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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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We are trusted by reputable companies and professional services firms across New Zealand
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Featured Jobs
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- Advance into a Senior position within a busy, supportive high performing team.
- Join a dynamic supportive team led by experienced partners.
- Diverse work - no two days are the same!
An fantastic opportunity for a senior litigator to act for prominent clients in significant, complex, matters.
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- Exciting opportunity for an experienced litigator!
- Recognition and progression
- CBD location
Take the next step up in your career with a senior position in a reputable litigation and dispute resolution team.
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- Open to relocating? Positions in both Christchurch AND Nelson!
- Flexible and Family-Friendly working environment. Short Commutes!
- Local practice with a global presence and offices nationwide
Relocating to the South Island? Want to Live in a fun and friendly community, close to work and no long commutes? Roles in Nelson & Christchurch!
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- Well-established mid-sized firm
- Collaborative and social culture
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Seeking an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join our clients successful litigation practice.
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- Make an impact on significant projects and engage with top-tier clients
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Dive into challenging and rewarding commercial property matters, whilst gaining exposure to significant projects & large international clients.
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- Ready for a new challenge? Design and deliver a diverse range of projects!
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- Looking for an exciting new role that genuinely rewards and values you?
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- Excellent working environment and remuneration package!
Manage and lead audit engagements, identify and evaluate financial risks, and deliver tailored services to clients. Hybrid BAS AND Audit role.
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- Fixed term until June 2026 with permanent potential
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Join a company with a culture that fosters and encourages professional and personal development. Great exposure to the Senior Leadership team. Christc ...
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- Ready for a new challenge? Step into a tier two position
- Join a growing organisation, delivering for their community
- live a stone through away from beautiful beaches
An exciting opportunity to combine your management experience and roading expertise as Roading lead in Kaipara
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Full time
- Fantastic first commercial opportunity for a CA qualified accountant
- Make a real impact while developing your expertise in a dynamic environment
- Key role putting you at at the heart of the organisation's financial success
You will take charge of crafting detailed monthly financial statements and closely monitoring our financial performance.
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- Offers you career growth within a niche and thriving industry
- Inclusive and respectful culture with fabulous offices and location
- Varied and rewarding position - rarely available!
Joins a thriving and supportive practice who are dedicated to their clients and their team.
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Full time
- Fresh role that genuinely values and rewards you within a growing team
- Truly Flexible and Family-Friendly working environment
- Efficient and Modern workspaces and systems - Time to enjoy your work!
Are you a motivated and driven accountant looking to switch to something new and rewarding? Potentially open to relocating to Palmerston North?
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Full time
- Westport based position offering flexibility and lifestyle
- Broad technical scope offering key development opportunity
- Generous remuneration and benefits package
You will align financial strategies with organisational goals and planning, across departments to enhance financial management capabilities.
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Full time
- Close knit team having fun while they work!
- Fantastic variety and great workplace culture.
- Develop sector specific skills to grow your career.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled multitasker to join our team as an Administrative Support and Accounts Assistant. This role involves mana ...
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Full time
- Pathway to partnership
- Comprehensive remuneration
- Un-parallelled mentorship
An excellent opportunity awaits an ambitious Senior Solicitor well versed across Property and Commercial matters.
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Part time
- Well-established mid-sized firm
- Supportive and collaborative team
- Competitive remuneration package
Join a thriving and supportive practice who are committed to their clients and their team!
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Full time
- Values driven with a focus on work-life balance + Flexibility Guaranteed!
- Industry leading and supportive team + Extra Benefits
- Modern and vibrant workplace + Relaxed and Collaborative atmosphere
Exciting role for an experienced Accountant up in Sunny Nelson. Provide business, tax, and accounting support to a diverse portfolio of clients!
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Full time
- Flexible work environment
- Unparalleled mentorship on offer
- Comprehensive remuneration package
With a strong presence in the local market my clients are committed to delivering their outstanding service to their diverse and long-standing client
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Full time
- An exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant
- Join a reputable firm and take your career to the next level
- A positive and supportive team environment
A brilliant opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a busy and supportive team.
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Full time
- Autonomy to develop and lead a team of experienced Structural Engineers.
- Spearhead complex projects across multiple industries.
- Professional development opportunities available.
Work as part of a high-performing specialist consultancy, utilising your technical expertise & management skills on a range of complex projects.
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Solicitor, Law Firm
Nelson
Director, Accounting Firm
Wellington
Partner, General Practice Law Firm
Waikato
National Sales Manager, National Retailer
Managing Director, Agribusiness Exporter
Central Otago
Advisory Services Partner, National Accountancy Practice
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Christchurch
Senior Accountant, CA Practice
Waikato
Policy Team Leader, Local Government
Waikato
Director, Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy
HR Advisor, City Council
Litigation Solicitor, Large Full Service Firm
Christchurch
Practice Manager, Boutique Law Firm
Waikato
Team Leader, Planning, Local Council
Payroll Manager, National Manufacturer
Hamilton
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 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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