Katie France Wins Recruitment Professional of the Year at 2025 RCSA Awards; Stellar Recruitment Celebrated for Safety and Wellbeing Excellence
Stellar Recruitment is proud to announce that Katie France has been named Recruitment Professional of the Year at the prestigious 2025 RCSA Industry Awards in New Zealand. This recognition celebrates Katie’s exceptional customer service, mentorship of others and unwavering commitment to excellence in her profession.
Held at The Hilton in Auckland, the RCSA Awards are a hallmark of distinction in the recruitment and staffing industry, honouring individuals and organisations that exemplify innovation, integrity, and impact. Katie’s win is a testament to her dedication to building meaningful relationships and delivering outstanding results for clients and candidates alike.
Robbie McIlraith, General Manager of Stellar Recruitment, shared his thoughts on the recognition: “Katie’s win is a proud moment for all of us at Stellar. Her passion and professionalism stand out, and she always goes above and beyond for everyone she works with.”
Katie France said, “It is always humbling to be recognised by peers and I am absolutely thrilled to have won against some tough competition. Congratulations to all of the finalists and a huge thank you to all of my colleagues at Stellar Recruitment for their support.”
In addition to Katie’s individual achievement, Stellar Recruitment was also honoured as a finalist in the Excellence in Safety and Wellbeing Culture category. This recognition reflects the company’s deep-rooted commitment to creating safe, healthy, and supportive workplaces.
Led by Health, Safety and Wellness Advisor Olivia Yardley, Stellar’s ISO 45001-accredited Safety Management System and proactive wellbeing initiatives have set a benchmark in the industry
Robbie McIlraith, said, “Being recognised for our safety and wellbeing culture is incredibly important for us at Stellar as it reflects the heart of who we are as a business. We are committed to not only placing people in roles but ensuring they thrive in them and we are proud to be a finalist this year.”
As Stellar Recruitment continues to champion excellence across all facets of its work, these accolades reinforce Stellar’s position as a leader in both talent and care.
