Award categories
Service Providers:
1. Best Compensation & Benefits Consultancy
2. Best All-Round Recruitment Agency
In today’s economy, companies are looking for one-stop shops that can provide holistic services that will cater to different sizes and industry orientation. The winners of this category need to possess extensive experience and an overview for successful hires across a multitude of levels and industries, and demonstrate the ability to execute positive hiring projects.
3. Best Contract Staffing Solution Agency
Contract roles are gaining popularity among employers as more employees are looking for more flexible arrangements. The winners of this category need to demonstrate the ability to provide cost-effective and efficient contract hiring solutions to help employers fulfil their talent needs.
4. Best Corporate Health & Wellness Provider (NEW)
With the rising cost of healthcare and wellness, many companies have found that prevention is cheaper than physical treatments. The cost of company-sponsored nutritionist advice, exercise, and workout incentives, mental wellness practices, and an ergonomic office design, reduces spending on doctors, hospitalisation, and general corporate health insurance. This category recognises solution providers that offer the most comprehensive, high-quality healthcare solutions as well as physical and mental wellness among employees of corporate clients. The winners of this category are those companies who do the best job of keeping their clients’ workforces both physically and mentally healthy, including their use of technology and data to track employee health metrics and their ability to provide personalised wellness plans, along with access to preventive medical treatments, which in turn, adds value to their clients’ bottom line.
5. Best Corporate Insurance Provider
Other than pay, employees look at the benefits and insurance coverage their employers provide as part of their package, so it is imperative that employers subscribe to insurance plans and providers that push for wider coverage, but with options to reduce spending. Great insurance also gives employees a sense of security, and thus, curbs the costs of absenteeism and low productivity. The winners of this category are those who provide exceptional corporate insurance products and services, and who tailor their solutions to meet the unique needs of each client, benefiting both employers and employees with win-win services and solutions.
6. Best Workspace Provider (NEW)
A well-designed workspace can fuel creativity, productivity, and team collaboration. This category recognises HR solution providers who help their clients create exceptional workspaces for their employees that inspire productivity, collaboration, and well-being. From innovative co-working spaces to beautifully designed areas for corporate offices, solution providers should demonstrate how they have delivered an outstanding workspace experience to their clients. The winners of the category should offer clients a range of amenities and facilities that enhance the overall employee experience, foster a sense of community, and facilitate networking opportunities.
7. Best Employee Engagement Consultancy (NEW)
Teams that work together with genuine team spirit are those which perform the best and deliver the most value to their companies. Sometimes team spirit sparks by itself, but most of the time it requires hard work and smart techniques. The winners of this category are the employee engagement specialists that help organisations improve employee engagement. Judges will be looking for providers who can demonstrate the effectiveness of their solutions in measuring and improving employee engagement, and who transform groups of employees into high-performing teams who work hard for each other, communicate effectively, and achieve fantastic results.
8. Best ESG & Sustainability Consultancy (NEW)
As the world becomes increasingly aware of the importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, businesses are seeking guidance and expertise to navigate the complex landscape of sustainability. This category recognises the consultancy firm that excels in providing exceptional guidance and solutions to organisations striving to integrate sustainability into their business. Winners should showcase how they help organisations understand ESG principles and practices; provide strategic ESG guidance to businesses; help them identify their sustainability goals; develop actionable plans; and integrate sustainability into their overall business strategy.
9. Best Executive Search Agency
This category recognises the best recruitment firms that specialise in executive and C-suite appointments. Judges will be evaluating the vendor’s ability to identify and recruit top talent for executive positions, as well as their track record of success in placing candidates in high-level roles. The winners of the category should possess unparalleled knowledge and an understanding of the mechanisms of executive placement with tangible measures of success such as the quality and quantity of key appointments with big firms.
10. Best Global Expansion Recruitment Agency
In today’s globalised economy, more companies are planning to expand their businesses to markets outside of their home country, but cultural differences remain a major challenge. The winners of this category need to be equipped with an extensive global talent network, demonstrate the ability to execute cross-border hiring projects, and close cultural gaps.
11. Best HR Outsourcing Partner
An HR outsourcing service provider plays an important role in providing the essential resource of allocating professional HR assistance without the client having to invest expenses into hiring a full in-house HR team. This category recognises solution providers that supply the best outsourcing solutions for human resource management. The winners will be those who can seamlessly supply comprehensive and customisable services that fit the business needs of their clients.
12. Best Innovative Recruitment Solution Provider
Leveraging creative approaches to recruitment to help organisations identify and engage with the best candidates, the winners of this category will have a strong record of delivering innovative recruitment solutions that are customised to the specific needs and goals of their clients, while also demonstrating exceptional customer service, expertise, and creativity. Judges will consider factors such as the effectiveness and impact of the provider’s solutions, the level of customisation and flexibility offered, and the overall innovation and creativity demonstrated.
13. Best Learning & Development Consultancy (NEW)
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organisations recognise the critical role of learning and development in fostering employee growth, enhancing skills, and driving overall performance. This category recognises consultancy firms that have excelled in providing intelligent, innovative, and impactful learning solutions tailored to the unique needs of organisations across various industries. These consultancies should be able to showcase their expertise in designing and delivering high-quality learning and development programmes. Judges will evaluate factors such as the consultancy’s ability to create a seamless user experience, the quality and relevance of its learning content, the level of personalisation and customisation offered, and the overall impact of its solutions on learners’ knowledge, skills, and performance.
14. Best Mobility & Orientation Consultancy
The best mobility and orientation consultants prepare the relocated manager for changes in culture before the move, take care of the immigration administration, work out tax issues, provide advice on banking and other legal and statutory requirements, and get the expat executive into the office with minimal business disruption.
15. Best Outplacement Service Provider
This category rewards those who provide exceptional support to employees who are transitioning out of a company because of layoffs, downsizing, or restructuring. These services can include career coaching, resume writing, job search assistance, and networking opportunities. The winning outplacement service provider will have demonstrated its commitment to helping employees navigate the emotional and practical challenges of job loss, while also providing them with the tools and resources they needed to successfully transition to new employment. Judges will consider factors such as the quality of coaching and support provided, the success rate of placing employees in new roles, and the overall impact of the service on the individuals and organisations it serves.
16. Best Payroll Outsourcing Partner
One of the keys to advancing the HR function is the ability of HR professionals to free themselves of administrative HR tasks which enables them to focus on strategic HR management issues. Outsourcing payroll to a reliable third party is a godsend for many companies, and the winners of this award will be those who best deliver bottom-line value for their clients as a result of taking on and improving payroll administration.
17. Best Training & Facilitation Skills Provider
Offering exceptional training and facilitation services to help organisations improve their overall performance, these providers specialise in designing and delivering customised training programmes that are tailored to the specific needs and goals of their clients. The winners of this category need to have a proven track record of delivering high-quality training and facilitation services that are engaging, interactive, and effective in achieving measurable results. Judges will consider factors such as the expertise and experience of the provider, the quality of the training materials and resources, the level of engagement and interaction with participants, and the overall impact of the training on the organisation’s performance.
18. Best Workplace Consultancy (NEW)
In the dynamic and competitive business environment, creating a productive, engaging, and inclusive workplace is crucial for organisations to attract and retain top talent. This category recognises the consultancy firm which has excelled in providing expert guidance and solutions to organisations seeking to optimise their workplaces for maximum employee satisfaction, productivity, and wellbeing. The winners should showcase their ability in understanding the organisational culture, align workplace strategies with business goals, and implement innovative solutions that transform workspaces into vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking environments.
Products/ Services / Platform / System:
19. Best HR Management System (NEW)
Best of breed payroll, applicant tracking systems, learning management systems, and talent management software are often excellent, but many companies prefer the consistency and centralised control offered by all-encompassing end-to-end HR management systems which include all HR technology modules. The winners of this category are the software companies which have developed the HRMS which ticks all the boxes and adds the most value for their customers.
20. Best International Workforce Management System (NEW)
International workforce management systems offer a range of tools and features to help organisations manage workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits, compliance, and more, across multiple countries and regions. The winners of this category provide exceptional solutions that are innovative, user-friendly, and effective in achieving measurable results to help organisations manage their global workforces. Judges will consider factors such as the platform’s functionality, scalability, integration capabilities, customer service, and the overall impact on organisational efficiency and effectiveness.
21. Best Learning & Development Platform (NEW)
This category recognises platforms that offer comprehensive learning content, including courses, videos, simulations, and assessments. The winners will be those who provide intelligent platforms that deliver effective and engaging learning and development solutions to individuals and organisations. Judges will evaluate factors such as the platform’s user experience, the quality and relevance of the learning content available, the level of personalisation and customisation offered, and the overall impact of the platform on learners’ knowledge, skills, and performance. They will also acknowledge the platform’s capabilities in delivering a wide range of learning resources and utilising advanced analytics to personalise learning experiences and track progress.
22. Best Payroll Software
Back in the good old days, employees received a cheque at the end of the month, and if they were lucky, a pay slip. How times have changed – salary, commissions, bonuses, flexible benefits, tax, leave, expenses, time and attendance, plus the need for self-service capabilities, cloud-based accessibility, and multiple layers of security, have all conspired to make a smart payroll package an essential item for all companies. The winners of this award are the companies which have developed the most intuitive and most valuable payroll system.
23. Best Recruitment Portal (NEW)
In the fast-paced and competitive world of talent acquisition, recruitment portals play a pivotal role in connecting organisations with qualified candidates efficiently and effectively. This category recognises companies that provide comprehensive and user-friendly recruitment portals that streamline the recruitment process and deliver exceptional results for their clients. Judges will be looking for providers who can demonstrate the effectiveness of their portal in attracting and matching qualified candidates, as well as their ability to customise their services to meet the needs of their clients.