Under the dazzling lights of The Star in Sydney, recruitment’s finest, glammed up to cheer on the best of the Industry. Last night’s RCSA’s REC gala was a dazzler, a festival of sequins, sharp suits, spirited networking and serious celebration. It always feels so good to raise a glass to the people and businesses shaping the future of work.
With so many high-quality entries this year, competition was fierce, and the judging process (as always) was rigorous, independent, and transparent. For every name called to the stage, there were outstanding finalists who came within a whisker. Their work continues to lift the bar and push our profession forward.
“Just like in previous year’s the calibre of our 2025 nominees was phenomenal,” said RCSA CEO Charles Cameron.
“It’s inspiring to see how our industry is not just responding to change but driving it. From technology and wellbeing to inclusion and social purpose, these winners represent the best of us. They are innovative, principled, and passionate about what great recruitment can do.”
And the winners are…
Excellence in Business Innovation – DNA Recruitment Solutions
Sponsored by Kamal
For bold, data-backed tech that’s transforming the recruitment landscape.
Excellence in Candidate Care – Horner Recruitment
Sponsored by Prime Super
For putting people first, with standout engagement and wellbeing initiatives.
Excellence in Client Service – Beaumont People
Sponsored by Citation
For delivering consistently exceptional outcomes, driven by evidence and empathy.
Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging - Vertical Scope Group
Sponsored by Global Careers Africa
For leading with lived experience and creating meaningful workforce change.
Excellence in Safety and Wellbeing Culture - Chandler Macleod
For their proactive and structured approach to physical and psychosocial safety.
Excellence in Social Purpose – Launch
Sponsored by RCSA Insurance
For embedding social impact into their business DNA through partnerships and measurable action.
Outstanding Boutique Agency – Woodforde Group
Sponsored by Synaptico
For their holistic, human-first approach to recruitment across every touchpoint.
Outstanding Medium Agency – Horner Recruitment
Sponsored by JobAdder
For showing how a medium-sized business can lead with flexibility, technology, and integrity.
Outstanding Large Agency – people2people recruitment
Sponsored by TargetRecruit
For championing inclusion and continuous improvement at scale.
Rising Star – Ana Jandagi, Zeep Medical
For delivering record-breaking results and blazing a fast track to leadership.
Recruitment Professional – Laura Frazer, Frazer Tremble
Sponsored by SEEK
For combining operational excellence with industry leadership and mentorship.
Recruitment Leader – Danielle Johnson, Sirius.
Sponsored by Xeople
For empowering others while leading strategic growth and systems transformation.
The 2025 Gala was more than an awards night. It was a moment to connect, recognise, and reflect. With a room full of legends, up-and-comers, and industry trailblazers, it reminded us all why recruitment, at its best, is about purpose, people, and powerful impact.
Here's to the winners. Here’s to the finalists. And here’s to the future.