It’s been one week since RCSA crowned Aotearoa’s Recruitment and Staffing Industry Award winners at a glamourous, black tie ball inside the exclusive Cordis Hotel.
Today, we reveal some of the judges feedback and reflect once more on a night to remember.
Excellence in Candidate Care
Frog Recruitment
The judges considered that Frog Recruitment presented a well-rounded, professional and genuine entry with substantial evidence to support their statements. Their service is clearly technology driven, however they have not lost the personal touch that is so critical for candidate care. Their dedication to Māori and Pasifika employment and use of Te Reo Māori for more inclusive job advertisements is admirable, as is their no news is news philosophy.
Excellence in Social Purpose
Accordant – The Work Collective
The judges were impressed with how The Work Collective were able to take a concept, give it a clear purpose, and make it work in a thorough way, in a way no other recruiter has been able to before. Their commitment to encouraging students, particularly Māori, into viable, long term career paths is remarkable. It is also encouraging to see how they have embraced the community through involvement from their clients and the Red Cross.
Excellence in Safety & Wellbeing Culture – Sponsored by Leedsafe
Remarkable People
Remarkable People presented a well thought through entry that demonstrated deep reflection and planning. It is clear that they have a robust culture of reporting and are implementing innovative procedures to achieve results. Remarkable People are leading the way in wellbeing culture, with staff benefits targeted at all levels of the organisation. They are living their values and are very committed to change.
Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Student Job Search
The judges were impressed with the wide coverage of areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) presented by Student Job Search in their well-rounded entry. The diversity of their team shows that DEIB is inherent in their business and that they are living their values. The way Student Job Search told their story and connected it to their strategy was inspirational.
Excellence in Business Innovation
Leedsafe
The judges were impressed with how Leedsafe demonstrated a simple and understandable solution for their client by utilising innovative technology-based innovations. Their innovation will have a long-term impact, whilst considering sustainability.
Excellence in Client Service
Frog Recruitment
Frog Recruitment clearly have mastered the art of using technology whilst retaining the human touch. Their overall entry was professionally presented and the judges were impressed with the level of evidence supplied to support incredible results. A forward-thinking company that is a deserving winner of the Excellence in Client Service category.
Outstanding Agency - Up to 5 Staff
CoLegal Recruitment
An impressive entry from a small legal agency with good evidence to support claims made. It is clear that CoLegal Recruitment are genuinely supporting their candidates and clients and doing good for the community. Their unique and innovative approach made them a standout in this category.
Outstanding Agency - Up to 15 Staff
Grada Recruitment
Demonstrating an amazing place to work, Grada Recruitment are clearly making a difference for the clients and community they serve. Thinking outside the box is evident in their entry and the behaviour that has been incentivised is feeding a positive culture of commitment, support and achievement which is directly flowing to the results they have achieved.
Outstanding Agency - Up to 40 Staff – Sponsored by JobAdder
Potentia
The judges were impressed with Potentia’s contribution to the wider community demonstrated through real evidence. The way they support their candidates with a positive journey is evident and their alignment of candidate, client, employee and company focus to Tikanga Māori is commendable.
Outstanding Agency - Over 40 Staff
Remarkable People
Remarkable People are clearly demonstrating strong client growth and providing the right support for candidates to build loyalty and retention. Their EAP and hardship fund is a standout initiative and their community involvement is impressive
Robert Walters
An overall outstanding entry with some fantastic initiatives outlined. The focus on Māori and Pasifika talent is a standout as is the incorporation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles. The holistic approach to global employee benefits is impressive in addition to the international approach to client and candidate management.
Rising Star 2023 – Sponsored by Abbott Insurance Brokers
Georgia Barr (Grada Recruitment)
To achieve the position of Associate Director of a Recruitment Company within 5 years of joining the industry is a massive achievement and shows the essence of what it means to be a rising star. With an authentic and well supported entry,
Georgia clearly demonstrated her achievements and her success towards achieving diversity within the business. Georgia sets the bar for what we need in the future of the recruitment and staffing industry.
Recruitment Professional 2023 – Sponsored by SEEK
Vanessa Powell (Robert Walters)
An ambassador to the industry, Vanessa embodies what it means to be a Recruitment Professional. She is clearly living the values of the industry and demonstrates a high level of drive and passion. Her well-presented and well supported entry shows that she is a team player who regularly gives back to the industry.
Industry Leader 2023 – Sponsored by Lifestages KiwiSaver Scheme
Lisa Cooley MRCSA (BrightSpark)
The judges were impressed with the belief and inspiration Lisa has delivered in her firm. She demonstrates an inclusive culture, with evidence of neurodiversity and mental health awareness as well as flexible work. Lisa has built a positive reputation for herself and is showing herself as inspirational.
CEO Outstanding Contribution Award
Andrea Swan MRCSA
Andrea was recognised for her exceptionally important contribution to promoting the value and importance of recruitment services within the New Zealand Government services, especially during the All of Government panel procurement tender. Having recruitment professionals that can build the value bridge between recruitment services and government agencies in New Zealand expands RCSA’s reach, relevance and contribution to better lives and communities across the country.
Congratulations again to our 2023 Industry Awards Winners and a huge thank you to all of our judges. Continue to #loveyourwork.