- Over 140 Talent Leaders from APAC’s leading employers attend live gala dinner at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton in Melbourne
- 9 companies crowned winners and 10 highly commended by panel of 19 independent judges
- Coles Group and Abano Healthcare triumph as double winners
Thursday 29th May – The 2025 TIARA Talent Acquisition Awards winners were crowned during a prestigious gala dinner held at the Ritz-Carlton in Melbourne tonight. The event drew more than 140 distinguished leaders from the fields of Talent Acquisition, HR, and business, representing some of APAC’s leading and most forward-thinking employers.
“A huge congratulations to this year’s winners! Your achievements are a powerful reminder of the impact that great TA leadership can have, not just through innovation and performance, but through the dedication and human connection that drive lasting success. You’ve set a new benchmark for excellence, and tonight was your moment to be recognised, celebrated, and truly proud.” commented Ken Brotherston, Founder & Chair at TALiNT Partners.
The TIARAs are recognised for the rigour of the process and the quality of the judging panel and are seen as a genuine and meaningful accolade for winners. An impressive and influential panel of judges from companies including AHB Group, Westpac and Stanley Black & Decker came together to discuss each entry and decide the winners.
“Our judges’ deliberations were balanced, lively, occasionally controversial but always insightful and thoughtful. Their range of experience brought an amazing diversity of different perspectives.” commented Ken Brotherston.
Coles Group took the crown for the Civitas Talent Employer Brand Award and the Recruitment Marketing Campaign of the Year. With Abano Healthcare also a double winner for the Best Use of Technology and TA Team Excellence Award (2k+ employees).
The TIARA Talent Acquisition Awards 2025 campaign was supported by our partners Allegis Global Solutions, Civitas Talent & Eightfold.
The full list of TIARA Talent Acquisition winners and highly commended companies and finalists can be viewed here.
To ensure that you participate in our 2026 awards, take the opportunity now to register for entry updates here.