Awards – HRME

HRME Awards
2026

Honouring the individuals and teams setting the benchmark for human resources excellence across the Middle East & North Africa.

11 December 2026 Venue To be announced · United Arab Emirates

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

Relive The Night

Inside the HRME Awards

The Programme

After the resounding success of previous editions, the HRME Awards return in 2026 — recognising the people and organisations redefining human resources across the region.

Nominations are open to HR professionals and organisations of every size, across every industry, from the UAE and the wider GCC to the broader MENA region. Each submission is reviewed against category-specific criteria by an independent panel before shortlisting.

Winning an HRME Award is a mark of distinction — recognition that travels with a professional's career and an organisation's employer brand long after the ceremony ends.

Award Categories

Industries Represented

40+

Participating Organisations

Night, Region-Wide

Eighteen ways to be recognised

Trusted By

Organisations who have taken part

A selection of organisations from previous editions of the HRME Awards.

How It Works

Nomination to gala night

Submit

Nominate yourself, a colleague, or your team in one or more of the eighteen categories.

Review

An independent jury of HR leaders evaluates each submission against published criteria.

Shortlist

Finalists are notified and invited to the HRME Awards ceremony.

Celebrate

Winners are announced live on 11 December 2026.

Save the Date

11 December 2026

Nominations for the HRME Awards 2026 are open. Put your work, or your team's, forward for the recognition it deserves.

Submit a Nomination Partner With Us

HRME AWARDS 2025: Celebrating HR Excellence

After the resounding success of HRME Awards 2024, where we celebrated the brilliance and dedication of HR professionals, HRME Awards 2025 is back, bigger and better! This year, we aim to honor exceptional talent, innovative practices, and groundbreaking achievements that are shaping the future of HR.

In the ever-evolving landscape of human resources management, it is crucial to celebrate and acknowledge the tireless efforts, innovative strategies, and unwavering commitment of HR professionals.

The HRME Awards 2025 proudly shines a spotlight on the champions of the HR industry who have demonstrated exceptional excellence, leadership, and transformative impact within their organizations from all industry sectors. We set benchmarks for industry standards, inspiring continuous improvement and best practices in the ever-evolving world of human resources.

Event Overview:

The HRME HR Awards 2025 is a prestigious event that brings together thought leaders, HR experts, and industry professionals to honor the individuals and teams who have set new benchmarks in the field of human resources management. This year’s awards ceremony promises to be a celebration of innovation, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence in HR practices.

Categories:

The awards span across various industries and categories to recognize the diversity and complexity of the HR profession. The awards category has 8 individual awards and 9 team awards, from 22 industries across the MENA Region.

Nomination and Selection:

The HRME Awards 2024 follows a rigorous nomination and selection process. Nominations are invited from professionals and organizations, with a panel of distinguished judges evaluating submissions based on predefined criteria. The judging panel includes HR experts, industry veterans, and thought leaders.

Benefits:

Winning an HRME Award is more than just a recognition; it’s a badge of honor that elevates the recipient’s profile and the prestige of their organization. It signifies a commitment to excellence and innovation in the HR field and opens doors to new opportunities, partnerships, and career growth.