The finalists for the 2025–2026 HR Stars Awards Malaysia have officially been revealed, recognising organisations and HR leaders whose work has demonstrated meaningful impact, thoughtful execution, and a strong commitment to people-centred leadership.
This year’s shortlist reflects the breadth and depth of HR excellence across Malaysia. From digital transformation and flexible working to leadership, training, workplace culture, and employee wellbeing, the finalists represent initiatives that have strengthened organisations and enhanced the employee experience in tangible ways.
Being named a finalist is a significant milestone. Each shortlisted entry has undergone a careful review process and stands out for its clarity of purpose, measurable results, and contribution to organisational growth. These finalists now move forward as part of a distinguished group shaping the future of HR practice in Malaysia.
Below is the full list of finalists for the 2025–2026 HR Stars Awards Malaysia.
| Category | Company / Individual |
|---|---|
| Best CEO / Executive Leader with an HR Focus | Fong Choong Fook, LGMS Berhad Dato’ Yong Yoon Li, Royal Selangor International Sdn Bhd |
| Best Digital HR | AFFIN Bank Berhad Micron Malaysia |
| Best Flexible Working Strategies | Adaptavist Sdn Bhd Alcon Laboratories (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd |
| Best Health and Wellness Interventions | AFFIN Bank Berhad Royal Selangor International Sdn Bhd |
| Best HR Leader | Dr Syukri Sudari, AFFIN Bank Berhad Kelly Ong, Seagull Cooling Technologies (Asia Pacific) Sdn Bhd Mangalagowri Ramanathan, The Archipelago Group |
| Best HR Team | Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) Royal Selangor International Sdn Bhd Teleport |
| Best Training Interventions | CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) LGMS Berhad |
| Best Up and Coming HR Leader | Nik Nur Atikah Mohd Nuruddin, Sime Darby Property Siti Sabariah Ahmad Murtazam, Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) |
| Best Workplace Culture and Environment | Hartasuci Sdn Bhd Syspex Mechatronic (M) Sdn Bhd CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd AFFIN Bank Berhad |
| Employer of Choice | Royal Selangor International Sdn Bhd Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) AFFIN Bank Berhad |
Congratulations to all finalists on this outstanding achievement. Your work represents the strength of HR leadership in Malaysia and highlights the role people strategy plays in driving sustainable success.
Winners will be announced soon — stay tuned!
