We’re Winners at the 2025 RCSA Awards!

Horner Recruitment is proud to be winners for not just one but two categories in the 2025 RCSA Industry Awards!  The only agency to receive two awards in the 2025 awards!

The awards are run by the RCSA (Recruitment, Consulting & Staffing Association), our peak industry association and recognise the best of the best in the recruitment, staffing and workforce solutions sector in Australia and New Zealand.

Under the dazzling lights of The Star in Sydney, recruitment’s finest, glammed up to cheer on the best of the Industry at the RCSA’s REC gala on Thursday, 22nd May 2025. With so many high-quality entries this year the competition was fierce so we are thrilled to be recognised as winners!

Award Categories

We are delighted to be winners for the following categories: 

• Outstanding Medium Agency

Sponsored by JobAdder

This award recognises recruitment agencies that consistently delivers an outstanding experience to their clients, candidates and their own staff combined with contributing to the recruitment and staffing industry, other stakeholders and the broader community.  The judges praised Horner for showing how a medium-sized business can lead with flexibility, technology and integrity.

• Excellence in Candidate Care 

Sponsored by Prime Super 

This award recognises organisations that have demonstrated outstanding leadership and commitment to excellence in candidate care and management.  The judges said Horner Recruitment’s commitment to candidate care with an innovative approach sets them apart and makes them a deserving winner of Excellence in Candidate Care. From wellbeing initiatives and upskilling programs to multi-channel communication and outstanding engagement rates, they consistently prioritise candidates’ needs, aligning with RCSA’s principles of Transparency, Care & Respect.

Thank you to the RCSA for this recognition and to the category sponsors Prime Super and Job Adder.

Kylie Heffernan, Horner CEO, commented “We are absolutely honoured to be named winners at the 2025 RCSA Industry Awards. This incredible achievement reflects the passion, dedication and hard work our entire team brings every day to support our candidates, clients and wider community. Winning this award reinforces our belief in the power of collaboration, integrity and personalised service. Thank you to our amazing team, supportive clients, incredible candidates and valued industry partners – this is your win too. Congratulations to all the other winners and finalists – what a fantastic celebration of excellence in our industry!” 

About the RCSA Industry Awards 

Hosted by our peak industry body, the Recruitment, Consulting & Staffing Association, the RCSA Industry Awards provide the opportunity to recognise the best of the best in the recruitment, staffing and workforce solutions sector in Australia and New Zealand. These coveted awards are among the most prestigious in the sector and highlight the true outstanding achievers operating in the space. 

“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.”

Find out more visit > https://www.rcsa.com.au/Site/Site/Training_and_Events/RCSA_Industry_Awards_2024.aspx 

About Horner Recruitment 

As one of Australia’s longest-established privately owned consultancies, celebrating our 50th anniversary this year, we have five decades of experience serving our client’s unique recruitment needs. Horner is a modern, national, award-winning recruitment agency, delivering 360° HR solutions to businesses, not-for-profits and government agencies. Our multifaceted, award-winning recruitment & HR services provide the crucial support your organisation’s needs to grow, develop and achieve your goals wherever you are in Australia – from Melbourne and Sydney to Adelaide and Perth, we’ve got you covered. As a leading recruitment agency, Horner provides customised solutions for executive search, permanent recruitment, temporary staffing, labour hire and payrolling services to HR & WHS consulting and Outplacement Services. 

Contact the team to discuss your next vacancy or consulting need for a personalised solution.