Celebrating HR leaders with impact

Celebrate success, share and inspire


The CIPD HR30 celebrates the brilliant work of HR leaders – those who are the most senior people professionals in their, or for an, organisation. It showcases those demonstrating significant contributions over the past year. HR leaders who can evidence the impact their work has made on their organisation are invited to submit details of this over the last 12 months to gain recognition across the profession. Or HR leaders can be nominated by colleagues or peers able to submit this detail on their behalf.

Key dates:

Judging has commenced and submissions are now closed

 2025 List announced following an invite-only event 11 June 2025

ABOUT HR30


We want to showcase those influential and inspiring leaders who have driven transformational change in the last 12 months within their organisation. Let’s celebrate those who are driving the future of the industry. Whether you've recently led a workplace transformation, or significantly improved your organisation’s culture and retention, celebrate your achievements and successes.


HR30 will present of a list of 30 of the most impactful people professionals of the last 12 months, as judged by a highly experienced panel of their peers. Nominations are reflections of impact in the profession across the recent year, and for some, could be the beginning of their journey towards becoming a Chartered companion whilst sharing their successes on a global stage.


Nominees will be evaluated by a panel of experienced people leaders and HR experts. Those selected for the final list of 30 will be invited to an exclusive event on 11 June, 2025, to celebrate their achievements. The submission process is straightforward and convenient, ensuring that participants can easily share their nominations with minimal effort.


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