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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
Dunedin Otago
Full time
- Comprehensive Remuneration Package
- Modern office - great location
- * Unparalleled mentorship
Well, suited to someone with a strong background in Legal support, my client is looking for a experienced Legal secretary to join their Property and P ...
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- Lead and empower a high-performing Survey team to deliver exceptional results
- Drive business growth through strategic client relationship management
- Shape the future of land development through cross-disciplinary collaboration
Be part of an innovative consultancy, foster an excelling team and make your mark on the industry!
Learn moreChristchurch Canterbury
Full time
- Central CBD location
- Exceptional mentorship on offer
- Competitive remuneration package
Introducing an exciting new opportunity from a renowned Canterbury firm. Recognised as a thriving boutique practice, the team is esteemed for their ex ...
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- Opportunity based in Kapiti
- Varied workload supporting the Director
- No over-time policy!
Join an excellent and growing firm on the Kapiti Coast!
Learn moreInvercargill Southland
Full time
- Accesible senior leaders offering mentorship and support.
- Comprehensive remuneration package on offer
- Dunedin Based Opportunity
An opportunity not to be missed here. With a glowing reputation in the market, recognised as experts in the legal field.
Learn moreTimaru Canterbury
Full time
- Join the energy sector!
- Leadership & growth opportunity
- Manage projects, maintenance, and faults
Oversee an electrical works programme - support and mentor a skilled team that delivers for the South Canterbury Community
Learn moreChristchurch Canterbury
Full time
- Work with some of New Zealand's best lawyers
- Independence of running files by yourself
- Complex and high-value matters around company issues, contracts, negligence etc
Covering all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution on some of the largest litigation files in the country.
Learn morePort Nelson Nelson
Full time
- Start 2024 with a career move to a nationwide specialist consultancy
- Become a defining member of an expanding office
- Competitive renumeration package at above market rates
Join and assist in the expansion of this nationwide organisation in this region and expand your planning and business development abilities
Learn moreQueenstown Otago
Full time
- Exciting opportunity to lead an expansion of a highly regarded consultancy
- Above market salary and private medical insurance
- Work on complicated projects, overseeing them from conception to completion
Play a pivotal role in managing a diverse range of land development projects in and around the Central Lakes region
Learn moreDunedin Otago
Full time
- Join our Ōtepoti HQ & experience a rewarding career in recruitment!
- Fast-paced, busy & varied work working within our specialised engineering team.
- Build lasting relationships & connect with premium talent across Aotearoa.
We are delighted to open our doors again to our Dunedin HQ, now accepting applicants for our 2024/2025 Graduate Programme!
Learn moreWanaka Otago
Full time
- Rare opportunity with our Wānaka team for experienced recruitment professional.
- Client facing role; build relationships & connect with premium talent across NZ.
- 3+ years experience w/ previous exposure to civil engineering processes required
We are delighted to open our doors again to our Wanaka offices, now accepting applications from experienced civil engineering recruiters.
Learn moreFull time
- Learn from a large team and relish within a flexible working environment
- Enjoy the Australian beaches and sun, where every day feels like a holiday
- Live in a culturally rich city with people from diverse backgrounds
Fluid Recruitment are exclusively working with a Melbourne based organisation looking for New Zealand based planners to join their team.
Learn moreChristchurch Canterbury
Full time
- Genuine hands-on legal & administrative role; suitable for PAs & LEs alike.
- Quality work with a down-to-earth & good-humoured team.
- Flexible start-finish times negotiable; enquire within.
Work across a variety of property, commercial, corporate, and high-value trust matters while providing direct support to senior practice partner.
Learn moreManukau Auckland
Full time
- Beat the city traffic and enjoy a rewarding lifestyle with a top suburban firm
- Supportive, inclusive, and progressive work environment
- Ample opportunities for flexibility and WFH opportunities
This opportunity awaits a senior lawyer keen to be a subject matter expert in private client law with opportunities to dabble in other areas.
Learn moreFull time
- Diverse and stimulating files across residential and commercial real estate
- Competitive package with a lucrative bonus scheme + health and wellness benefit
- Strong camaraderie across the firm - friendly, supportive, and inclusive
Exceptional opportunity for a senior lawyer looking to work on a varied portfolio of property files within a collaborative environment.
Learn morePorirua Wellington
Full time
- Work alongside a pre-eminent Family Legal Aid provider
- Build your litigation experience
- Innovative and progressive private practice with three branches
Community-focused and full-service law firm with a highly collaborative approach where innovation and creativity is encouraged.
Learn moreContract/Temp
- Warm, inviting, and supportive work environment
- Auckland CBD location - close to all the great cafes, shops and transport hubs
- 7-week temp assignment with a week handover. June start.
A rare opportunity in litigation for a Legal Administrator seeking a temporary work arrangement.
Learn moreChristchurch Canterbury
Full time
- Newly created role to support growing team & clientele!
- Eastern Suburban location with parking-- 10 mins from CBD.
- Flexible working arrangements available.
Our client is looking for a talented Legal Assistant to join their tight-knit Conveyancing team, just 10 mins from Ōtautahi CBD.
Learn moreFull time
- Permanent full-time opportunity with an exceptional firm
- Plenty of support available + ongoing training and development
- Great additional benefits - 1-day WFH + Health and Wellness benefits/initiatives
Superb opportunity to work with a variety of experts in this firms Litigation team.
Learn moreDunedin Otago
Full time
- Competitive Remuneration Package
- Direct access to Partners
- Social/collaborative team environment
Delighted to be working closely again with our longstanding Dunedin based client as they look to expand their commercial offering. With a highly thoug ...
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Chief Financial Officer, Electrical Distribution Network
Waikato
Financial Controller, Health Sector
Lawyer, Top Tier Law Firm
Auckland
Litigation Solicitor, Large Full Service Firm
Christchurch
Workflow Manager, National Energy Provider
Dunedin
Business Administrator, Accountancy Practice
Dunedin
Payroll Manager, National Manufacturer
Hamilton
Commercial Associate, Large Full Service Firm
Christchurch
HR Co-ordinator, Public Practice Firm
Christchurch
Legal PA, Law Firm
Hamilton
Partner, General Practice Law Firm
Waikato
Practice Manager, Corporate Law Firm
Wellington
Junior Barrister, Criminal Lawyers
Auckland
Area Sales Manager, National Engineering Supplier
People Advisor, Shipping Port
Otago
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 03 467 7227 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 03 467 7225 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 03 477 6700 or marlene@fluidrecruitment.co.nz
Holly is a Manager within our legal team, recruiting for both the Waikato and Central Otago regions. She specialises in junior through to senior appointments across all disciplines.
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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