SEEK People & Purpose Awards 2026

The SEEK People & Purpose Awards 2026

The Awards sets the bar for people-first work cultures: Empowering Purpose with HR Excellence. Public voting, expert judging, and market performance deliver a complete view of impact. We celebrate the change-makers who turn purpose into better work for everyone.

Now, in 2026, we are back for the third year!​

Award Categories

Submission​

Highlight notable achievements and innovations, meticulously assessed by the esteemed panel of judges to recognise outstanding contributions. 

The 'Best Employee Development Program' refers to a comprehensive, strategic initiative designed by an organization to enhance the skills, knowledge, abilities, and overall performance of its employees. Such programs aim to foster professional growth, career advancement, and personal development among the workforce.

Public Voting​ - ⁠⁠Top employer by sectors​

Honoring the most inspiring and influential employers, chosen by working Malaysians for their exceptional workplace impact

  • Banking & Insurance

  • Computer & IT

  • FMCG

  • Education

  • Electrical & Electronics

  • Food & Beverages

  • Healthcare & Pharmaceutical

  • Hospitality

  • Oil & Gas

  • Media & Advertising

  • Statutory Body

  • Real Estate & Construction

  • Technology

  • Telecommunication

  • Retail Group

Entry and Judging Criteria

Panel of judges

What the judges are looking for:

Company should be operating in Malaysia for over 2 years.

Judged based on submission, no presentation required.

WHAT (30%)

Creativity and innovation of the solution(s) addressing the challenges 

HOW (30%)

Implementation of the initiative(s) i.e. timeline, process flow, R&R, roadblocks & solutions etc.  

RESULTS (30%)

The magnitude / impact of the initiative(s) to the intended audience i.e. employees / future employees  

PURPOSE (10%)

How the initiative(s) is related to the purpose / objective of the company

Enrollment Details and Timeline

Submit in 3 Simple Steps:

Review the key information

Register Interest or speak to your Jobstreet account manager.

Start your submission

Download the Submission Template to create your entry. 

*Entries done in any other format will NOT be accepted​.

Submit your entry

Email us here with your completed submission via Google Drive

Key dates

16 Dec 2025 – 27 Feb 2026

Submit entries based on your selected categories

Jan - Feb 2026

Top Employer Survey

Mar - Apr 2026

Judging process

Apr - May 2026

Awards Event Invitation

11 Jun 2026

Awards Ceremony

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View the past SEEK People and Purpose Awards winners!