The CIPD in Ireland HR Awards celebrate the organisations, teams and individuals shaping better workplaces through exceptional people practice. They recognise evidence-based initiatives, strategies and leadership that are making a measurable difference to people, organisations and the future of work across Ireland.   

Supported by a rigorous and independent judging process, being named a finalist or winner is recognised as a mark of excellence among peers and across the wider profession. 

Winners also have the opportunity to extend their recognition beyond Ireland by progressing to the CIPD People Management Awards (PMAs) 2027. 

 

Why enter? 

Whether you’re leading transformation, delivering innovative people solutions, developing future talent, strengthening workplace culture or achieving outstanding results in your area of practice, the CIPD in Ireland HR Awards are an opportunity to demonstrate the real difference your work is making. 

 

Entering can help you: 

  • Gain recognition for outstanding people practice. 
  • Celebrate the achievements of your team and organisation. 
  • Benchmark your work against leading employers and practitioners. 
  • Raise the profile of your organisation and people function. 
  • Share successful approaches and inspire the wider profession. 
  • Extend your recognition beyond Ireland. Winners will have the opportunity to progress to the People Management Awards 2027. 

Entries for the CIPD in Ireland HR Awards 2027 open on 26 August 2026.

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