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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
- Senior RMA planner role with an exciting twist
- Never be more than a stone's throw away from beautiful beaches
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement
An exciting opportunity for a consent planner looking for a role with a twist
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Full time
- Work on a diverse range of challenging and high-quality litigation matters.
- A career-defining opportunity with strong mentorship and progression.
- Work alongside leading lawyers who will challenge and inspire you.
Harkness Henry are seeking an experienced intermediate Litigation Solicitor to join their supportive and high performing team.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Join a well renowned CA firm that has a fantastic reputation in the market
- Challenging role delivering real value where you get a variety of client work
- A CA firm who promote a real work/life balance and provide flexibility
Rare Audit opportunity in Christchurch for one of New Zealand's top CA firms. Take the next step in your career!
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- Attractive compensation package
- Ongoing support, coaching, and tailored training programs
- Annual wellness allowance
A well-regarded corporate and commercial law team is seeking a mid to senior-level corporate lawyer to join their Wellington office.
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- Join a dynamic team
- Work alongside senior leaders on exciting corporate advisory matters
- Attractive benefits & support
A corporate advisory team in Wellington is looking for a dynamic mid-senior level lawyer to join their team.
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- Collaborative environment with mentorship from experienced partners.
- Access to high profile clients.
- Career development opportunities with a firm that values innovation and growth.
An excellent opportunity to advance your career in corporate and commercial law with a dynamic and highly regarded firm.
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Full time
- National Opportunities
- Innovative Environment
- Broad Range of Electrical Assets
Dynamic environment striving for asset management excellence. Play a key role in interesting & challenging asset management projects
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- Gain experience with a leading global company
- Competitive daily rate
- Opportunity to work on high-profile international M&A transactions
My client is seeking an experienced lawyer with M&A experience to join a remote team based in New Zealand (immediate start).
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- Relocate to Christchurch
- Support an experienced and knowledgeable team
- Relationship management - internal and external!
Influence local infrastructure development and contribute directly to the community in a collaborative Fire Engineering team.
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- Highly regarded Timaru based firm with a loyal client base.
- Excellent work-life balance - enjoy the local lifestyle.
- Opportunities for development and progression.
Aoraki Legal is a well-established law firm in Timaru, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services.
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Full time
- Highly regarded Timaru based firm with a loyal client base.
- Excellent work-life balance - enjoy the local lifestyle.
- Opportunities for development and progression.
Aoraki Legal is a well-established law firm in Timaru, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services.
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- Lead client portfolios, ensuring success through proactive management
- Work in a stable, and inclusive team environment
- Enjoy additional flexibility with TOIL (Time Off in Lieu) for extra hours
Provide high-quality audit work, while supporting the junior team. On-going training and development opportunities
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- Influence and shape Christchurch's infrastructure
- Support an experienced and knowledgeable team
- Relationship management - internal and external!
Influence local infrastructure development and contribute directly to the community in a collaborative Fire Engineering team.
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- Progressive firm + lifestyle location
- Thriving social committee + non-hierarchical culture
- Genuine career progression + annual bonus
Practice quality law whilst enjoying a lifestyle location that is second to none!
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- 20 hours per week
- 10am-2pm Mon-Fri
- Paid parking in the CBD
Kickstart your legal admin career with a boutique firm offering mentorship, paid parking, and a supportive team environment.
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Modern, newly renovated offices with the most up to date equipment
- Work vehicle provided along with generous Christmas bonus scheme
- Flat organisation structure with room for upward growth
Above market remuneration package, flexible work options, and a supportive environment that promotes career growth and development.
Learn moreCentral Otago, Otago
Full time
- Supportive environment with career development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- High performing, supportive organization
Great company culture + attractive remuneration + company vehicle + career progression opportunities
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- Highly regarded Taranaki firm with a strong reputation and loyal client base.
- Exciting career growth with high-quality work.
- Excellent work-life balance - enjoy the Taranaki lifestyle.
Exciting Opportunity to Join Taranaki's Leading Commercial Property Team!
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Fantastic office location
- Focus on compliance with opportunity to progress with advisory work
- Firm is experiencing growth, so huge opportunity long-term
Continuous learning on offer and opportunities to develop your skillset. Contribute to the success of one of the best firms in the country
Learn moreChristchurch, Canterbury
Full time
- Build up the planning team in the region within a long-established organisation
- Repeat client base resulting in a strong workflow and long-term job security
- Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive medical insurance benefits
Join one of the South Island's most prominent multidisciplinary consultancies providing land development services to both new and repeat clients
Learn moreHear what people say about us.
Business Administrator, Accountancy Practice
Dunedin
Junior Solicitor, Regional Law Firm
Queenstown
BAS Accountant, Tax Accounting Firm
Christchurch
HR Manager, Energy Sector
Junior Accountant, CA Firm
Dunedin
Financial Controller, Health Sector
People and Culture Advisor, Mid-tier National Firm
Christchurch
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Hamilton
Legal Executive, Regional Law Firm
Christchurch
Legal Executive, Law Firm
Waikato
Partner, Large South Island Law Firm
Christchurch
Workflow Manager, National Energy Provider
Dunedin
Area Sales Manager, National Engineering Supplier
Policy Team Leader, Local Government
Waikato
Lawyer, Top Tier Law Firm
Auckland
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 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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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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