractive Rem package
- Strong future workload
Rare opportunity for experienced Project Engineer to join respected company in the beautiful BOP!
Learn moreDunedin, Otago
Full time
- Work with a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries
- Grow your career with real development opportunities, mentoring, and progression
- Enjoy flexible hours and a supportive team culture in the heart of Dunedin
Help clients with tax, financials, and business advice while being part of a friendly, supportive team in a growing Dunedin based firm.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Join a family friendly law firm as a legal secretary on a PT or FT basis
- Looking for an efficient property legal secretary to support a team of two
- New office on the cusp of the city centre, with parking available nearby
A well-regarded law firm in Christchurch's CBD is looking for a Property Legal Secretary to join their team! See details below
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.
Learn moreFull time
- Work with qualified homeowners, not walk-in retail traffic
- Company vehicle, phone, laptop and full training provided
- Ideal for proven salespeople from interiors, renovation, building or home improv
If you're good at building trust quickly, asking the right questions and turning conversations into sales, this is worth a look.
Learn moreTauranga Bay of Plenty
Full time
- Civil litigation, family, employment
- Full service Tauranga firm
- Well-regarded team and culture
Looking for a senior level position in Tauranga offering varied work, autonomy, leadership opportunities and a strong team culture? Apply now!
Learn moreHamilton, Waikato
Full time
- Own tenders end-to-end with genuine autonomy and senior-level responsibility
- Price diverse civil projects across Three Waters, roading and land development
- Help drive growth and play a key role in winning future work
Take ownership. Win work. Help shape the future of a growing civil contractor.
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Registered Legal Executive, Mid Sized Law Firm
Christchurch
Commercial Analyst, Global Manufacturer
Hamilton
Partner, Large South Island Law Firm
Christchurch
HR Manager, Electrical Distribution Network
Candidate, Project Management Organisation
Christchurch
Practice Manager, Corporate Law Firm
Wellington
Workflow Manager, National Energy Provider
Dunedin
Director, Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy
Legal Executive, Law Firm
Waikato
Commercial Associate, Large Full Service Firm
Christchurch
Business Manager, Health and Safety Sector
Human Resources Advisor, National Wholesalers
Dunedin
General Manager, Electrical Distribution Network
Senior Accountant, CA Practice
Waikato
HR Co-ordinator, Public Practice 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 Legal recruitment across the regional market. Specialising in legal support and professional appointments in the Waikato, Nelson and Invercargill markets
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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