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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?
Learn moreInvercargill Southland
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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- 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.
Legal Executive, Law Firm
Waikato
HR Manager, Energy Sector
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Hamilton
Junior Solicitor, Regional Law Firm
Queenstown
HR Manager, Electrical Distribution Network
Senior Accountant, CA Practice
Waikato
Policy Team Leader, Local Government
Waikato
Managing Director, Agribusiness Exporter
Central Otago
Business Manager, Health and Safety Sector
Chief Operating Officer, National Advisory Practice
Dunedin
HR Co-ordinator, Public Practice Firm
Christchurch
Financial Controller, Health Sector
HR Advisor, City Council
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Christchurch
Managing Partner, Full Service 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 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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Market Insights – 2022 ALPMA Fluid Legal Salary and HR Issues Survey
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“Planning” for The Great Resignation
“Planning” for The Great Resignation Those “in-the-know” are throwing big figures that would have an astronomical impact on New Zealand’s job market. 25%, 30%, up to 50% of people are looking to walk away from their job in the next 12-24 months. The numbers vary widely (and that might be because no one actually…
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Updating your CV and not sure where to start? Preparing your professional document will be hands-down the most important step in your next big career move. But yet, there is distinct lack of transparency around what will be most useful to prospective employers, creating confusion and subsequently – many candidates will leave it until…
How to Stand Out From the Rest When Interviewing
This is not a list of dos and don’ts, but more a guide to making the right impression. Most, if not all legal industry professionals are aware that the market is candidate short. Although good private practice experience is few and far between, it does not mean interviewing well is not a factor. Standing out…
Why Staying in Public Practice can be a Good Career Move
There are many things to consider before moving from one Chartered Accounting firm to another. At Fluid Recruitment we deal with many candidates who are looking at making this transition. We know the reasons why people look to make a switch, the biggest challenges they face when doing so and the opportunities that are available….
“The Great Resignation – Is it happening and when?”
As a recruiter, it is difficult not to follow the news and “expert insight” around the Great Resignation, when it is happening and what this will likely mean…. Having worked in the recruitment industry for over 16 years I am used to certain levels of hype and speculation from time to time, and at…
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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