The Investors in People Awards are back for 2025!
(...and this year, we’re going even bigger!)
Join us once again at the iconic Old Billingsgate as we celebrate the people, teams and organisations that are making work better across the globe.
Now into the 12th year hosting The Investors in People Awards, we’re building on that momentum with exciting new categories, an even more streamlined entry process, and – of course – a night to remember.
At Investors in People, our purpose is to Make Work Better. Recognising the achievements of those who live and breathe that mission is one of the most powerful ways we can inspire others to do the same.
Relive all the excitement from last year's awards..
Key Dates
- 1st April – entries open
- Mid June – UK / Overseas "Employer of the Year" companies contacted
- 29th August – entries close
- 25th September – shortlist announced and tickets on sale
- 12th November – The Investors in People Awards 2025
THE CATEGORIES
Below is a list of the categories for each award we are presenting at The Investors in People Awards this year.
All categories cost £249+VAT per entry except those marked “FREE to enter” or “Invite only”.
If you have any questions please contact awards@investorsinpeople.com.
Organisation Awards
The Award for Best Apprenticeship Programme
The Award for Best Culture
The Award for Best Newcomer
The Award for Best People Team
The Award for Excellence in Building Purpose-Driven Impact (New for 2025 / FREE to enter)
The Award for Best Use of AI and Technology
The Award for Diversity and Inclusion
The Award for Employee Engagement
The Award for Health and Wellbeing
The Award for Inspirational Leadership & Impact
The Award for Learning and Development
The Award for Excellence in Employee Recognition
The Award for Driving Positive ESG Impact
Employer of the Year Awards
The Award for Overseas Employer of the Year (Invite only)
The Award for Small Employer of the Year
The Award for UK Employer of the Year (Invite only)
Individual Awards
The Award for Leader of the Year
The Investors in People Employee of the Year (FREE to enter)
The Award for Outstanding Leadership in HR, Wellbeing & HSE
The Award for Young Person of the Year (FREE to enter)
The Award for Exceptional Long-Term Contribution (FREE to enter)
FINALIST CASE STUDIES
Browse a selection of case studies from The Investors in People Awards 2024 to find inspiration for your own entry and testament to your team’s successes.
Via - Director of People
allmanhall Ltd
Indigo Swan
Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF)
Cleankill Pest Control
OCL Vision
North Star Housing
Blue Arrow
Telic Advisory
THE VENUE
We're back at Old Billingsgate!
Now considered the home of The Investors in People Awards
We’re excited to return on the 12th November 2025 for an evening packed with celebration, networking and entertainment.
Situated on the north bank of the Thames near to London Bridge, Old Billingsgate provides the ideal setting for our premier event of the year. Book your tickets and don’t miss out!
Old Billingsgate
16 Lower Thames Street
London
EC3R 6DX
Our Awards are OUTSTANDING.
We recently retained our ‘Outstanding’ status from The Independent Awards Standards Council.
That means that you can trust The Investors in People Awards as a fair, trusted and transparent awards programme. We take pride in maintaining the highest level of accreditation for our Awards, to hold ourselves accountable not just for a great ceremony, but for a fair entry and judging process that truly highlights and celebrates the very best individuals and organisations.
