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  • SEEK People & Purpose Awards 2026 Celebrates Malaysia’s Outstanding Employers and HR Innovators

    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

  • Jobstreet by SEEK Enhances Verified Credentials with SEEK Pass to Help Malaysians Thrive in the AI-Driven Job Market

    KUALA LUMPUR, 12 June 2026 — As recruitment continues to evolve through digitalisation and the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI), trust and authenticity have become increasingly important factors in the hiring process. With AI-generated applications becoming more common, employers face greater challenges in verifying candidates’ qualifications and skills, while jobseekers must find new ways to stand out in an increasingly competitive talent market.

    To strengthen trust and transparency in recruitment, Jobstreet by SEEK continues to expand SEEK Pass, its trusted digital credential passport that allows jobseekers to securely verify and share their professional credentials with employers. The platform enables verification of key career information, including identity, work rights, employment history, education qualifications and professional licences.

    The latest enhancement to SEEK Pass allows jobseekers with IELTS and Pearson Test of English (PTE) qualifications to verify and display their English proficiency credentials directly on their Jobstreet profiles. Through partnerships with IELTS and Pearson, the feature is now available across eight markets in the Asia Pacific region, helping candidates showcase their verified language skills to potential employers.

    In Malaysia, English proficiency remains a highly valued skill across various industries, particularly for roles involving international collaboration, customer engagement and communication. By displaying verified IELTS and PTE credentials through SEEK Pass, jobseekers can provide employers with a trusted indication of their language capabilities, while companies can make more informed hiring decisions with greater confidence.

    Recent SEEK research highlights the increasing importance of verified credentials in today’s employment landscape. Nearly eight in 10 candidates believe that a verified profile improves their credibility with employers, while 67% say the rise of AI has made it more challenging to prove authenticity during the job search process. Additionally, 75% of candidates value the confidence that comes with having a verified profile, and 77% recognise the importance of protection against identity fraud when applying for jobs.

    Nicholas Lam, Managing Director of Jobstreet by SEEK Malaysia, said the country’s competitive labour market has encouraged candidates to strengthen their career prospects through professional certifications and language skills. At the same time, employers are managing higher volumes of applications and require stronger indicators to identify suitable talent more efficiently. Verified credentials, he added, will play an increasingly important role in bridging the gap between jobseekers and employers.

    Since its launch in Asia in late 2024, SEEK Pass has continued to gain adoption among Jobstreet and Jobsdb users who are looking to strengthen their profiles and improve their visibility to employers. The platform has already helped more than five million people across Asia Pacific verify their credentials, with verified applicants shown to have higher chances of being shortlisted in markets such as Australia and New Zealand.

    Beyond building trust, credential verification also delivers practical benefits for jobseekers. SEEK research found that 74% of candidates believe verification can lead to more employer responses, while seven in 10 believe it can help speed up the recruitment process. Meanwhile, 69% agree that verified credentials help them stand out in a competitive job market.

    The collaboration with IELTS and Pearson further expands SEEK Pass’s capabilities by helping candidates demonstrate their English proficiency in a simpler and more accessible way. For employers, the initiative provides a reliable method to verify language skills and support fairer, faster hiring decisions.

    As AI and digital recruitment continue to reshape the future of work, verified credentials are becoming an essential tool for building confidence between employers and candidates. Through SEEK Pass, Jobstreet by SEEK aims to empower jobseekers to showcase their verified skills while enabling employers to identify qualified talent more effectively in an evolving employment landscape.