{"id":21636,"date":"2025-11-25T07:41:31","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T07:41:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kaizenrecruitment.com.au\/?p=21636"},"modified":"2025-11-25T08:51:28","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T08:51:28","slug":"kaizen-recruitments-amanda-chisholm-new-rcsa-council-member-for-vic-and-tas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kaizenrecruitment.com.au\/kaizen-recruitments-amanda-chisholm-new-rcsa-council-member-for-vic-and-tas\/","title":{"rendered":"Kaizen Recruitment&#8217;s Amanda Chisholm: New RCSA Council Member for VIC and TAS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-21649 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/kaizen\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Kaizen-Recruitment-RCSA-Council-Member.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1900\" height=\"841\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/kaizen\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Kaizen-Recruitment-RCSA-Council-Member.png 1900w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/kaizen\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Kaizen-Recruitment-RCSA-Council-Member-300x133.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/kaizen\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Kaizen-Recruitment-RCSA-Council-Member-1024x453.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/kaizen\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Kaizen-Recruitment-RCSA-Council-Member-150x66.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/kaizen\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Kaizen-Recruitment-RCSA-Council-Member-768x340.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/kaizen\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Kaizen-Recruitment-RCSA-Council-Member-1536x680.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We are thrilled to announce that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaizenrecruitment.com.au\/team-member\/amanda-chisholm\/\"><strong><em>Amanda Chisholm<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, Director (Risk, Compliance and Legal) at Kaizen Recruitment, has been appointed as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rcsa.com.au\/Site\/News\/Latest_Insight\/2025\/11-Nov\/RCSA_Congratulates_its_2026_Council_Board_Representatives?_zs=GI2Lo&amp;_zl=7M5a3\"><strong><em>Council Member for the Recruitment, Consulting &amp; Staffing Association (RCSA)<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, representing Victoria (VIC) and Tasmania (TAS).<\/p>\n<p>Amanda\u2019s appointment underscores Kaizens commitment to shaping the future of recruitment by allowing us to contribute directly to strategic decisions that benefit the entire industry.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Role of RCSA in Shaping Australia&#8217;s Recruitment Landscape<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The RCSA stands as the peak body for the recruitment and staffing industry in Australia and New Zealand, championing fair work rights, influencing policy changes, and driving professional development. From advocating for ethical practices, to creating training programs that uplift recruitment professionals, the RCSA ensures a robust framework for talent acquisition.<\/p>\n<p>Regional Councils, play a pivotal role by channeling real industry feedback to the RCSA Board. This includes addressing local challenges alongside broader issues like regulatory shifts and workforce diversity. <span data-teams=\"true\">By representing the interests of member firms, the Council fosters a collaborative environment where recruitment executives can advocate effectively for sustainable growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How This Appointment Strengthens Industry Advocacy and Standards<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This is not about prestige; it is about impact. Through Amanda\u2019s contribution, we will push for enhanced training initiatives, improved compliance standards, and innovative solutions to common pain points like candidate retention and client fit.<\/p>\n<p>For the financial services sector this means more resilient talent pipelines and fairer advocacy on issues like flexible work rights and skill gaps.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Benefits for Our Talent Network and Clients<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Amanda&#8217;s appointment heralds a new chapter of excellence in recruitment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Our commitment to clients:<\/strong> Expect more precise delivery, streamlined processes, stronger retention outcomes, and candidates who genuinely fit your organisational culture and goals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Our commitment to talent:<\/strong> We&#8217;re investing in enhanced training pathways and professional development opportunities.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Leveraging RCSA Council Expertise for Your Strategic Advantage<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This council appointment positions us to offer enhanced support across two key areas:<\/p>\n<p><strong>For Organisations:<\/strong> Financial services clients can benefit from informed guidance on strategic workforce planning, and recruitment solutions aligned with evolving compliance requirements.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For Professionals:<\/strong> Candidates within the financial services sector gain access to career strategy consultation, accreditation pathway advice, and insights into emerging industry opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>We welcome discussions on how our RCSA involvement and recruitment expertise can address your specific objectives.<\/p>\n<h2>Get in Touch<\/h2>\n<p>Based in Melbourne and Sydney, Kaizen Recruitment specialises in financial services recruitment across funds management, wealth management, superannuation, investment consulting and insurance. <span style=\"font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border-width: 0px; outline: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\">If you\u2019d like to discuss candidate career drivers and the current state of the market within the financial services recruitment landscape, feel free to reach out to us with your details below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"frm_forms  with_frm_style frm_center_submit frm_style_formidable-style\" id=\"frm_form_20_container\" data-token=\"6aead04a6f8a568830616afae529e747\">\n<form enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" method=\"post\" class=\"frm-show-form  frm_js_validate  frm_pro_form \" id=\"form_contactform1\"  data-token=\"6aead04a6f8a568830616afae529e747\">\n<div class=\"frm_form_fields \">\n<fieldset>\n<legend class=\"frm_screen_reader\">Got Questions? 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