KUALA LUMPUR, 29 June 2026 — Jobstreet by SEEK has recognised Malaysia’s outstanding employers and human resources (HR) leaders through the SEEK People & Purpose Awards (SPPA) 2026, celebrating organisations that are shaping meaningful workplace cultures while setting new standards in employee experience, wellbeing and organisational excellence.

Held under the theme “Where Work and Purpose Meet: Recognising Workplaces Malaysians Grow With”, the annual awards honour employers that successfully combine people, growth and purpose to create environments where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.

The SEEK People & Purpose Awards 2026 highlights organisations and leaders that are driving workplace transformation through people-focused strategies, purposeful growth and measurable impact. The recognition is structured around three key pillars, including the Top-Voted Employers Awards, the SEEK People & Purpose Excellence Awards, and various submission-based award categories celebrating impactful workplace initiatives.

The Top-Voted Employers Awards recognise organisations that have gained the trust and endorsement of Malaysian employees through a nationwide public voting exercise conducted in partnership with Ipsos Malaysia. Meanwhile, the SEEK People & Purpose Excellence Awards celebrate employers demonstrating strong employer branding and hiring performance based on market insights and platform data.

Among the key submission categories recognised this year are Best Employee Development Program, which honours organisations investing in employee growth and future-ready skills; Best Sustainable HR Practices, recognising employers that prioritise workforce wellbeing and long-term sustainability; and the Best Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Awards, celebrating organisations that foster inclusive and equitable workplace environments.

The awards also recognise outstanding organisational leadership through categories such as Employer of the Year, which celebrates companies delivering excellence across employee experience, leadership and workplace culture, as well as The People Leader of the Year, which honours leaders who have introduced transformative people practices and created lasting organisational impact.

The recognition comes at a time when employers are navigating changing workforce expectations and increasing challenges in attracting and retaining talent. According to Jobstreet by SEEK’s Workplace Happiness Index, purpose has become the strongest driver of workplace happiness among Malaysians, ranking ahead of factors such as compensation, flexibility and career advancement.

The study revealed that while 70% of Malaysians report feeling happy at work, nearly one-third remain neutral or unhappy. It also found that 41% of employees experience burnout or exhaustion from their jobs, highlighting the growing importance of workplace wellbeing and meaningful employee engagement.

Research further shows that employees who are happy at work are three times more likely to go beyond their job responsibilities and are less likely to consider leaving their employers. This demonstrates the strong connection between positive employee experiences, productivity and long-term organisational success.

Nicholas Lam, Managing Director of Jobstreet by SEEK Malaysia, said the organisations recognised through the SEEK People & Purpose Awards demonstrate that successful workplaces require continuous investment in people. He emphasised that developing talent, encouraging inclusion, supporting wellbeing and empowering leaders are essential elements in building resilient and innovative organisations.

Unlike traditional employer recognition programmes, the SEEK People & Purpose Awards assess organisations through a comprehensive framework combining public voting, independent evaluation and market performance. This approach recognises employers not only for their commitments and initiatives but also for the measurable outcomes achieved through their workplace practices.

As workplace expectations continue to evolve, the SEEK People & Purpose Awards 2026 serves as a platform to celebrate organisations redefining the future of work. By bringing together people, growth and purpose, these employers demonstrate how meaningful workplace experiences can benefit both employees and businesses.

For the full list of winners and award criteria, please visit https://my.employer.seek.com/page/seek-people-and-purpose-awards-2026-winner