This business is personal to us. It’s about connecting people, not collecting commissions. We enjoy getting to know people, and want you to feel part of our extended family.

Our team has the perfect balance of skills and experience to deliver you the right result. But equally importantly, we’re easy to get along with and always available to talk through your needs – offering the best advice or a helping hand.

We are proud to have remained New Zealand owned and operated, since opening in 1989. We’re also proud of our relationship with the not-for-profit sector (as a specialist recruiter), our support for the arts, and our status as a preferred provider to All of Government.

We’re also part of the Positive Business movement and have partnered with CarbonInvoice™ to mitigate the emissions that arise from our business’ carbon footprint.

Meet the McLaren team:


I am incredibly impressed with the exceptional recruitment services provided by Kirsty and the team. They made what seemed like a challenging task appear effortless, and the entire process was seamless and efficient. Kirsty's expertise in understanding our unique business model and culture played a pivotal role in successfully recruiting someone who aligns perfectly with our organisation's values and expectations.

Amanda R – The Workshop

We haven't needed to appoint a CEO for our iconic kiwi organisation for 13 years so this was a BIG DEAL for us. We put our faith in McLaren Recruitment and they absolutely delivered. Competent, proactive staff who pulled together a fantastic list of well-researched, well-suited applicants. I'd like to add that Nikki went well beyond my expectations as a board chair in advice, guidance, preparing documents and making what was a drawn out, stressful time for us as an organisation a process that was well managed, well led and well executed. Will definitely use again, and completely recommend.

Phil M – YES

Ngan understood the assignment and delivered candidates of quality better than we could have hoped, and assisted with advice throughout the process that helped us secure our preferred candidate. 12/10 would recommend.

Christina H – Save the Children