Entry Deadline: 1 March 2026 23:59
This award celebrates creative and evidence-based approaches to assessment and selection that are fair, inclusive, and effective. It recognises organisations that have reimagined how potential is identified and evaluated, enhancing candidate experience while delivering stronger hiring outcomes. Entrants may showcase innovations such as technology-led assessment tools, inclusive design principles, data-driven decision-making, or novel methods that reduce bias and improve predictive validity. The judges will look for measurable results demonstrating how the approach has strengthened both candidate engagement and business performance, setting new standards for excellence in early talent selection.
Submission Criteria
You may support your submission with the following;
- A maximum of 4 A4 pages of infographics.- i.e. graphs, charts, and tables.
- 4 images (in PDF format only).
- 2 Weblinks included in your submission write-up.
You should also address the key requirements stipulated in the scoring criteria specified for this award illustrated below.
- Clarity of Purpose - Is the goal clearly stated and relevant? - 100 words
- Execution & Collaboration - How was the initiative delivered? What specific steps were taken , and who was involved in making it happen? - 400 words
- Evidence of Impact - Are the outcomes measurable and meaningful? - 400 words
- Innovation or Value Added - What sets this apart? What new value is created? - 400 words
- Sustainability/Scalability - Can this be maintained or adapted more widely? - 400 words
- Presentation & Clarity - Is the submission clear, compelling and well-structured?
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